'"That's as focused a shutdown effort as you'll see," Sabres coach Don Granato said. "It was much like a playoff game. They needed the two points because they're in a playoff race and that's what they were playing for. They weren't playing for anything else but, 'How do we get these two points and slow this team down?' They did a heck of a job in that and that's something we … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to solve Kings’ defense in tight loss
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At The Final Horn | Tuch exits early with injury in loss to Kings
'Dustin Tokarski made 29 saves in the defeat.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Tuch exits early with injury in loss to Kings
Eakin evaluated for injury while Girgensons, Hinostroza continue progress
'"He's getting some imaging this morning that we couldn't get last night just to give us definitive what it is," Granato said. "So that was the reason for missing practice. We will know more in a couple hours. … He could be in the lineup tomorrow."' … [Read more...] about Eakin evaluated for injury while Girgensons, Hinostroza continue progress
Skinner, Mittelstadt fuel comeback win over Wild
'Casey Fitzgerald provided the spark that put momentum back on their side, igniting both the bench and the crowd when he chose to fight Wild forward Mason Shaw. Skinner netted the tying goal less than four minutes later, then added the go-ahead goal as an encore.' … [Read more...] about Skinner, Mittelstadt fuel comeback win over Wild
At The Final Horn | Skinner scores twice in 3rd to lead Sabres over Wild
'Skinner's goals came 4:20 apart to give Buffalo a lead they wouldn't relinquish in the 5-4 win at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Skinner scores twice in 3rd to lead Sabres over Wild
Power preparing for Big Ten Tournament following Olympic experience
'This season, the Wolverines finished No. 5 in the NCAA poll with a 25-9-1 record. Fellow Sabres prospect Erik Portillo, drafted in the third round in 2019, played a big part in that thanks to his sensational play in the crease. He played every game for Michigan this year. His 25 wins rank second in the nation and his .926 save percentage ranks sixth.' … [Read more...] about Power preparing for Big Ten Tournament following Olympic experience
Miller returns to practice in non-contact jersey
'"From what I see, he looks great," Sabres coach Don Granato said. "His mobility, his strength. I would have to find out more medically because he's surprised me, jumping in the skate not knowing where he would fit in. And then you watch him, it's a pleasant surprise to see him move the move the way he's moving and battle the ways he's battling."' … [Read more...] about Miller returns to practice in non-contact jersey
Sabres conclude road stretch with complete victory over Leafs
'What could have been a homecoming of sorts between the Maple Leafs and their fans instead concluded as one of the Sabres' best performances of the season, a 5-1 victory in which they never trailed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres conclude road stretch with complete victory over Leafs
Quinn, Hinostroza could return to action this week
'"It's unfortunate to get a taste of the NHL and then immediately get injured," he said. "Taking a few weeks off for rehab isn't what you want to do, but the rehab process went great."' … [Read more...] about Quinn, Hinostroza could return to action this week
Sabres keep focus forward after loss to Stars
'"… You're allowed to be frustrated, but you can't act frustrated because you start making wrong decisions then, decisions with short-term focus. And I know it's hard. It's hard on our side right now, obviously, but we just can't have short-term focus when you're faced with the adversity we are now."' … [Read more...] about Sabres keep focus forward after loss to Stars
At The Final Horn | Sabres fall to Stars on the road
'The Sabres have now lost six in a row.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Sabres fall to Stars on the road
Fitzgerald carving out consistent presence in Sabres' lineup
'"When you get over the boards and you see those top players … you want to shut them down no matter how you can," Fitzgerald said. "It's a great opportunity every time you step out there. That's just what I think every time, is I want to shut their best players down. I'm happy I got the opportunity to."' … [Read more...] about Fitzgerald carving out consistent presence in Sabres’ lineup
Sabres' strong effort comes up short in loss to Blues
'"It's always nice to score, but I think the main thing was winning," Thompson said. "I really wanted to win that one. Everyone in the room did, too. It stings a little bit more, especially when you play well like that. It was a tough one to swallow."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ strong effort comes up short in loss to Blues
At The Final Horn | Sabres rally in 3rd but lose to Blues in St. Louis
'The Buffalo Sabres battled back against the St. Louis Blues midway through the third period on Friday when Tage Thompson scored on his career-high eighth shot of the night to tie the game 3-3. However, the Blues scored immediately after to go back in the lead en route to a 5-3 victory over the Sabres at Enterprise Center.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Sabres rally in 3rd but lose to Blues in St. Louis
Sabres unable to overcome early mistakes in loss to Canadiens
'"We allowed it to be too easy, too early for them," Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to overcome early mistakes in loss to Canadiens