'Pittsburgh would score two unanswered to take a 3-2 lead in the second period. However, with less than three minutes to go, newly acquired defenseman Brandon Montour would rifle a shot on net from the blue line to tie the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Beat Penguins 4-3 in OT Thriller
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Sabres Slide Continues
'With the loss the Sabres fall behind the Flyers in the standings and are now 8 points out of the final Wild Card spot.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Slide Continues
Eichel's Two Goals Not Enough
'Buffalo head coach Phil Housley pulled goalie Carter Hutton following the third goal and replaced him with Linus Ullmark.' … [Read more...] about Eichel’s Two Goals Not Enough
Sabres trade Nathan Beaulieu to Jets in exchange for 6th round pick
'Beaulieu, who had been a healthy scratch in 22 of the previous 26 games. The defenseman suited up against Florida, Tampa Bay and Washington this past week but had openly discussed his displeasure in playing time earlier in the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Nathan Beaulieu to Jets in exchange for 6th round pick
Sabres have quiet deadline day with focus on the present and future of the franchise
'"It's a balance we're always trying to find here. We understand the long-term success of our organization. We have to develop young players within our organization and develop depth. It's also where we have young players in the national hockey league right now and we want to support them as much as possible," said Botterill, who also mentioned the growth of players like Rasmus … [Read more...] about Sabres have quiet deadline day with focus on the present and future of the franchise
Sabres Acquire Anaheim Defenseman Brandon Montour
'Montour has five goals and 25 points with the Ducks this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Acquire Anaheim Defenseman Brandon Montour
Reinhart nets hat-trick as Sabres keep playoff hopes afloat
'"I mean, you don't want to have to rally around a loss but the position we're in and still are in, it took that effort against a really good team in Tampa and really important for us to follow it up with another one of the best teams in the league," Reinhart said after the game. "We're going to enjoy it and get ready for Toronto."' … [Read more...] about Reinhart nets hat-trick as Sabres keep playoff hopes afloat
Sabres Fall 2-1 in a Shootout
'Jack Eichel and Casey Mittelstadt were denied on their shootout attempts. Tampa's Steven Stamkos and Kucherov converted to hand the Lightning a 2-1 victory.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Fall 2-1 in a Shootout
Sabres Drop 3rd Straight
'Late in the third, Eichel scored what looked to be a goal to pull Buffalo within one. However, after a review, it was deemed offsides and the goal would be waived off.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Drop 3rd Straight
Sabres' Okposo diagnosed with concussion
'The team announced this via Twitter on Tuesday morning following Okposo's injury.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Okposo diagnosed with concussion
Sabres Struggles Continue
'The Sabres found themselves in a two goal hole once again, and we're unable to even the score, as they fell to the New Jersey Devils 4-1 Sunday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Struggles Continue
Sabres Lose Momentum, Fall to Rangers 6-2
'Buffalo finishes their seven game homestand 3-3-1. The Blue and Gold have yet to win back to back games since December 13th. Since then, after a win, the Sabres are 0-8-1. Buffalo travels to New Jersey for a matchup with the Devils on Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Lose Momentum, Fall to Rangers 6-2
Sabres defense keeping them in Wild Card race
'“I mean any team's a good team defensively when they play well and with structure. When you get away from it you hand free opportunities and you don't make them earn their breakouts,” added winger Jason Pominville. “It makes any team easier to play against and I thought we got away from it a little bit. Now we're trending in the right direction. We've got one more at home … [Read more...] about Sabres defense keeping them in Wild Card race
Sabres Knock Off Islanders 3-1
'The third period was tense at KeyBank Center, but the Sabres would get an insurance goal with 2:25 to play from Johan Larsson. Larsson played cleanup duty on a shot from Kyle Okposo to seal the victory for the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Knock Off Islanders 3-1
Wheeler's late goal sinks Sabres
'"It's a tough one," a near speachless Kyle Okposo added after the game. "They made a play when it mattered. That's it. I thought we outplayed them the a lot of the game. They had their chances but, they made a play when it mattered."' … [Read more...] about Wheeler’s late goal sinks Sabres