'Tage Thompson and Dylan Cozens scored in the first period for Buffalo, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 28 saves. But the Jets responded quickly to each goal, and snapped a four-game skid when Adam Lowry knocked a rebound past Luukkonen at 3:59 into overtime.' … [Read more...] about Sabres skid continues with OT loss
The Sabres Report - Dec 6, 2024
Jets end 4-game losing streak, defeat Sabres in OT
'Tage Thompson and Dylan Cozens scored for the Sabres (11-12-3), who have lost five straight (0-3-2). Luukkonen made 28 saves.' … [Read more...] about Jets end 4-game losing streak, defeat Sabres in OT
Goalie interference reviews loom large as Sabres fall to Jets in overtime
'“It’s a quick game, it’s hard for the refs to make the right calls always, but I have no chance to make a save on that play,” Luukkonen said. “If your toes are out of the crease now, it’s kind of, you know, a free for all – you can get hit and they can do whatever they want."' … [Read more...] about Goalie interference reviews loom large as Sabres fall to Jets in overtime
The Sabres Report - Dec 5, 2024
Mike Harrington: Tuesday was a disaster for the Sabres. It feels like a tipping point.
'Sometimes you hit those moments that feel earth-shaking to a season, and sometimes an entire organization. July 1, 2007, was one for the Sabres as Daniel Briere and Chris Drury went out the free-agency door, never to return. The night in 2014 when they traded Ryan Miller was another. There’s losing Connor McDavid in the lottery or the seminal pressers from Ryan O’Reilly and … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Tuesday was a disaster for the Sabres. It feels like a tipping point.
Sabres' Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch not joining Rasmus Dahlin, UPL at 4 Nations Face-Off
'Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, their starting goalie, was selected to play for Finland. A few of the Sabres' candidates didn't make their respective teams, though. Team USA didn't pick Tage Thompson or Alex Tuch, and Henri Jokiharju was expected to join Luukkonen on Finland's roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch not joining Rasmus Dahlin, UPL at 4 Nations Face-Off
Anatomy of a collapse: How the Sabres squandered a 4-0 lead and lost to Avs
'How did the Sabres allow the Avalanche (14-12) to roar back? Here's a timeline of the collapse, along with an analysis on how it went sideways so quickly...'. … [Read more...] about Anatomy of a collapse: How the Sabres squandered a 4-0 lead and lost to Avs
As Sabres struggle, anything, including trades, could be on table to improve
'The Sabres have dropped four straight games (0-3-1) and just suffered a loss so humiliating it feels like it could spark some change. They must figure things out in a hurry.' … [Read more...] about As Sabres struggle, anything, including trades, could be on table to improve
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, UPL named to 4 Nations tournament rosters
'Sabres center Tage Thompson (USA), winger Alex Tuch (USA) and defenseman Henri Jokiharju (Finland), all of whom were believed to be in the mix to represent their respective countries, did not earn roster spots.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, UPL named to 4 Nations tournament rosters
Thursday's Winnipeg Coverage
Sabres take on the Jets following Thompson’s 2-goal showing (AP) Gameday: Jets at Sabres (WinnipegJets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Dahlin, Luukkonen to play in 4 Nations Face-Off
'Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin was selected to represent Team Sweden at the in-season tournament this February, while Team Finland has selected goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to be part of their three-goalie group.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin, Luukkonen to play in 4 Nations Face-Off
Sabres D Rasmus Dahlin, G Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will play in 4 Nations Face-Off
'Dahlin, a native of Lidkoping, Sweden, has previously participated in the 2018 Olympics, two of three IIHF World Championships, and twice in the World Juniors. Luukkonen, from Espoo, Finland, was a tournament All-Star in helping the Finnish team win gold medals at the 2019 World Juniors and U18 World Championships in 2016.' … [Read more...] about Sabres D Rasmus Dahlin, G Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will play in 4 Nations Face-Off
Dahlin, Luukkonen to compete in 4 Nations Face-Off
'Rasmus Dahlin and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will represent their countries at the NHL 4 Nations Face-Off, an international tournament featuring teams from Canada, Finland, Sweden, and the United States that will be held in Boston and Montreal from Feb. 12 to 20.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin, Luukkonen to compete in 4 Nations Face-Off
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks survive late push from Comets for third straight win (Amerks.com) Comets win streak snapped on the road (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Dec 4, 2024
Panic-stricken Sabres crumble as Avs roar back: Takeaways from 5-4 loss
'The latest collapse sent the Sabres (11-12-2) to their fourth loss in a row and spoiled the beginning of a five-game homestand that continues Thursday night. Ruff was re-hired as coach in April to bring structure and accountability to a young roster that should have enough NHL experience to snap a 13-year playoff drought, yet some of the bad habits that plagued Buffalo under … [Read more...] about Panic-stricken Sabres crumble as Avs roar back: Takeaways from 5-4 loss
Mike Harrington: Casey Mittelstadt's new chapter in Colorado is a work in progress
'“It was a little hectic,” he said. “But I think I probably had a sense that something was coming at some point. Did I expect it to be right then and there? No, but that’s kind of how it happens. And I think it worked out for both sides. I loved my time in Buffalo, and it was probably a good time in my career for a new chapter as well.”' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Casey Mittelstadt’s new chapter in Colorado is a work in progress