'“You like the offense he showed on the pass and a great finish by Merschy, but also the ability to take in information and be able to apply it and go execute it, which is an underrated skill of a young player,” coach Seth Appert said following the Amerks’ 4-3 come-from-behind victory in Blue Cross Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Matt Savoie stands out season debut with Amerks
Archives for October 2023
Poloncarz says winner of County Executive race will likely need to renegotiate Sabres lease
'Poloncarz said that Erie County owns the shell of KeyBank Center, the City of Buffalo owns the land on which it stands and the Sabres are responsible for the upkeep of the building. He confirmed previous media reports that the Pegulas, who own the Sabres, have said they would foot the bill for renovating the arena’s roof and said that taxpayers would not be on the hook for … [Read more...] about Poloncarz says winner of County Executive race will likely need to renegotiate Sabres lease
Hamilton Take 2: A look at the start to the Sabres 2023-24 season
'As this season is starting to unfold, it’s proving Granato to be correct. The defensive effort was pretty bad against the New York Rangers and Calgary Flames and Buffalo didn’t win. It was better in Long Island vs the Islanders, but a very obvious penalty on New York was missed and it wound up in Buffalo’s net. The Islanders also got a goal on what appeared to be an offsides … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: A look at the start to the Sabres 2023-24 season
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Late third-period rally propels Amerks past Checkers (Amerks.com) Checkers fall prey to Amerks' wild comeback (CharlotteCheckers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres survive late scare, offensive breaks through in 6-4 win over Senators
'Facing an Atlantic Division foe on the road in the second game of a back-to-back Tuesday night, the Sabres’ breakthrough finally arrived. Tage Thompson and Jeff Skinner scored two goals apiece, Alex Tuch added his first of the season, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 34 saves in a 6-4 win over the Ottawa Senators.' … [Read more...] about Sabres survive late scare, offensive breaks through in 6-4 win over Senators
Sabres postgame Q&A: How will the Sabres handle their goalie depth chart?
'It’s too soon to send Levi to Rochester. He had some shaky moments while playing four games in eight days to start the season. His performance late last season, as well as the Sabres’ approach to this situation from the moment he arrived, should give the 21-year-old more time to show that he can stay in Buffalo without needing time with the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres postgame Q&A: How will the Sabres handle their goalie depth chart?
Wednesday's Ottawa Coverage
Don't be fooled by the score; Ottawa Senators weren't good enough in loss to Buffalo Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Garrioch: Craig Anderson ends his brilliant career with the Ottawa Senators (Ottawa Sun) Snapshots: The Ottawa Senators give Craig Anderson a fond farewell (Ottawa Sun) Brady Tkachuk suspended? (Le Droit) The end for Craig Anderson (Le Droit) Brady Tkachuk leaves … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Ottawa Coverage
Sabres pounce on Senators early, hang on for 6-4 win
'A furious rally in the dying minutes brought the score to 5-4 with 35 seconds remaining, but Thompson’s second goal — this one into an empty net — put an end to the contest and a forgettable night between the pipes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pounce on Senators early, hang on for 6-4 win
Sabres survive big third period from Senators
'A four-goal, third period lead nearly evaporated for the Buffalo Sabres, but the team was able to escape Ottawa with a 6-4 victory over the Senators inside Canadian Tire Centre.' … [Read more...] about Sabres survive big third period from Senators
The Sabres get back to their game and score six in Ottawa.
'Unlike Monday against the Montreal Canadiens, Buffalo had players at the net all night long.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres get back to their game and score six in Ottawa.
Granato knows Sabres can score, just haven't found that part of their game yet
'"We continue to push and press for more traffic at the net, more direct players going to the net, greater shot mentality. Those are things that are tangible, physical things you can pluck out on video that are real strong indicators of aggressive play, assertive play," said Granato during his weekly Tuesday appearance on the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on WGR. "You tend to push that … [Read more...] about Granato knows Sabres can score, just haven’t found that part of their game yet
Sabres surge to victory in Ottawa
'Jeff Skinner scored twice to bring his team-leading tally to five goals in seven games, Tage Thompson had two goals and an assist, Alex Tuch added a goal and an assist, and Zemgus Girgensons also scored, as Buffalo (3-4-0) responded from a disappointing loss at home Monday with its first road victory and highest scoring output of the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres surge to victory in Ottawa
Thompson has 3 points, Sabres hold off Senators
'"I think we did everything right up until the very end,” Thompson said. “That's why we won. It just came down to compete [level] tonight. I think obviously that team works extremely hard, and they're willing to get into a track meet. I think, for us, it was about making sure we were strong in the middle of the ice, letting them force stuff at our blue line and try to get our … [Read more...] about Thompson has 3 points, Sabres hold off Senators
Thompson records 3 points in 6-4 win over Senators
'“It was a great effort. Very pleased with the game itself overall, but emotions got high late. I thought our guys fought very hard for each other and that was awesome to see,” Granato said. “I thought the effort was outstanding by us and the determination for a win was there.”' … [Read more...] about Thompson records 3 points in 6-4 win over Senators
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Savoie ‘taking in the experience’ of being an Amerk (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage