'Ruff’s troops need to get into the postseason, take some five-game loss in Round 1 and then we can all get on to the process of aiming toward much longer hockey springs around here. And he’ll be a hero. You might argue that’s a pretty low standard to have and you’re right. But that’s simply the reality of where this organization is.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: For now, Sabres need to forget about titles and get their Andy Dalton moment
Archives for May 1, 2024
By end of difficult season, Sabres’ Tage Thompson became elite scorer again
'To wit: in his final 28 games, he recorded 14 goals and 27 points. He often performed dynamically over his last 18 outings, scoring 11 goals and 21 points.' … [Read more...] about By end of difficult season, Sabres’ Tage Thompson became elite scorer again
Ruff: 'You've got to get comfortable being uncomfortable'
'"I think that's probably the area I've most grown, how hard you can push and how hard you can go," said Ruff on Tuesday during an appearance on the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on WGR. "I think the players, myself, Kevyn, we really have to stay connected in the direction we're trying to go, in the direction we're trying to get each individual too. Understanding that each player will … [Read more...] about Ruff: ‘You’ve got to get comfortable being uncomfortable’
Noah Ostlund thrown right into Calder Cup Playoffs with Amerks
'Ostlund seems to be learning fast in just four AHL games played. "It’s a good confidence. I’ve been playing better and better," said Ostlund earlier this week.' … [Read more...] about Noah Ostlund thrown right into Calder Cup Playoffs with Amerks
'He's always fighting' | Quinn showed growth despite limited playing time in 2023-24
'“It was great to be back in the lineup for myself and, you know, try to help the team win,” Quinn said. “And I think we’re really close to being a really good team in this league, and we’re gonna do everything we can to be there next year.”' … [Read more...] about ‘He’s always fighting’ | Quinn showed growth despite limited playing time in 2023-24
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks lean on last year’s comeback against Syracuse ahead of game 3 (WHEC-TV) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage