'Dahlin has enjoyed a terrific offensive season, recording 10 goals – tied for the NHL lead among defensemen with Vancouver Canucks star Quinn Hughes – and 29 points in 37 games entering Thursday’s road contest against the Montreal Canadiens. The Swede’s 25 minutes, 4 seconds of ice time per game led the Sabres and ranked eighth in the league entering the night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin earns spot in NHL All-Star Game
Archives for January 2024
Sabres prospect Matt Savoie traded to Moose Jaw in WHL
'Contenders coveted Savoie, a junior star set to turn pro next season, as a rental player.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Matt Savoie traded to Moose Jaw in WHL
“It was a bit of vintage Carey Price” – Devon Levi
'“I think it was 99 or 100 tickets, but luckily I didn't pay for all the tickets,” said number 27, bursting out laughing in the opposing team's small locker room at the Bell Centre.' … [Read more...] about “It was a bit of vintage Carey Price” – Devon Levi
The beautiful story of Devon Levi: from booing Zdeno Chara as a young fan to beating CH as an NHL goalie
'“It's so special, I've been dreaming of this moment since I was five years old,” said Levi, who received the title of first star. I was watching Carey Price making big glove saves. But tonight, it was me in front of the net after Price and after other great Canadian goaltenders. I won't forget it. I listen to Fix You (Coldplay) before each of my matches in my headphones. But … [Read more...] about The beautiful story of Devon Levi: from booing Zdeno Chara as a young fan to beating CH as an NHL goalie
Friday's Montreal Coverage
Home isn't so sweet for Canadiens in 6-1 loss to Sabres (Montreal Gazette) About Last Night: The Canadiens have a penalty-killing problem (Montreal Gazette) A brutal return to Montreal (Journal de Montreal) “It was a bit of vintage Carey Price” – Devon Levi (Journal de Montreal) The beautiful story of Devon Levi: from booing Zdeno Chara as a young fan to beating CH as an … [Read more...] about Friday’s Montreal Coverage
Skinner’s four points, Levi’s 32 saves lead Sabres over Canadiens 6-1
'“I’ve been in this building a few times, watching Carey Price, watching hockey games growing up,” Levi said. “It was cool to be on the ice this time, be in the crease.”' … [Read more...] about Skinner’s four points, Levi’s 32 saves lead Sabres over Canadiens 6-1
Sabres hammer the Canadiens
'Visiting the Canadiens on Thursday night, one might say the Sabres overstayed their welcome to the tune of a 6-1 final inside the Bell Centre.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hammer the Canadiens
Opinion: Levi was at his best in his first homecoming to Montreal
'Levi was spectacular starting right away when Brendan Gallagher was allowed to cut in on him alone. After that, he absolutely robbed Jesse Ylonen not once, but twice right on the goal line.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Levi was at his best in his first homecoming to Montreal
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin selected to 3rd consecutive NHL All-Star game
'Dahlin is currently tied for first among all defenseman in goals scored this season.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin selected to 3rd consecutive NHL All-Star game
Power play comes alive, Levi comes home, Sabres win 6-1 in Montreal
'Skinner added three assists for his highest point tally of the season, Alex Tuch had two assists, and Dahlin tallied an assist before scoring his 11th goal into an empty net on a shot from his own goal line, notching his 31st point after being selected to his third consecutive NHL All-Star Game earlier in the night.' … [Read more...] about Power play comes alive, Levi comes home, Sabres win 6-1 in Montreal
Sabres D Rasmus Dahlin is 3-time All-Star at age 23
'Also among the 32 players chosen from each NHL team for the All-Star showcase next month in Toronto were Dahlin’s former Sabres teammates Eichel, since traded to Vegas where he helped the Golden Knights win a Stanley Cup, and Sam Reinhart, now playing for the Florida Panthers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres D Rasmus Dahlin is 3-time All-Star at age 23
Sabres put up dominant performance in Montreal with 6-1 win over the Canadiens
'Buffalo went into Thursday night's game with two wins in their last five games. Looking to turn things around, the Sabres team were hopeful that goaltender Devon Levi making his hometown debut would help light a fire to the team. And that it did.' … [Read more...] about Sabres put up dominant performance in Montreal with 6-1 win over the Canadiens
Sabres' Dahlin picked for his 3rd consecutive NHL All-Star Game
'Dahlin joins Rick Martin, Alexander Mogilny, Dominik Hasek, and Jack Eichel as Sabres who have been selected to play in three consecutive all-star games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dahlin picked for his 3rd consecutive NHL All-Star Game
Skinner gets 4 points, Sabres cruise past Canadiens
'“I think tonight, the power play obviously got off to a good start there in the second period, and then I thought our line played well,” Skinner said. “When your line plays well, the individuals are going to have success, so it’s nice to contribute to the win.”' … [Read more...] about Skinner gets 4 points, Sabres cruise past Canadiens
'He's just unreal' | Levi makes 31 saves to earn victory in hometown debut
'“I was super nervous,” Dahlin recalled. “It wasn’t easy to play. But the way [Levi] played and the mental side – he’s so strong mentally. I was really impressed, because it’s not easy. ... I’m very proud of him. He’s just unreal.”' … [Read more...] about ‘He’s just unreal’ | Levi makes 31 saves to earn victory in hometown debut