'Then, he was at Northeastern University, the goalie for a team that won the 70th edition of the Beanpot Tournament, held every February by four Boston schools -- Northeastern, Harvard, Boston College and Boston University. He was named MVP of the tournament.' … [Read more...] about Levi creates new memory at TD Garden with Sabres in NHL return
The Sabres Report - Dec 9, 2023
Samuelsson, Power stepped up in Dahlin's absence vs. Bruins
'Dahlin has averaged over 25 minutes of ice time per game and has logged heavy minutes on the Sabres’ top power-play unit. The group collectively came together to make up for loss, led by Samuelsson and Owen Power.' … [Read more...] about Samuelsson, Power stepped up in Dahlin’s absence vs. Bruins
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks tripped up by Checkers, drop second straight (Amerks.com) Checkers torch Amerks 6-1 behind Gerlini hat trick (CharlotteCheckers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Dec 8, 2023
Observations: Sabres' 'standard' shows in complete victory over first-place Bruins
'“For our confidence, that’s the standard now, the way we played tonight,” Samuelsson added. “It just shows we can beat – I don’t know if they’re the best team in the league but they’re up there.”' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres’ ‘standard’ shows in complete victory over first-place Bruins
Connor Clifton 'frustrated' by his play on Sabres' blue line ahead of return to Boston
'“Not great,” Clifton, who, at 28, is the second-oldest defenseman on the Sabres, said bluntly. “I’m pretty frustrated with my game, honestly. It’s been a while now, and, obviously, I haven’t found my game. Working on that every day and trying to get it back where I can impact this team in a positive way and start winning some games early.”' … [Read more...] about Connor Clifton ‘frustrated’ by his play on Sabres’ blue line ahead of return to Boston
Sabres fans get direct say about food at KeyBank Center
'“I think this is great that they care enough to put this on and get our opinions,” Surdej said. “I’m impressed that they are doing it.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans get direct say about food at KeyBank Center
Friday's Boston Coverage
Loss to Sabres stung, but Bruins have a bigger thing to worry about: Charlie McAvoy’s injury status (Boston Globe) With Jeremy Swayman ailing, Tuukka Rask dons the goalie gear at Bruins morning skate (Boston Globe) Bruins lose Charlie McAvoy in lifeless 3-1 loss to Buffalo (Boston Herald) Bruins notebook: Derek Forbort out, rookie Mason Lohrei in (Boston Herald) 3 Takeaways … [Read more...] about Friday’s Boston Coverage
Sabres snap 4-game skid with a 3-1 win over Atlantic Division-leading Bruins
'Devon Levi made 30 saves for Buffalo, which beat the Atlantic Division-leading Bruins for the first time in nearly a calendar year. The Bruins had won three straight against Buffalo. The Sabres last beat Boston on Dec. 31, 2022.' … [Read more...] about Sabres snap 4-game skid with a 3-1 win over Atlantic Division-leading Bruins
Sabres pull off big upset in Boston
'In danger of spiraling further and further down the standings, the Buffalo Sabres shocked one of the league's best, the Boston Bruins, inside TD Garden on Thursday night to the tune of a 3-1 final.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pull off big upset in Boston
Opinion: The Sabres had a good start, a good middle and a good ending to win in Boston
'I think what’s more impressive is three of their best players, Rasmus Dahlin, Alex Tuch and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen didn’t play due to injuries and illness.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Sabres had a good start, a good middle and a good ending to win in Boston
Levi makes 29 saves in return, Sabres defeat Bruins to end 4-game skid
'“I just cleaned up my game a little bit,” Levi said. “I felt like the chaos in the AHL really forced me to kind of get over top of pucks and start really tracking, and I think that just working on those two fundamentals are big for my game.”' … [Read more...] about Levi makes 29 saves in return, Sabres defeat Bruins to end 4-game skid
'It was special' | Levi makes 29 saves in Sabres' statement win over Bruins
'“I just looked up when I was out there, just looked at the banner that we put up there last year. You know, it was so special that day winning the Beanpot in this rink,” Levi said. “So, it felt like home, and it was great to come back here tonight.”' … [Read more...] about ‘It was special’ | Levi makes 29 saves in Sabres’ statement win over Bruins
The Sabres Report - Dec 7, 2023
Mike Harrington: It's time for Sabres to show some backbone in disgraceful 'rivalry' with Bruins
'Here’s a scenario for you: If the Sabres lose this game in regulation and Ottawa and Columbus win their games on Thursday, Buffalo would fall into last place in the Eastern Conference.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s time for Sabres to show some backbone in disgraceful ‘rivalry’ with Bruins
Sabres Notebook: Forward Eric Robinson acquired in deal from Columbus
'Robinson is on the back half of a two-year contract that has a cap hit of $1.6 million. He will be an unrestricted free agent after the season. The Sabres made room for him on the roster by sending Brandon Biro back to Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Forward Eric Robinson acquired in deal from Columbus
Sabres acquire Eric Robinson in trade with Blue Jackets
'Having lost four straight games and five of their last six, the reeling Sabres needed to make a move, and while the 6-foot-2, 201-pound Robinson is hardly a star, he can certainly help.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Eric Robinson in trade with Blue Jackets