'“Not accepting that’s good enough,” Ruff said, describing how he is pushing his team to play its best for an entire game. “Not accepting that we’ve done a lot of good things. We’ve got to win games. That’s the key. Raise the standard, raise the expectation. We talked again about the standard, about playing quicker, about don’t accept what went on in Detroit as OK. OK hockey is … [Read more...] about How the Sabres are trying to rally from 3-game skid: ‘OK hockey isn’t good enough’
Archives for November 5, 2024
Buffalo Sabres’ franchise value reaches more than $1 billion
'The value of the team is estimated to be $1.13 billion – a number that’s doubled over the past three years, according to sports business website Sportico. The team’s value continues to climb along with the National Hockey League as a whole, but the Sabres remain close to the bottom of the league in franchise rankings.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres’ franchise value reaches more than $1 billion
As Sabres struggle, Lindy Ruff wants to raise standard: ‘OK … not good enough’
'“We got to win games,” Ruff said. “… Raise the standard, raise the expectation. I’m not going to stand here and talk about (it). We did good things, but finish the good things, finish some of those great opportunities, put it in the back of the net.”' … [Read more...] about As Sabres struggle, Lindy Ruff wants to raise standard: ‘OK … not good enough’
Sabres’ Zach Benson a ‘possibility’ to return from injury against Senators
'Benson, 19, practiced Monday at left wing alongside center Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn, his first full session since leaving the lineup Oct. 22. He also skated on the second power-play unit.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Benson a ‘possibility’ to return from injury against Senators
Tuesday's Ottawa Coverage
Gameday: Zub out, can Gaudette keep scoring? Ottawa Senators vs. Buffalo Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Sabres bring losing streak into home matchup with the Senators (AP) Preview: Senators at Sabres, November 5, 2024 (OttawaSenators.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Ottawa Coverage
Ruff: 'OK hockey is not good enough'
'"We have an obligation as the staff to make sure we have them ready. From our strength department to the coaches that put them through, what should be, game-like drills after practice. Some days high intensity, some days a lot of stop-and-start, some days physicality. Just trying to replicate what you would see in a game," said Ruff following Monday's practice.' … [Read more...] about Ruff: ‘OK hockey is not good enough’
Practice Report | News and notes from Monday's skate
'Zach Benson practiced with the Buffalo Sabres on Monday and could be in the lineup for their home game against the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night, coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | News and notes from Monday’s skate