'It's hard to put up big numbers when you're playing on a team that was essentially out of the playoff picture from the get-go, but Anderson is hardly ever the reason the Sabres lose when they do.' … [Read more...] about At 40, Craig Anderson is still going strong
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Alex Tuch arrived exactly when Buffalo needed him
'"He has that passion. When he puts that jersey on and goes out there, there's a lot of meaning to him. And that's nice to have in your locker room, especially with a guy who other players look up to and admire."' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch arrived exactly when Buffalo needed him
Sabres' goalie woes continue in a big way
'Houser's absence leaves the Sabres with, quite literally, zero available NHL options in net at the moment, making it anyone's guess as to who will tend the goal when the team faces off against the Arizona Coyotes on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ goalie woes continue in a big way
Aaron Dell suspended three games for hit on Senators' Batherson
'It's not every day that a goaltender gets suspended in the NHL. Aaron Dell has somehow managed to do it.' … [Read more...] about Aaron Dell suspended three games for hit on Senators’ Batherson
Buffalo Sabres fans have been through just about everything
'Some of us were raised on broadcast legend Irv Weinstein, and kids’ entertainer Commander Tom, and whenever the opportunity came to visit Buffalo, we jumped at chance, because Buffalonians were unfailingly kind and generous. And we also were stoked to go to Bills or Sabres games; quite often, they were better than Toronto’s teams, and it was terrific to see a blue-collar … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fans have been through just about everything
Sabres without four goalies to injuries, Covid
'Needless to say, things are pretty bleak in the Sabres' crease these days.' … [Read more...] about Sabres without four goalies to injuries, Covid
The NHL made a mistake, but at least they owned up to it
'The problem is, somebody forgot to tell the league they need conclusive evidence to justify a different call on the play. There was no conclusive evidence, though. The league failed to follow its usual process, the Sabres lost a 2-1 game that should’ve went to overtime, and the video showed there was no offside that disallowed Olofsson’s goal. It was a debacle.' … [Read more...] about The NHL made a mistake, but at least they owned up to it
Kyle Okposo hopes to be part of the solution
'Having experienced so much losing, being a part of a Sabres’ revival would be special. “I want to be here for everything,” said Okposo, whose contract expires after next season. “I’ve been here for the bad, I want to be here for laying a foundation to get us into the next phase of where we’re going to be, which is a good team, and I know it. I don’t know when it’s going to be, … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo hopes to be part of the solution
This feels like the Sabres everyone expected
'Was this going to be a surprise, Cinderella-type season for Buffalo? It may have been tempting to believe that, but the Sabres’ more recent span of games – they’ve gone 2-8-1 in their past 10 contests – has made their reality stark, and not very optimistic in the short term. And it isn’t just that they’re losing, it’s how Buffalo is losing that makes things appear so bleak at … [Read more...] about This feels like the Sabres everyone expected
Owen Power is Thriving as a Sophomore
'As the Sabres have gotten off to a better-than-anticipated start in the NHL, Power has been soaring in the NCAA - though that was much more expected, given his prodigious talents. Nevertheless, with 12 points in 10 games, Power is tied with Brisson for second in team scoring behind Johnson's 14 points and Michigan is indeed off to a great start.' … [Read more...] about Owen Power is Thriving as a Sophomore
After Eichel: What Does the Future Hold for the Buffalo Sabres?
'So where does that leave this surprisingly decent Sabres team? When you look at the team’s young talent that is already on the roster and the wealth of prospects across the globe, the Sabres seem like they are in pretty good shape. Thanks to a decade of mediocrity – and even a few years of outright dreadful play – they have accumulated a massive prospect pool with some really … [Read more...] about After Eichel: What Does the Future Hold for the Buffalo Sabres?
Sabres Trade Eichel to Vegas in Blockbuster Trade
'As for the Sabres, the beleaguered franchise made out as well as one could expect from this prolonged debacle.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Trade Eichel to Vegas in Blockbuster Trade
Buffalo Fans, Meet Peyton Krebs
'Krebs can play both center or wing and it will be interesting to see where the Sabres place him – Buffalo isn't exactly killing it in the faceoff department right now, though Krebs himself hasn't taken many draws this season and still needs to grow in that area.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Fans, Meet Peyton Krebs
Calgary Flames Linked to Jack Eichel, But Can They Afford Him?
'Harrington noted the Flames lack the prospect depth of other clubs in the Eichel sweepstakes. With the Sabres off to a good start, he wondered if general manager Kevyn Adams was seeking more immediate help. He pointed out Flames VP of hockey operations Don Maloney was spotted at two recent Sabres games against the Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings.' … [Read more...] about Calgary Flames Linked to Jack Eichel, But Can They Afford Him?
Strong Start Gives Sabres the Option of Patience with Jack Eichel
'With this start to the year, the Sabres can sit back and wait out any potential Eichel trade partner until they’re satisfied with the return on his services. They can wait right up to the NHL’s trade deadline if need be. The bar has been set so low for Buffalo this year, they can ride out any small storm and still have their fans agree the best move for the franchise is to … [Read more...] about Strong Start Gives Sabres the Option of Patience with Jack Eichel