'They’ve now been together for six games, and Thompson has six goals and four assists for 10 points, Tuch has one goal and seven assists for eight points, and Peterka has seven goals and one assist for eight points.' … [Read more...] about Peterka starting to become staple with Thompson, Tuch
Archives for April 2024
Practice Report | Breaking down the success of the Peterka, Thompson, Tuch line
'“I think we use our speed well,” he said. “I think JJ and Tuchy are obviously very fast and get on pucks. And I think we get a lot of our offense from creating turnovers, whether it’s on the forecheck or in the neutral zone. Obviously, JJ sees the ice really well and I think we’ve just been reading off each other, getting familiar with each other’s game. I think all three of … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Breaking down the success of the Peterka, Thompson, Tuch line
Sabres Notebook: Devon Levi loaned back to Amerks for AHL playoff push
'Levi’s time in Rochester this season has been a major success story and a huge addition to his development portfolio. In 19 games, the 22-year-old has posted an 11-5-3 record with a 2.52 goals-against average and a stellar .927 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Devon Levi loaned back to Amerks for AHL playoff push
Sabres’ Jack Quinn finding ‘mojo’ after return from injury
'“It definitely felt like my best game and felt like I was kind of finding my mojo a little,” Quinn said. “But honestly, just starting to feel like myself again with the conditioning and getting my legs under me, just kind of having the energy to play with pace.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Quinn finding ‘mojo’ after return from injury
Sabres send rookie goalie Devon Levi to Rochester after two starts
'The Sabres, who are still alive for the Eastern Conference’s second wild card spot, don’t play on consecutive days over their final six games this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send rookie goalie Devon Levi to Rochester after two starts
Sabres loan Levi to Rochester
'Levi had posted an 11-5-3 record and a .927 save percentage in 19 games with Rochester this season before being recalled by the Sabres on March 16. ' … [Read more...] about Sabres loan Levi to Rochester
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Four-goal first-period propels Amerks past Monsters (Amerks.com) Cleveland stalled in 6-1 loss to Rochester (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Observations: On Jeff Skinner's big night, Sabres' win over Caps could have meant much more
'The Sabres were able to celebrate a big win for their teammate but have to be playing the what-if game about the season and their playoff hopes. Buffalo (36-35-5) has 77 points and is just five behind Washington for the final wild-card slot with six games left.' … [Read more...] about Observations: On Jeff Skinner’s big night, Sabres’ win over Caps could have meant much more
Rochester Americans not looking to the playoffs yet with North Division undecided
'“I don’t want us fixated on it,” Appert told The Buffalo News. “I don’t want us looking ahead. I don’t want us looking at out-of-town scoreboards because you don’t control that stuff. I believe when you start worrying about things out of your control, you stop taking care of things that are in your control. What’s in our control is how good we are today in practice, how … [Read more...] about Rochester Americans not looking to the playoffs yet with North Division undecided
JJ Peterka, linemates help Sabres beat Capitals on Jeff Skinner’s night
'Coming off a 12-goal rookie season, winger JJ Peterka was expected to showcase notable offensive growth this year. But who could’ve predicted the German would morph into the Sabres’ leading goal scorer?' … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka, linemates help Sabres beat Capitals on Jeff Skinner’s night
Sabres notes: Bowen Byram adjusting to Buffalo following trade
'“Lots of challenges, lots of getting to know new people and how the organization is run, and lots of new stuff on the ice to get used to and learn from,” Byram said prior to Tuesday’s 6-2 win over the Washington Capitals in KeyBank Center. “So it’s a process. It’s not going to happen overnight.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Bowen Byram adjusting to Buffalo following trade
Wednesday's Washington Coverage
Capitals squander early lead in Buffalo, end up routed in 6-2 loss (Washington Post) Sabres Skate Past Caps, 6-2 (WashingtonCaps.com) Photo gallery 1 (Sabres.com) Photo gallery 2 (Sabres.com) Photo gallery 3 (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Washington Coverage
Peterka scores twice and Buffalo Sabres use 3rd-period surge in 6-2 win over the Washington Capitals
'“Just stay with it. I mean, we had a lot of chances throughout the whole game, and guys were scoring today, so it was an overall good game from us,” Dahlin said. “Of course, they got an early goal, but we battled through that and came back strong.”' … [Read more...] about Peterka scores twice and Buffalo Sabres use 3rd-period surge in 6-2 win over the Washington Capitals
Why the Buffalo Sabres Should Pursue a Stop-Gap Goaltender
'Two veterans who might make sense for the Sabres in net are current Los Angeles Kings goalie Cam Talbot and Bruins counterpart Linus Ullmark.' … [Read more...] about Why the Buffalo Sabres Should Pursue a Stop-Gap Goaltender
Sabres win big over Capitals
'JJ Peterka scored twice and picked up an assist on another goal to lead the way for Buffalo in their 6-2 win over the Capitals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win big over Capitals