'The combination was simple: Four forward lines buzzing the net and often dominating possession in the offensive zone. Three defense pairs playing solid and steady, minimizing turnovers and coverage lapses. And goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen badly outplaying New York's Igor Shesterkin, one of the marquee netminders in hockey.' … [Read more...] about A four-line, three-pair effort is the blueprint for Sabres in rout of Rangers
Archives for November 8, 2024
Jacob Bryson trying to make the most of his chance on Sabres' defense
'The 26-year-old has been through this before and knows preparation is the key to being able to survive in his role. The Sabres believe in him, too. They drafted him in the fourth round in 2017 and have kept re-signing him. To help keep his shot in the NHL, Bryson took a one-year deal over the summer for $900,000, which was slightly less than half of what he was making the last … [Read more...] about Jacob Bryson trying to make the most of his chance on Sabres’ defense
Friday's New York Coverage
Rangers, Igor Shesterkin demolished by Sabres in rare drubbing (New York Post) Rangers’ listless ‘wake-up call’ was a long time coming (New York Post) Rangers pull Igor Shesterkin during five-goal disaster against Sabres (New York Post) Rangers dominated at home by Sabres as Igor Shesterkin is pulled after allowing five goals (Newsday) Three takeaways from Rangers' loss to … [Read more...] about Friday’s New York Coverage
Dahlin scores as the Sabres beat Shesterkin and the Rangers 6-1
'Dylan Cozens, Tage Thompson, Jordan Greenway and Sam Lafferty had second-period goals as the Sabres won for the second time in six road games.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin scores as the Sabres beat Shesterkin and the Rangers 6-1
Sabres thrash Rangers at Madison Square Garden
'Visiting the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden, the blue and gold put a hurting on goalie Igor Shesterkin and company to the tune of a 6-1 final.' … [Read more...] about Sabres thrash Rangers at Madison Square Garden
Opinion: When Sabres work as unit, they become a dangerous team
'It’s funny that if they work hard and work together, the Sabres become a pretty good team. Beating the Rangers in New York, 6-1, in pretty good proof of that.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: When Sabres work as unit, they become a dangerous team
Sabres score big win in New York
'The Sabres parlayed a dominant period on the road against one of the NHL’s top teams to get their second winning streak of the season rolling.' … [Read more...] about Sabres score big win in New York
Sabres score 6, ease past Rangers
'"Yeah, you're not going to lose many games when you get an effort like that out of every line," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres score 6, ease past Rangers
Sabres play '4-line game' as 15 players record points in win over Rangers
'Thursday was once again a complete team effort. Fifteen players scored at least one point, including six goal scorers in Dahlin, Dylan Cozens, Tage Thompson, Jordan Greenway, Sam Lafferty, and Zach Benson..' … [Read more...] about Sabres play ‘4-line game’ as 15 players record points in win over Rangers
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks October 2024 report card (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage