'“It kind of feels good to kind of see,” Luukkonen said. “I’ve been working hard, so kind of getting some things from that. Playing good hockey. It feels great to help the team win, and, of course, it’s great to get those shutouts. But right now, it’s just about winning games."' … [Read more...] about Sabres score 7 goals in shutout victory against Kings
Archives for February 2024
Greenway tallies 3 points, Luukkonen makes 33 saves in 7-0 win over Kings
'“We set the bar high tonight,” Greenway said. “We talked about it before the game. We wanted to set it high, make them go on their heels first, push them and try and continue it throughout the entire game. I think we did a pretty good job of it.”' … [Read more...] about Greenway tallies 3 points, Luukkonen makes 33 saves in 7-0 win over Kings
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks look to rebound after losing back-to-back OT games to Syracuse (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks swap skates for sneakers in spirited community hockey game at Holy Childhood (WHAM-TV) ‘If it all stops’: The stories behind the mask of Devin Cooley (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres try to forge through the frustration as their reality sets in
'“Obviously we’re not happy at all with where we’re at and there is a lot of frustration right now,” admitted center Dylan Cozens. “There’s two ways you can take it. You can just keep it going, whine, start pointing fingers and complaining, or you can use that frustration as fuel and drive and use it to take your game to the next level."' … [Read more...] about Sabres try to forge through the frustration as their reality sets in
Buffalo Sabres giving small, minority-owned businesses a hand up
'“These business owners are going to be able to understand what it’s like to be able to engage with an audience of this magnitude, and what it will take for them to someday be able to be considered for the future in our new stadium,” Baskin said from the floor of KeyBank Center on Monday.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres giving small, minority-owned businesses a hand up
Amid trade speculation, Sabres’ Casey Mittelstadt thriving: ‘I love it here’
'In the midst of a disappointing year, Mittelstadt, 25, has emerged as the Sabres’ leading scorer and perhaps their most consistent forward. As a restricted free agent following the season, he can likely at least double the $2.5 million average annual value his current contract carries.' … [Read more...] about Amid trade speculation, Sabres’ Casey Mittelstadt thriving: ‘I love it here’
Sabres defenseman Owen Power leaves practice with injury
'Granato did not have any other updates on Power, who has averaged 22 minutes, 28 seconds of ice time this season, the Sabres’ second-highest total.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Owen Power leaves practice with injury
Tuesday's Los Angeles Coverage
Kings play the Sabres following Byfield’s 2-goal performance (AP) LA Kings @ Buffalo Sabres: How to Watch (LAKings.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Los Angeles Coverage
With NHL Trade Deadline approaching, Casey Mittelstadt knows anything can happen
'Former Sabres general manager Jason Botterill locked up Jeff Skinner, and current general manager Kevyn Adams has already locked up Tage Thompson, Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power, Dylan Cozens and Mattias Samuelsson. He also may want to lock up Jack Quinn, JJ Peterka and Devon Levi when the time comes. That all indicates there isn't much room to be had for Mittelstadt to fit into … [Read more...] about With NHL Trade Deadline approaching, Casey Mittelstadt knows anything can happen
'You're getting the best': Eight Black-owned businesses to showcase merchandise during Buffalo Sabres games
'It will bring eight Black-owned businesses enrolled in the program to the KeyBank Center for four Buffalo Sabres games so they can showcase their merchandise.' … [Read more...] about ‘You’re getting the best’: Eight Black-owned businesses to showcase merchandise during Buffalo Sabres games
Diversity Shop at KeyBank Center to open tomorrow during Sabres games
'A program called Level Up is helping women and minority-owned businesses get ready to apply to be vendors at the new Bills Stadium. This is part of the Community Benefits Agreement, and will bring Black-owned businesses to the KeyBank Center this month to give business owners more exposure in front of large crowds.' … [Read more...] about Diversity Shop at KeyBank Center to open tomorrow during Sabres games
Power evaluated for potential injury after exiting practice early
'Power left the practice early due to the injury. The defenseman ranks second on the Sabres in average time on ice (22:28) and has 18 points in 51 games.' … [Read more...] about Power evaluated for potential injury after exiting practice early
Sabres, Erie County Level Up collaborate on new Diversity Shop at KeyBank Center
'The Diversity Shop will be located on the 100-level concourse and promote two participating Level Up businesses at each game, with one business featured in the east wing and the other featured in the west wing. The retailers will each have a table set up to engage with fans by sharing products and information about their businesses.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Erie County Level Up collaborate on new Diversity Shop at KeyBank Center
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks enter stretch of seven games in ten days; Appert cautions against team flatlining (WHEC-TV) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Mike Harrington: There is bad and there is boring. In KeyBank Center, it's a brutal combination for Sabres
'Unwatchable. That’s a real problem.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: There is bad and there is boring. In KeyBank Center, it’s a brutal combination for Sabres