'Bryson’s defending was particularly impressive given the circumstances. He’s been a healthy scratch for most of his time in the NHL this season and appeared in 10 games with the Rochester Americans after clearing waivers in December. It was only his third game with the Sabres since early November and he hadn’t skated more than 14:12 in any of his previous five appearances for … [Read more...] about Connor Clifton, Jacob Bryson step up on Sabres’ defense in Owen Power’s absence
The Sabres Report - Feb 15, 2024
Mike Harrington: The Panthers are next. Which version of the Sabres will we see?
'“It can get frustrating, absolutely,” said winger Jordan Greenway, a beast down low against the Kings who needs to again play large against the Panthers. “We’ve got to start somewhere, be happy, be excited, be confident about what we did. Just expect this out of ourselves day in and day out and I think if we stick to that game plan, we can string a lot of wins together.”' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The Panthers are next. Which version of the Sabres will we see?
Following trade, Sabres prospect Matt Savoie on tear in Moose Jaw
'“He’s got aspirations to be a National Hockey League player, but in the meantime, he’s still got some junior hockey to play and he wants to be in a place that is competitive, and he’s a big part of it,” Moose Jaw coach Mark O’Leary said. “I think he’s real excited.”' … [Read more...] about Following trade, Sabres prospect Matt Savoie on tear in Moose Jaw
Thursday's Florida Coverage
Panthers take on the Sabres on 3-game win streak (AP) Preview: Streaking Panthers wrap up back-to-back in Buffalo (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Florida Coverage
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Three-goal first period propels Amerks to 6-2 win in Utica (Amerks.com) Comets defeated by Americans, 6-2 (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Feb 14, 2024
Sabres' offense finally breaks through, UPL earns another shutout in 7-0 win
'“We did a lot of good things tonight," said Greenway. "We played at a great pace that I just don’t think that they could keep up with. It paid off for us early and, yeah, I think if we stick to that game and commit to playing it every night, we can beat some good teams. That’s a good team we just beat there, so we just got to repeat it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ offense finally breaks through, UPL earns another shutout in 7-0 win
Victor Olofsson remaining patient while awaiting possible trade from Sabres
'“It definitely helps you not think about hockey,” said Olofsson, describing fatherhood as a “perfect” escape during an interview with The Buffalo News. “That’s a big key. A lot of times, especially when you’re struggling a little bit, it can be tough to get home and think about hockey all day. She definitely helps me think about other stuff.”' … [Read more...] about Victor Olofsson remaining patient while awaiting possible trade from Sabres
Injury will keep Owen Power out of Sabres' lineup for a couple of weeks
'“It’s going to be week to week,” Granato said after Tuesday’s optional morning skate. “We’ll have a better idea of how long and what a return would look like at that point. The hope in the short end would be a couple of weeks.”' … [Read more...] about Injury will keep Owen Power out of Sabres’ lineup for a couple of weeks
Sabres dismantle Kings as Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen joins elite company with fourth shutout
'They imposed their will on the Kings, embarrassing them all night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres dismantle Kings as Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen joins elite company with fourth shutout
After recall, Sabres goalie Eric Comrie confident, happy in backup role
'“That kind of just let me go and be myself out there and play the game instead of being stressed and worried about the results and being all uptight,” he told the Times Herald following Monday’s practice in KeyBank Center. “It was kind of more just let go and let everything kind of happen. I think magic kind of happens when you let go of the results, let go of everything and … [Read more...] about After recall, Sabres goalie Eric Comrie confident, happy in backup role
Sabres defenseman Owen Power week to week with upper-body injury
'“The hope (is) that the short end would be a couple weeks,” Granato said prior to the Sabres’ 7-0 win over the Los Angeles Kings in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Owen Power week to week with upper-body injury
Wednesday's Los Angeles Coverage
Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Los Angeles Coverage
Luukkonen stops 33 shots, Greenway scores twice in Buffalo Sabres’ 7-0 rout of Los Angeles Kings
'“I try to keep a level head. But I think when we’re (leading) it’s easier,” Luukkonen said in becoming Buffalo’s first goalie with four shutouts in one year since Ryan Miller’s six in 2011-12. “You can look at the stats and it’s a huge thing in a game, who gets the first goal. So I think that was one of the more important things today.”' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen stops 33 shots, Greenway scores twice in Buffalo Sabres’ 7-0 rout of Los Angeles Kings
Sabres defenseman Owen Power is listed as week to week after appearing to hurt left hand in practice
'The second-year player appeared to hurt his left hand during practice a day earlier and left the ice to have tests. Speaking before the Sabres’ home game against the Los Angeles Kings, Granato said Power will be reevaluated next week, which should provide a better timetable on when he can return.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Owen Power is listed as week to week after appearing to hurt left hand in practice
Are the Buffalo Sabres Willing to Trade Casey Mittelstadt?
'Given Mittelstadt's RFA status, the Sabres aren't under pressure to move him by March 8. However, the ongoing uncertainty over his contract situation should ensure he keeps getting mentioned as a trade candidate.' … [Read more...] about Are the Buffalo Sabres Willing to Trade Casey Mittelstadt?