'“I think we outplayed them the entire game,” Thompson said. “… I thought defensively we were strong. We played a pretty tight game, didn’t really give up too much. I think their goalie won that one for them, obviously. That’s the way we’ve got to play though. I think we finished off the last few games before the break pretty strong and that’s something we’ve got to continue -- … [Read more...] about Oettinger makes 47 saves, Stars edge Sabres to win 4th straight
The Sabres Report - Feb 7, 2024
Sabres open homestand with close loss to Stars
'“I actually thought we played really good, especially coming out of the break,” forward Casey Mittelstadt said. “We were making plays and getting pucks to the net, and I even thought we had bodies there as well. … So, yeah, definitely tough to swallow.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres open homestand with close loss to Stars
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks may lean on rookie goalie Devon Levi in their push for the playoffs (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Feb 6, 2024
Zach Benson ready to use rookie lessons to help Sabres replace Jack Quinn
'“If there is pressure, it’s good pressure to have,” Benson said following practice Monday. “Quinner’s obviously a hard guy to fill in for. It can’t just be one guy. It has to be multiple guys in our group.”' … [Read more...] about Zach Benson ready to use rookie lessons to help Sabres replace Jack Quinn
NHL, Sabres see major boost from digitizing boards, helmet and jersey sponsorships
'“As our world continues to evolve and innovate, we are thrilled that partnership opportunities have followed suit,” said Joe Foy, vice president of Business Development for the Sabres. “Our space continues to grow beyond traditional assets, and the ability to bring something new to our current and prospective partners has been exciting and welcomed from all parties.”' … [Read more...] about NHL, Sabres see major boost from digitizing boards, helmet and jersey sponsorships
Mature game helping Sabres rookie Zach Benson earn keep in NHL
'Granato has trusted Benson, the 13th overall pick in 2023, from the get-go this season, utilizing him all over the lineup. Most coaches, of course, rarely show that type of confidence in a neophyte who’s struggling to score.' … [Read more...] about Mature game helping Sabres rookie Zach Benson earn keep in NHL
Tuesday's Dallas Coverage
How to watch Stars-Sabres: TV channel, streaming and more (Dallas Morning News) Dallas brings 3-game win streak into matchup with Buffalo (AP) First Shift: Stars open homestretch of season against Sabres (DallasStars.com) Game Day Guide: Stars at Sabres (DallasStars.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Dallas Coverage
Dahlin enjoyed third trip to NHL All-Star game for many reasons
'"This one was special," said Dahlin following Sunday's practice. "It was in Toronto, the hockey mecca, so the NHL did an unbelievable job. The fans were unbelievable, and it was just an overall unbelievable weekend."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin enjoyed third trip to NHL All-Star game for many reasons
Buffalo Sabres players excited about NHL's return to the Olympics
'"For Team USA in the Olympics? Oh yeah, 100-percent, that would be the ultimate goal," Tuch said. "That would be unbelievable if I were ever given the opportunity, it would be incredible."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres players excited about NHL’s return to the Olympics
Benson and Sabres ready to seize opportunity following All-Star break
'“I mentioned yesterday, we lost a couple of key players in Quinn and Samuelsson,” Granato said. “I think we’re in a better place psychologically than we were at the start of the year, at any point right now to fill in for those losses of those two players.”' … [Read more...] about Benson and Sabres ready to seize opportunity following All-Star break
The Sabres Report - Feb 5, 2024
Mattias Samuelsson's season-ending injury will force other Sabres to 'step up'
'The severity of Samuelsson’s injury was less obvious. He skated 19:26 in a game at Anaheim on Jan. 23, then missed two games before team doctors determined that he could not play through the injury. Both are significant losses that will cause young players, specifically winger Zach Benson and defenseman Owen Power, to take on more responsibility for the Sabres, who, at … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson’s season-ending injury will force other Sabres to ‘step up’
Mike Harrington: Don Granato is looking forward and not back on this season. His future depends on it
'It’s added up to a 9-6-1 mark the last 16 games, which would be a 97-point pace over a full season that’s probably playoff-worthy. Of course, there’s that tiny issue of the 72-point pace Buffalo played at through mid-December.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Don Granato is looking forward and not back on this season. His future depends on it
Sabres lose Mattias Samuelsson for the rest of the season; Jack Quinn’s injury emotional for his teammates
'The Sabres, who practiced Sunday in KeyBank Center following their bye week and NHL All-Star break, must erase a 10-point deficit without two of their top talents.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose Mattias Samuelsson for the rest of the season; Jack Quinn’s injury emotional for his teammates
Mattias Samuelsson to miss remainder of season following surgery to repair upper-body injury
'Samuelsson finished the game in Anaheim against the Ducks, but didn’t play in the final two games of the road trip. Quinn got hurt midway through the game in Los Angeles against the Kings.' … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson to miss remainder of season following surgery to repair upper-body injury
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson out for season with upper-body injury
'"He's had lingering injuries just by virtue of how he blocks shots and finishes hits. He was not dealing with this injury prior to the other night (San Jose game)."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson out for season with upper-body injury