'“I think we need to look at it straight in the face, honestly,” Zucker said. “I think we need to know that it’s seven in a row. We need to look in the mirror and go get after it. There’s no reason to sit here and be like ‘Oh, we’re doing this.’ We’ve lost seven in a row. We’re not playing well. We’ve got to, again, look in the mirror and understand where we’re at and at what … [Read more...] about Red Wings rally, edge Sabres in shootout to end 5-game skid
The Sabres Report - Dec 10, 2024
Sabres seek complete effort after shootout loss to Detroit
'“We need to look in the mirror and go get after it,” said forward Jason Zucker, who tallied two goals and an assist in the loss. “We’ve got to have a little bit more urgency, and we’ve got to attack these games and end this right now.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres seek complete effort after shootout loss to Detroit
The Sabres Report - Dec 9, 2024
Sabres practice report: Ryan Johnson could make season debut against Detroit
'The 6-foot-1 left-shot defenseman is excellent at breaking the puck out of his own zone, and he had an impressive start to the season in Rochester, where he played next to veteran Jack Rathbone at 5-on-5. Johnson has zero goals and 14 assists in 48 career games in the American Hockey League. He's not going to replace the offense that Buffalo lost with Dahlin out.' … [Read more...] about Sabres practice report: Ryan Johnson could make season debut against Detroit
Sabres rookie Tyson Kozak scores first NHL goal with mother in rink; Buffalo could make lineup changes
'Kozak’s first NHL goal felt especially good because he shared it with his mother, Michelle, who stayed in town after his father and sister returned to Manitoba following Thursday’s game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Tyson Kozak scores first NHL goal with mother in rink; Buffalo could make lineup changes
Monday's Detroit Coverage
Detroit Red Wings game today vs. Buffalo Sabres: Time, TV channel, streaming (Detroit Free Press) Ex-teammates square off as Red Wings, Sabres seek to end slides (Ann Arbor News) Red Wings take losing streak into game against the Sabres (AP) Preview: Red Wings head to Buffalo for Atlantic Division clash on Monday (DetroitRedWings.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Detroit Coverage
Practice Report | Johnson skates alongside Byram, talks season so far with Rochester
'Johnson, a first-round pick by the Sabres in 2019, was called upon to play 41 games for the Sabres last season as a first-year pro following a four-year collegiate career with the University of Minnesota. It was an early introduction to the professional habits and day-in, day-out intensity that come with professional hockey.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Johnson skates alongside Byram, talks season so far with Rochester
The Sabres Report - Dec 8, 2024
Sabres' sixth straight loss raises more questions about roster's ability to contend
'“I believe in the people in our room, and I wouldn’t say that if I didn’t know the opportunity we have. His players didn’t give the fan base any reason to believe with their performance Saturday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ sixth straight loss raises more questions about roster’s ability to contend
Inside the NHL: Eden's Alex Iafallo adjusts to a new life on and off the ice in Winnipeg
'This is the final season of Iafallo's four-year, $16 million contract he signed with the Kings in 2021, so there's plenty of time for this season to play out before he and the Jets have to make a decision about his future or free agency.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Eden’s Alex Iafallo adjusts to a new life on and off the ice in Winnipeg
Reeling Sabres fall apart, lose to Utah: ‘Mentally one of the weakest games’
'In a downright embarrassing effort, they endured a 5-2 shellacking from noted NHL heavyweight Utah Hockey Club.' … [Read more...] about Reeling Sabres fall apart, lose to Utah: ‘Mentally one of the weakest games’
Injured Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin still being evaluated
'Meanwhile, Ruff said winger Jordan Greenway (mid-body) and defenseman Mattias Samuelsson “are both real close” to returning from their respective injuries.' … [Read more...] about Injured Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin still being evaluated
Sunday's Utah Coverage
Utah Hockey Club brings the boom in win over Buffalo Sabres (Salt Lake City Deseret News) Utah Hockey Club shows its depth in win over Buffalo Sabres (Salt Lake Tribune) Tourigny wins 100th game as Utah HC beats Buffalo, 5-2 (KTVX-TV) The Hat Trick: Utah Overwhelms Buffalo As Kesselring Records Gordie Howe Hat-Trick (KSL-TV) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Utah Coverage
This time it counted: Souris product Tyson Kozak scores in second NHL game
'In the stands cheering him on was his mom, Michelle. “Oh my Jesus,” she texted to the Winnipeg Sun after the game. “I knew this one counted, no recall. So happy I was there to see it.”' … [Read more...] about This time it counted: Souris product Tyson Kozak scores in second NHL game
Michael Kesselring scores as Utah beats the Buffalo Sabres 5-2
'A day after general manager Kevyn Adams spoke about how the lack of palm trees and higher taxes in New York made it difficult to convince players to join the Sabres, fans chanted for his firing and booed the team as Utah piled on two more goals in the third period.' … [Read more...] about Michael Kesselring scores as Utah beats the Buffalo Sabres 5-2
Sabres GM's comments on 'no palm trees' and 'taxes' miss mark in Buffalo
'While Adams has brought in some promising young talent, there are blemishes on his resume. "You traded away, within the span of a few months, two of the top five leading scorers in the league, currently, who both won Cups in back-to-back years," Parker said, referring to Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart. "So tell me about your hardships with taxes and no palm trees."' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM’s comments on ‘no palm trees’ and ‘taxes’ miss mark in Buffalo
Opinion: Players Don't Want To Go To The Sabres Because They Stink. It Has Nothing To Do With Palm Trees And Taxes
'Players, at least the ones who have a choice in these matters, put a high premium on winning potential, stability and how players are treated. And the Sabres have come up short in all three areas at times.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Players Don’t Want To Go To The Sabres Because They Stink. It Has Nothing To Do With Palm Trees And Taxes