'“It feels great,” he said. “Especially, you know, there’s been a lot of talk about our defensive play last year, especially we kind of showed how tight we can play. As I said I feel last game, too, it’s not about me, it’s about the team and the shutout. It doesn’t happen if they don’t block shots, box out. … We played a good game tonight, and it showed on the scoreboard.”' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen gets 2nd straight shutout, Sabres defeat Blackhawks
The Sabres Report - Jan 19, 2024
Luukkonen extends shutout streak in 3-0 win over Blackhawks
'The chant came at a perfect time, coinciding with one of the best stretches of Luukkonen’s young career. The 24-year-old’s shutout streak – currently at 157:55 dating back to the second period of a 1-0 loss to Vancouver last Saturday – is the ninth-longest in franchise history. He made 28 saves to blank the San Jose Sharks in a 3-0 win on Monday.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen extends shutout streak in 3-0 win over Blackhawks
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Truist Field became a Field Of Dreams for Amerks at Queen City Outdoor Classic (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jan 18, 2024
A day later, Sabres will get their chance against Blackhawks
'Because of the lake-effect snow bands and driving bans that include the arena environs, the NHL postponed the game and rescheduled it for Thursday night at 7. It will be televised on MSG. Tickets to Wednesday’s game can be used for entry to Thursday’s rescheduled affair.' … [Read more...] about A day later, Sabres will get their chance against Blackhawks
NHL postpones Sabres game against Blackhawks until Thursday
'KeyBank Center falls within the area of Buffalo affected by a driving ban. Seven other municipalities in Erie Country have also issued bans.' … [Read more...] about NHL postpones Sabres game against Blackhawks until Thursday
Thursday's Chicago Coverage
Chicago Blackhawks-Buffalo Sabres game rescheduled for snow (Chicago Tribune) Blackhawks-Sabres game postponed to Thursday due to weather in Buffalo (Chicago Sun Times) Blackhawks visit the Sabres after shootout victory (AP) Blackhawks-Sabres postponed to Thursday due to inclement weather in Buffalo (NBC Sports Chicago) Blog: Blackhawks, Sabres Matchup on Wednesday Night … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Chicago Coverage
Blackhawks vs. Sabres postponed to Thursday as heavy snow, travel ban hit Buffalo
'The matchup was rescheduled as Erie County, where Buffalo is located, is in a Lake Effect Snow Warning. The National Weather Service said heavy lake effect snow could result in up to 4 feet of snow accumulating in certain areas, with the lake band expected to move across Buffalo into the early evening. It is also expected to move back toward the Buffalo metro area Thursday … [Read more...] about Blackhawks vs. Sabres postponed to Thursday as heavy snow, travel ban hit Buffalo
NHL postpones Blackhawks-Sabres game in Buffalo because of snow-related travel restrictions
'The Blackhawks had made it to town, which is usually enough for the NHL to decide to go on with a game. But a lake effect storm was projected to dump 2 feet of snow on the region.' … [Read more...] about NHL postpones Blackhawks-Sabres game in Buffalo because of snow-related travel restrictions
Sabres-Blackhawks game postponed as severe weather continues in Buffalo
An NFL playoff game wasn't the only sporting event affected by the heavy snow in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres-Blackhawks game postponed as severe weather continues in Buffalo
Blackhawks vs. Sabres game postponed due to heavy snow, travel ban in Buffalo
'For now, puck drop between the Blackhawks and Sabres is still set for 7:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, but the league has already shown flexibility with start times in the event of heavy snow.' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks vs. Sabres game postponed due to heavy snow, travel ban in Buffalo
Sabres' matchup with Blackhawks on Wednesday postponed due to inclement winter weather
'Travel bans in a number of municipalities in Western New York, including South Buffalo where KeyBank Center resides, made it impossible for fans to get to the game safely.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ matchup with Blackhawks on Wednesday postponed due to inclement winter weather
Granato knows Sabres can't lose focus game-to-game
'"It did impact us the other day, because we did not have a practice day before San Jose," said Sabres head coach Don Granato during his appearance on the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on Wednesday. "The scary thing from the coaching side is when the players have a day off, it usually takes until about the third or fourth drill in practice, which is about 15-to-20 minutes in, before … [Read more...] about Granato knows Sabres can’t lose focus game-to-game
Buffalo Sabres postpone game against Chicago Blackhawks due to winter storm
'The decision was made after both Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz and Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown recommended the game should be moved due to a serious winter storm hitting Western New York.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres postpone game against Chicago Blackhawks due to winter storm
Sabres game vs. Blackhawks postponed to Thursday
'Amid winter weather advisories and localized travel bans, the team gathered for morning skate and secured hotel rooms near KeyBank Center for players to spend the afternoon before the scheduled 7:30 p.m. puck drop.' … [Read more...] about Sabres game vs. Blackhawks postponed to Thursday
Sabres game rescheduled due to weather
'The game has now been moved to Thursday, Jan. 18 at 7 p.m., just one day after the original scheduled time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres game rescheduled due to weather