'"I was frustrated," O'Reilly added. "That first goal for them was my fault, I lost my coverage and I was just pretty disappointed. Going into the period, I knew I needed to step up and do something."' … [Read more...] about O’Reilly, Eichel fuel 4-goal period in win over Kings
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Eichel, Kane hopeful for new dynamic alongside Okposo
'"Obviously when I was hurt I got to watch him a lot and learned a lot about how he plays," Eichel said. "I think he's probably one of the most underrated players in our league, just how good he is with the puck, without the puck, in all areas of the game. He's strong on it, he's very skilled, and he can make passes."' … [Read more...] about Eichel, Kane hopeful for new dynamic alongside Okposo
Sabres regroup from loss with intense practice
'"Really we just got down to the basics of what our game is there at the end and how we need to play," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "That last 20 minutes was how we need to play and you're going to see more of that drill form us in practice and hopefully see it in the game."' … [Read more...] about Sabres regroup from loss with intense practice
Special teams proves the difference in loss to Caps
'"We knew going into the game that was going to be a big factor, a big key in the game, special teams," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "Our power play had opportunities to get us back in the game and wasn't able to do that."' … [Read more...] about Special teams proves the difference in loss to Caps
Burgdoerfer: My First NHL Road Trip
'I knew a little bit about the injury situation in Buffalo, so my heart rate spiked a bit when my phone rang on Sunday and I saw it was Dan Lambert, our coach in Rochester. All of a sudden, I just became very anxious waiting for the words to come out. Once they did, I didn't have much time to process it.' … [Read more...] about Burgdoerfer: My First NHL Road Trip
Gorges, Deslauriers return to practice
'Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said that Kulikov and Gorges are both possibilities to rejoin the lineup when the team hosts Washington at KeyBank Center on Friday night. He said that Deslauriers is "close" to being game-ready, but added that he had not yet seen a post-practice report.' … [Read more...] about Gorges, Deslauriers return to practice
Ristolainen's OT goal seals comeback win over Oilers
'"With all the luck Risto's had with his stick and his opportunities, it was sure good to see him rip one off the bar," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "It may be the loudest one I've heard off the post and in."' … [Read more...] about Ristolainen’s OT goal seals comeback win over Oilers
Sabres lose third-period lead, fall to Caps in OT
'In the third period, however, the Sabres tested their luck one too many times. A call against Evander Kane for hooking gave the Capitals their third power play with 6:18 remaining in regulation, and it took only five seconds after that for Marcus Johansson to tie the game with a tip-in goal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose third-period lead, fall to Caps in OT
Sabres recall Burgdoerfer
'Burgdoerfer (6'1", 207 lbs., 12/11/1988) joins the Sabres for the first time after signing as an unrestricted free agent on July 21, 2016. In 22 games for the Amerks this season, Burgdoerfer has seven assists and 24 penalty minutes. The Abington, Pennsylvania native has posted 35 points (7+28) and 145 penalty minutes in 157 career AHL games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Burgdoerfer
With Gorges out 'weeks,' Kulikov returns to practice
'Kulikov will not travel with the team for their game in Washington, D.C. on Monday and is day-to-day, Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. With the Sabres set to host the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night, Bylsma hinted that Kulikov's return might come after those back-to-back games.' … [Read more...] about With Gorges out ‘weeks,’ Kulikov returns to practice
Comeback effort falls short in loss to Boston
'The 18 shot third-period was a far cry from the three shots they put on net in the first, all of which came in the first 4:44 of play. Boston took the lead with 5:50 remaining in that period when David Krejci tipped a point shot from defenseman Brandon Carlo in past Lehner off the crossbar. Krejci was one of four bodies screening goalie Robin Lehner in front of the net, … [Read more...] about Comeback effort falls short in loss to Boston
McCabe showed two-way potential against Rangers
'"I think it's indicative of where we played," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said following the team's practice at HarborCenter on Friday. "We played in the offensive zone. We really have noticed peaks in our game when our defensemen are getting involved and when they're getting shots from the point … It was really our best five-man [effort] and the shot attempts from our D-men are … [Read more...] about McCabe showed two-way potential against Rangers
Sabres recall Guhle from Prince George
'Guhle (6'1", 186 lbs., 7/29/1997) has scored three goals in four games since being acquired by Prince George on Nov. 19. In 19 games for the Cougars and Prince Albert Raiders this season, Guhle has seven points (5+2) and 10 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Guhle from Prince George
Eichel scores twice in late win over Rangers
'"It was great to be back here," Eichel said. "This is one I was definitely looking forward to so it was great to be able to win and get a little come-from-behind victory in the third period. Being able to contribute, it makes it a whole lot sweeter."' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores twice in late win over Rangers
Sabres recall Ullmark
'Ullmark (6'4", 221 lbs., 7/31/1993) joins the team for his second recall of 2016-17 but has yet to appear in an NHL game this season. He played in 20 games for the Sabres during his first season in North America in 2015-16, posting a .913 save percentage and a 2.60 goals-against average. His 8-10-2 record in 2015-16 included wins in each of his last three NHL appearances.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Ullmark