'"Obviously, we did not like the loss. Didn't like the shift of mentality from how attacking and aggressive and the shooting mentality we had in that first period, and just didn't play with that same amount of urgency the rest of the game, which was disappointing, the game that we felt we had and control. But all you can do is you go back in the attack some areas of weakness … [Read more...] about Appert: Sabres looking to refine defensive mindset
The Sabres Report - Jan 15, 2025
Sabres fight adversity with strategy and discipline, says coach Ruff
'“It's going about it the right way and making sure that you're trying to just play the game the right way," Sabres forward Jason Zucker said. "If you focus on just winning, you're typically focusing on the wrong things and you're not gonna get those wins.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fight adversity with strategy and discipline, says coach Ruff
Zucker drawing rave reviews during 1st season with Sabres
'“He just plays a really direct style of game,” Thompson said of Zucker. “For us, it’s good just to simplify things. I think when you do that, it gets the rest of the team playing the game the right way. And from there, you get some more offense, create some more looks after you wear the other team down.”' … [Read more...] about Zucker drawing rave reviews during 1st season with Sabres
Practice Report | PP1 getting it done
'“I just think chemistry as a unit,” Quinn said. “Just have to learn the players’ tendencies, what they like to do and where they’re going to be. So the more chemistry, the more you can think ahead for plays.”' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | PP1 getting it done
The Sabres Report - Jan 14, 2025
Sabres' deficit grew during another painful, sobering weekend. Why believe they can rally?
'“We can’t control what happens outside of this locker room,” Alex Tuch told The Buffalo News. “We have to come in and work. We have to bear down in certain situations and stick with it for a full 60. If it were easy, then everyone would be able to do it. … The difference in skill between these teams isn’t vast. You see that every night. Even if someone has 150 points like … [Read more...] about Sabres’ deficit grew during another painful, sobering weekend. Why believe they can rally?
Sabres notebook: Mattias Samuelsson returns to practice after missing 2 games with illness
'It’s been a disappointing season for Samuelsson. He was a healthy scratch for three consecutive games in November, then he missed 12 games with a lower-body injury. His play improved in some areas when he returned to the lineup, and he began to prove to Ruff that he can be more than a third-pair defenseman in the lineup.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Mattias Samuelsson returns to practice after missing 2 games with illness
Rasmus Dahlin growing into new role as Sabres captain, on offensive tear
'Dahlin, 24, takes losing hard, and the Sabres have dropped 27 of their 43 games this season (16-22-5). They began Monday’s schedule last in the Eastern Conference and nine points out of the final wild card spot.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin growing into new role as Sabres captain, on offensive tear
Dennis Gilbert has earned respect of his teammates in Buffalo
'“He’s unbelievable, he’s a guy that every team wants. He brings it all every day and he’s a team first guy and he absolutely loves Buffalo, he loves being here, he loves the boys and we’re really lucky to have him."' … [Read more...] about Dennis Gilbert has earned respect of his teammates in Buffalo
Practice Report | Samuelsson returns to the ice
'Defenseman Mattias Samuelsson, who missed the last two games due to illness, returned as a full participant. “There’s no reason he can’t be a possibility (for Wednesday’s game), I don’t think,” said Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. “He’s been on the ice a couple times, was in yesterday.”' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Samuelsson returns to the ice
The Sabres Report - Jan 13, 2025
Mike Harrington: A mentally soft team with no answers is all that's in Sabres' dressing room
'Only because his football team had a playoff game here Sunday did the owner grace us with his presence at KeyBank Center on Saturday. At least it was a well-timed appearance: He got the full effect of the sinking SS Sabre, circa 2025.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: A mentally soft team with no answers is all that’s in Sabres’ dressing room
The Sabres Report - Jan 12, 2025
Sabres' leadership void on display during an 'embarrassing' 6-2 loss to Kraken
'The owner’s series of bad decisions is largely responsible for the Sabres’ playoff drought approaching 14 years, and the general manager built a roster that is last in the Eastern Conference with a 16-22-5 record, but the lack of leadership shown on the ice falls on the players.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ leadership void on display during an ’embarrassing’ 6-2 loss to Kraken
Inside the NHL: As Sabres try to climb, a look around the East at halfway mark
'Beware of those: Buffalo is just 7-15-2 against the East this season – the worst record in the conference against its own.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: As Sabres try to climb, a look around the East at halfway mark
Sabres blow another lead, implode late in loss to Kraken: ‘Hard one to explain’
'They’re fragile mentally, and at the first sign of adversity they often crumble.' … [Read more...] about Sabres blow another lead, implode late in loss to Kraken: ‘Hard one to explain’
Sunday's Seattle Coverage
Kaapo Kakko leads third-period flurry in Kraken comeback win over Sabres (Seattle Times) Never Two Much in Buffalo (SeattleKraken.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Seattle Coverage
Kaapo Kakko scores twice in 3rd period in the Kraken’s 6-2 victory over the Sabres
'Sabres: Fans booed and bellowed for general manager Kevyn Adams to be fired and owner Terry Pegula to sell the team after the season’s 15th blown lead in a loss.' … [Read more...] about Kaapo Kakko scores twice in 3rd period in the Kraken’s 6-2 victory over the Sabres