'The Sabres nearly won the game 38 seconds into OT on a shot by Alex Tuch, which deflected off goalie Antti Raanta and ticked off the crossbar. The Buffalo trio of Tuch, Casey Mittelstadt and Owen Power dominated possession for the first 45 seconds of OT but never got off the ice.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres’ pair of rallies fall short as Hurricanes win in OT on Martin Necas goal
Archives for November 8, 2023
For Sabres winger JJ Peterka, the goals are coming and so is the maturity in his game
'“That is a good point by Alex,” coach Don Granato added when asked Tuesday prior to the Sabres’ game against the Carolina Hurricanes in PNC Arena. “Within that point you can see the older players working with JJ and that’s a big part of it. ... It’s positive any time you can get players helping players.”' … [Read more...] about For Sabres winger JJ Peterka, the goals are coming and so is the maturity in his game
Wednesday's Carolina Coverage
Carolina Hurricanes work overtime magic again in 3-2 win over visiting Buffalo Sabres (Raleigh News and Observer) Frederik Andersen’s absence is different. Hurricanes still know how to win without him (Raleigh News and Observer) Necas Does It Again, Canes Beat Sabres In OT (Hurricanes.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Carolina Coverage
Necas scores another OT winner as Hurricanes beat Sabres 3-2
'His latest winner came after the Sabres had possession of the puck for most of the first minute in overtime.' … [Read more...] about Necas scores another OT winner as Hurricanes beat Sabres 3-2
Sabres fall to Hurricanes in overtime, as woes continue in Carolina
'That would serve as the last goal of regulation for either side, and in overtime it was the Hurricanes who got the last laugh. Forward Martin Necas' re-direction in front of Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen dropped the curtain on the blue and gold, as they fell by a 3-2 final score.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Hurricanes in overtime, as woes continue in Carolina
Opinion: Luukkonen plays well, but Sabres fall in overtime
'Speaking of Luukkonen, he was excellent once again between the pipes. In the first period he stopped a shorthanded breakaway by Jack Drury, giving him confidence. Up to that point, the Sabres had dominated, but the Hurricanes got a power play goal and totally took over the period.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Luukkonen plays well, but Sabres fall in overtime
Granato: Sabres ready to step up to challenges of NHL season
'"We want to have scoring depth," Granato said with Jeremy White and Joe DiBiase. "We're still the youngest team in the league, believe it or not. We've made a commitment that we're going to make sure we're developing within, and giving these guys time to do that. When it all does come together, we'll have some very impressive depth of scoring. We'll have three lines of … [Read more...] about Granato: Sabres ready to step up to challenges of NHL season
Buffalo Sabres fall to Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 in OT
'Carolina forward Martin Necas scored about 1:30 into overtime to give the Hurricanes the 3-2 victory.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fall to Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 in OT
Sabres lose in OT at Carolina
'Alex Tuch and Rasmus Dahlin scored for Buffalo (6-6-1), which has lost in its past nine trips to Raleigh.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose in OT at Carolina
Sabres fall to Hurricanes in overtime 3-2
'Buffalo had their chances early on in overtime but found themselves caught on a long change. The Hurricanes took advantage of the worn-out Sabres unit, as Martin Necas tipped one as Carolina earned their eighth win of the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Hurricanes in overtime 3-2
Necas scores in OT, Hurricanes top Sabres
'“I thought Luukkonen was real good,” Buffalo coach Don Granato said. “I thought we cleared out a lot again. Shot selection was easier for him to read. They know they can play better. There were plenty of good things, and also plenty of things that we can make adjustments on.”' … [Read more...] about Necas scores in OT, Hurricanes top Sabres
Sabres earn hard-fought point in OT loss to Hurricanes
'The Sabres erased two deficits in regulation on the strength of goals from Alex Tuch and Rasmus Dahlin and received a 24-save performance from Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. They nearly won the game when Tuch sent a shot off the crossbar on the opening shift of overtime.' … [Read more...] about Sabres earn hard-fought point in OT loss to Hurricanes
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Savoie heads to sabres leaving lasting impact as an Amerk (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage