'Ruff did not provide a timeline of how long Dahlin might be sidelined. He said he hopes it’s short-term “but you never know.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin ruled of game against Jets with back spasms
The Sabres Report - Dec 6, 2024
Buffalo Sabres Rookie Sees First NHL Goal Get Called Back For Goalie Interference
'Kozak saw the loose puck and shot it into the back of the net with Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck not getting over to the right side of his crease. Kozak and his family celebrated what appeared to be a huge career moment for the seventh-round draft pick in 2021. That was when Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel challenged the play for goaltender interference.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Rookie Sees First NHL Goal Get Called Back For Goalie Interference
Losing streak reaches five, Sabres fall in overtime to Winnipeg
'The Buffalo Sabres picked up a point, but the Winnipeg Jets were able outlast Buffalo for a 3-2 victory in overtime on Thursday night at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Losing streak reaches five, Sabres fall in overtime to Winnipeg
Two challenges go against Buffalo in their fifth straight loss
'The Buffalo Sabres played much better on Thursday, but that doesn’t matter anymore because moral victories don’t matter to a team that has proclaimed the time is now.' … [Read more...] about Two challenges go against Buffalo in their fifth straight loss
Sabres skid continues with OT loss
'Tage Thompson and Dylan Cozens scored in the first period for Buffalo, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 28 saves. But the Jets responded quickly to each goal, and snapped a four-game skid when Adam Lowry knocked a rebound past Luukkonen at 3:59 into overtime.' … [Read more...] about Sabres skid continues with OT loss
Jets end 4-game losing streak, defeat Sabres in OT
'Tage Thompson and Dylan Cozens scored for the Sabres (11-12-3), who have lost five straight (0-3-2). Luukkonen made 28 saves.' … [Read more...] about Jets end 4-game losing streak, defeat Sabres in OT
Goalie interference reviews loom large as Sabres fall to Jets in overtime
'“It’s a quick game, it’s hard for the refs to make the right calls always, but I have no chance to make a save on that play,” Luukkonen said. “If your toes are out of the crease now, it’s kind of, you know, a free for all – you can get hit and they can do whatever they want."' … [Read more...] about Goalie interference reviews loom large as Sabres fall to Jets in overtime
The Sabres Report - Dec 5, 2024
Mike Harrington: Tuesday was a disaster for the Sabres. It feels like a tipping point.
'Sometimes you hit those moments that feel earth-shaking to a season, and sometimes an entire organization. July 1, 2007, was one for the Sabres as Daniel Briere and Chris Drury went out the free-agency door, never to return. The night in 2014 when they traded Ryan Miller was another. There’s losing Connor McDavid in the lottery or the seminal pressers from Ryan O’Reilly and … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Tuesday was a disaster for the Sabres. It feels like a tipping point.
Sabres' Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch not joining Rasmus Dahlin, UPL at 4 Nations Face-Off
'Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, their starting goalie, was selected to play for Finland. A few of the Sabres' candidates didn't make their respective teams, though. Team USA didn't pick Tage Thompson or Alex Tuch, and Henri Jokiharju was expected to join Luukkonen on Finland's roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch not joining Rasmus Dahlin, UPL at 4 Nations Face-Off
Anatomy of a collapse: How the Sabres squandered a 4-0 lead and lost to Avs
'How did the Sabres allow the Avalanche (14-12) to roar back? Here's a timeline of the collapse, along with an analysis on how it went sideways so quickly...'. … [Read more...] about Anatomy of a collapse: How the Sabres squandered a 4-0 lead and lost to Avs
As Sabres struggle, anything, including trades, could be on table to improve
'The Sabres have dropped four straight games (0-3-1) and just suffered a loss so humiliating it feels like it could spark some change. They must figure things out in a hurry.' … [Read more...] about As Sabres struggle, anything, including trades, could be on table to improve
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, UPL named to 4 Nations tournament rosters
'Sabres center Tage Thompson (USA), winger Alex Tuch (USA) and defenseman Henri Jokiharju (Finland), all of whom were believed to be in the mix to represent their respective countries, did not earn roster spots.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, UPL named to 4 Nations tournament rosters
Thursday's Winnipeg Coverage
Sabres take on the Jets following Thompson’s 2-goal showing (AP) Gameday: Jets at Sabres (WinnipegJets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Dahlin, Luukkonen to play in 4 Nations Face-Off
'Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin was selected to represent Team Sweden at the in-season tournament this February, while Team Finland has selected goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to be part of their three-goalie group.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin, Luukkonen to play in 4 Nations Face-Off
Sabres D Rasmus Dahlin, G Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will play in 4 Nations Face-Off
'Dahlin, a native of Lidkoping, Sweden, has previously participated in the 2018 Olympics, two of three IIHF World Championships, and twice in the World Juniors. Luukkonen, from Espoo, Finland, was a tournament All-Star in helping the Finnish team win gold medals at the 2019 World Juniors and U18 World Championships in 2016.' … [Read more...] about Sabres D Rasmus Dahlin, G Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will play in 4 Nations Face-Off