'Savoie, 19, has fit in nicely, establishing himself as one of the Amerks’ top scoring threats while showcasing the talents that made him the ninth overall pick in 2022. Staying in Rochester would likely buoy the forward’s development.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Matt Savoie excelling with Amerks during conditioning loan
The Sabres Report - Nov 4, 2023
Saturday's Philadelphia Coverage
Banged-up Flyers get off to a hot start, roll Sabres, 5-1, in Buffalo (Philadelphia Inquirer) Flyers back Tortorella's message, jump Sabres for needed win (NBC Sports Philadelphia) Flyers Roll to Win Over Sabres (WENJ-FM) Postgame 5: Offense, Ersson Lift Flyers to 5-1 win in Buffalo (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Brink has a goal and assist as the Flyers beat Sabres 5-1 to snap a 3-game skid
'“I thought there was enough generated to get breaks and the question would be, did you earn the break,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “We could have scored, but let’s face it, we didn’t play the way we needed to play.”' … [Read more...] about Brink has a goal and assist as the Flyers beat Sabres 5-1 to snap a 3-game skid
Sabres doomed by quick Philadelphia start
'The Philadelphia Flyers were able to split their home-and-home series with the Buffalo Sabres with a 5-1 victory on Friday night at KeyBank Center, thanks to a quick start that included a goal just over a minute into the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres doomed by quick Philadelphia start
The Sabres got outworked and lost to the Flyers
'Buffalo was going up against a backup goalie and a bad defense, but when you get outworked, you will lose almost every time.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres got outworked and lost to the Flyers
4 check: Sabres fall flat against Flyers, rare loss for ‘goat heads’
'Defenseman Henri Jokiharju scored the lone goal for Buffalo (5-6-0), his first of the year, but not until the Flyers built a 4-0 lead after two periods.' … [Read more...] about 4 check: Sabres fall flat against Flyers, rare loss for ‘goat heads’
Sabres get "outworked" in 5-1 loss to Philadelphia Flyers
'"I thought we got outworked," Sabres forward, Casey Mittelstadt said. "It's pretty hard to sit here and try to make excuses. There are really no excuses. That was a poor effort from us for sure."' … [Read more...] about Sabres get “outworked” in 5-1 loss to Philadelphia Flyers
Flyers score 3 in 1st, ease past Sabres
'“I just don’t think we played with enough urgency,” Buffalo captain Kyle Okposo said. “We know that team comes out, works, and we have to try to match their work ethic and play with purpose. And I just don’t think we started the game with purpose.”' … [Read more...] about Flyers score 3 in 1st, ease past Sabres
Sabres unable to overcome early deficit in loss to Flyers
'“We could have scored but let’s face it, we didn’t play the way we needed to play. It starts with playing faster and more direct and we were not direct enough, and that was the difference in the game,” Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to overcome early deficit in loss to Flyers
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks edged by Comets in overtime (Amerks.com) Parent overtime winner seals win in Rochester (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 3, 2023
Sabres’ Tage Thompson scoring goals, developing into top penalty killer
'Fresh off a career-best 47-goal, 94-point season, he mustered just one goal in the first six games, his only point. Still, he appeared to be on the verge of breaking out. He created offense early, pumping 15 shots on goal during a two-game stretch, including 10 in one game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson scoring goals, developing into top penalty killer
Sabres recall forward from Americans
'Winger Alex Tuch missed Thursday’s practice for maintenance, according to the Sabres, so Rousek might’ve been summoned for insurance.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall forward from Americans
Friday's Philadelphia Coverage
Sabres host the Flyers after Biro’s 2-goal game (AP) Flyers-Sabres Preview: Hart Broken (WENJ-FM) 5 Things: Flyers @ Sabres (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Dahlin tried out a neck guard during Wednesday's game in Philadelphia
'"It started off with just knowing what’s going on, and it’s super sad what happened," said Dahlin following Thursday's practice. "I tried it out, and it’s too bad that I tried it out for the first time during a game. It didn’t last that long, but for sure I want to use it. I want someone to develop a nice breathable neck guard, and in the future, it’s going to be a must."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin tried out a neck guard during Wednesday’s game in Philadelphia
Practice Report | A look at the Sabres’ top storylines 10 games into the season
'The Sabres are currently ranked fifth in the NHL in penalty-kill percentage (90.0) after killing off 36 penalties, the second-most in the league.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | A look at the Sabres’ top storylines 10 games into the season