'"We didn't play how we needed to play in the second period," Granato said. "We didn't have the the energy and jump that we had in the first, obviously, and it slipped away. After that, we played a little bit tense, a little bit tighter. Some guys didn't look like themselves today, even though the first period was good."' … [Read more...] about Observations: One good period isn’t good enough as Sabres stall in Motown showdown
Archives for March 17, 2024
'This is why I wanted to come here': Connor Clifton enjoying Sabres' resurgence
'Luukkonen has been their most valuable player during the resurgence, leading the league in save percentage (.932), goals-against average (1.87) and shutouts (4) since the beginning of January. However, the team’s revamped blue line also has played an integral role, particularly the improvement of Clifton, Jacob Bryson’s return from Rochester and the addition of Bowen Byram … [Read more...] about ‘This is why I wanted to come here’: Connor Clifton enjoying Sabres’ resurgence
Sabres recall Devon Levi for help with back-to-back set on Western road trip
'Current backup Eric Comrie is just 1-7, 3.91/.864, and it’s clear the Sabres feel they can no longer put him on the ice in a game, given their sudden emergence into the playoff race.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Devon Levi for help with back-to-back set on Western road trip
Inside the NHL: Patrick Kane pleased with his run in Detroit even as Wings' playoff hopes take a nosedive
'The Sabres were on a Zoom call with Kane the final week before he made his decision, and the presence of DeBrincat is known to be a tipping point for Kane’s decision in the Wings’ favor once he was healthy enough to play.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Patrick Kane pleased with his run in Detroit even as Wings’ playoff hopes take a nosedive
Sabres lose to Red Wings, move back in playoff chase: ‘A little bit tense’
'Against a reeling opponent that had lost seven straight games, the Sabres picked up where they left off in Tuesday’s 7-3 shellacking of the Red Wings in Buffalo, grabbing an early lead and outplaying their Atlantic Division rival. Then the Sabres offered little pushback as the Red Wings seized control of the contest.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose to Red Wings, move back in playoff chase: ‘A little bit tense’
Sabres recall goalie prospect Devon Levi from Rochester
'Levi, who has played 20 games for the Sabres this season, is expected to start Monday in Seattle against the Kraken or Tuesday in Vancouver versus Canucks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall goalie prospect Devon Levi from Rochester
Sunday's Detroit Coverage
Red Wings dump Sabres behind 'complete game,' halt 7-game losing skid (Detroit News) It wasn't pretty, but Fischer goal ignites Wings past Sabres (Detroit News) Detroit Red Wings snap 7-game skid with 4-1 win over Buffalo Sabres (Detroit Free Press) Photo gallery (Detroit Free Press) Red Wings end seven-game slide by beating Buffalo (Ann Arbor News) Red Wings hope they’re … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Detroit Coverage
Red Wings beat Sabres 4-1, ending 7-game losing streak to boost chance at a wild-card spot
'The Sabres, with 14 games left on their schedule, are five points behind Detroit in a chase that also includes New Jersey and Pittsburgh. “There’s urgency at this time of year for everybody,” Buffalo coach Don Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Red Wings beat Sabres 4-1, ending 7-game losing streak to boost chance at a wild-card spot
Sabres' week ends with a whimper in Detroit
'After getting out to a lead in the opening period, the Sabres could not hold back the Detroit Red Wings, who scored four-unanswered goals on Saturday afternoon in a 4-1 loss at Little Caesars Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ week ends with a whimper in Detroit
Opinion: Sabres lose the battle in Detroit
'For the first time in a long time, one of their early season habits crept in as Buffalo seemed to act like the game was going to be easy in the second period and Detroit just hemmed them in for most of the period. The Red Wings were diving for loose pucks and doing everything they could to break their seven-game losing streak. It resulted in two goals with the second coming … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres lose the battle in Detroit
Red Wings end 7-game skid, cool off Sabres
'"That was two desperate teams going at it," Thompson said. "We're on their heels."' … [Read more...] about Red Wings end 7-game skid, cool off Sabres
Sabres open 5-game road trip with loss in Detroit
'“I thought it was a hard-fought game by both teams,” Thompson said. “Obviously, the outcome’s not what we want, but we don't really have time to dwell on it.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres open 5-game road trip with loss in Detroit
Sabres recall Levi from Amerks
'Levi is 11-5-3 with a .927 save percentage in 19 games with Rochester this season, including a 41-save victory in his most recent performance against Toronto on Friday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Levi from Amerks
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks fall in rematch with Marlies (Amerks.com) Toronto Marlies top Rochester Americans in second of three game weekend (Marlies.ca) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage