'Bylsma hauled in this sizable Great Lakes steelhead Thursday while out with Capt. Frank Campbell.' … [Read more...] about Something fishy going on with Bylsma during Sabres bye week
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Clint Malarchuk never had autographed 'the photo,' but he had a decision to make last weekend
'"Despite the psychological damage it caused me," Malarchuk told me, "it is my trademark."' … [Read more...] about Clint Malarchuk never had autographed ‘the photo,’ but he had a decision to make last weekend
Sabres can't be beat - in the ratings on Sunday
'The Sabres game had an 8.3 rating on NBCSN, which is 25 to 30 percent higher than the season average.' … [Read more...] about Sabres can’t be beat – in the ratings on Sunday
While Sabres are away, their foes will play
'If the other clubs continue their pace, they could leave Buffalo behind this week.' … [Read more...] about While Sabres are away, their foes will play
Sabres send Bailey, Baptiste, Rodrigues back to Amerks
'The latest call-up has gone well for all three players. Bailey has a goal and assist in 10 games while earning a spot alongside center Ryan O’Reilly and right wing Kyle Okposo. Rodrigues has centered Brian Gionta and Marcus Foligno, putting up two assists in six games. Baptiste, who played for sick Sam Reinhart over the weekend, had a goal and assist in two games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send Bailey, Baptiste, Rodrigues back to Amerks
Sabres Mailbag: Kane, prospects, defense depth and more
'The only way General Manager Tim Murray should trade Kane is if he believes the left winger won’t re-sign with Buffalo. Kane is set to be an unrestricted free after next season. The sides can sign an extension July 1. If Murray doesn’t think the 25-year-old is in Buffalo for the long haul, he needs to find someone who is.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: Kane, prospects, defense depth and more
Clunker aside, Sabres happy with how month has gone
'It typically takes 95 points to secure a playoff spot, which means the Sabres (26-24-10) will have to put up a .750 points percentage the rest of the way.' … [Read more...] about Clunker aside, Sabres happy with how month has gone
Mike Harrington: Lots of 'Showtime' as Hawks dominate
'This was an old-fashioned butt kicking.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Lots of ‘Showtime’ as Hawks dominate
Sabres Notebook: Fishing for points; Fedun clears waivers
'Buffalo is in the middle of a packed Eastern Conference, but it has played the most games (60). The other teams will catch up this week, giving the Sabres a more accurate gauge of where they really stand.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Fishing for points; Fedun clears waivers
Quick hits: Blackhawks 5, Sabres 1
'Buffalo announced its second straight sellout with 19,070 tickets sold. Probably one-third of the crowd was wearing Chicago jerseys.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Blackhawks 5, Sabres 1
Sabres' winning streak starts at the top
'During a 3-2 victory over St. Louis, those six players combined for two goals, six points and 37 saves. It’s no coincidence Buffalo won its third straight game and fourth of the last five.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ winning streak starts at the top
Mike Harrington: Lehner has claimed the crease
'Lehner is 17-16-6 this season, a mediocre record borne mostly from his lack of goal support in the first half. But he's got a 2.47 goals-against average and a .926 save percentage that ranks tied for third among NHL starters. Only Minnesota's Devan Dubnyk (.933) and Pittsburgh's Matt Murray (.927) are better.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Lehner has claimed the crease
Sabres Notebook: Seamless transition for Baptiste in latest recall
'"Obviously they produce points," Baptiste said of playing with Eichel and Kane. "I feel like I could bring speed and open up space for those guys and was fortunate enough to get to the net tonight and score.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Seamless transition for Baptiste in latest recall
Quick hits: Sabres 3, Blues 2
'The Blues had won nine straight against Buffalo as part of a 19-2 run. The Sabres' last victory in the series was a 5-3 decision Dec. 27, 2009, in St. Louis.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Sabres 3, Blues 2
Sabres' Rodrigues performing well on center stage
'“It’s been a nice thing to see Evan being able to step in there and do good things,” Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said Friday. “I don’t want to say I’m surprised, but great intelligence, some good hockey smarts and sense on both sides of the puck, in particular defensively.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rodrigues performing well on center stage