'“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
The Sabres Report - Nov 4, 2023
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
Sabres recall Rousek from Amerks
'Rousek, 24, has six points (2+4) in eight games with Rochester this season. He played the first two games of his NHL career for the Sabres last season and tallied a goal and an assist.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Rousek from Amerks
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks’ Lukas Rousek called up to Sabres (WHEC-TV) Kulich taking next step forward in sophomore season (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 2, 2023
Observations: On a night without much juice, Luukkonen and Power provide spark for Sabres in win over Flyers
'The Sabres – who got back to .500 for the first time this season at 5-5 – broke an eight-game pattern of four wins followed by four losses. And they did it on a night they struggled to generate much offense as they were outshot by the Flyers, 40-15. In fact, they had only eight shots in the final 40 minutes but scored on three of their four shots in the third period.' … [Read more...] about Observations: On a night without much juice, Luukkonen and Power provide spark for Sabres in win over Flyers
Sabres, rest of hockey world ponder player safety after Adam Johnson's tragic death
'“I definitely wouldn’t be surprised,” Mittelstadt said when asked if more NHL players might consider wearing protection. “Obviously, I have the [cut-resistant protection] on my wrist and ankles now. I mean, I’ve never really considered (a neck guard), and then you see something like that, it definitely makes you start thinking about it. That’s tough. He’s had a similar … [Read more...] about Sabres, rest of hockey world ponder player safety after Adam Johnson’s tragic death
Thursday's Philadelphia Coverage
Flyers dominate Sabres but fall short in 5-2 loss (Philadelphia Inquirer) Flyers lose Hart and another close game in third, finish homestand 1-3-0 (NBC Sports Philadelphia) Hart exits Flyers-Sabres game in first period (NBC Sports Philadelphia) Sabres 3-Goal 3rd Sinks Flyers (WENJ-FM) Hart leaves Flyers game with mid-body injury (NHL.com) Postgame 5: Flyers Drop 5-2 … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Power gets tiebreaking goal early in third period as Sabres beat Flyers 5-2
'“It wasn’t definitely our best game, but you take the win as best you can,” Power said.' … [Read more...] about Power gets tiebreaking goal early in third period as Sabres beat Flyers 5-2
Making sense of the Buffalo Sabres' slow start: Can they get on track?
'The Skinner-Thompson-Tuch line has a 39.6 XGF% in 43:25 of ice time, scoring once at 5-on-5. Coach Don Granato recently separated them in an effort to create more balance. It has worked to a degree; Thompson, Cozens and Jordan Greenway have out-chanced opponents 20-10 at 5-on-5. Of the seven forward combinations that have played at least 20 minutes for the Sabres, theirs is … [Read more...] about Making sense of the Buffalo Sabres’ slow start: Can they get on track?
Sabres capitalize on chances in win over Flyers
'Fueled by a three-goal third period, the Buffalo Sabres took care of the Flyers in enemy territory on Wednesday night in a 5-2 victory at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.' … [Read more...] about Sabres capitalize on chances in win over Flyers