'“It’s fun and it’s awesome to be back in there,” he said. “But, yeah, it’s kind of second nature, especially in my position, I’ve done that in the past. So I feel like I’ve adapted to that and I’m able to do that now, and so it’s a big part of my game.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Jacob Bryson made most of time as scratch; Connor Clifton must ‘elevate his play’
The Sabres Report - Nov 6, 2024
Wednesday's Ottawa Coverage
Takeaways: Ottawa Senators take step back with 5-1 loss in Buffalo (Ottawa Sun) Senators fall to Sabres on the road (OttawaSenators.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Ottawa Coverage
Peterka, Byram each score 2, and Sabres snap 3-game skid with 5-1 win over Senators
'Byram scored twice, JJ Peterka had two goals and an assist and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 37 saves.' … [Read more...] about Peterka, Byram each score 2, and Sabres snap 3-game skid with 5-1 win over Senators
Byram scores twice, Sabres defeat Ottawa
'Bowen Byram scored twice and the Buffalo Sabres used a pair of power play goals to defeat the Ottawa Senators 5-1 on Tuesday night at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Byram scores twice, Sabres defeat Ottawa
Opinion: Buffalo played a physical, fast game and beat the Senators
'The teams were physical, fast, there were goals, there were big saves and it was just a fun hockey game to watch.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Buffalo played a physical, fast game and beat the Senators
Sabres take control of Senators to stop slide
'Ryan McLeod assisted on both of Byram’s goals and captain Rasmus Dahlin became the third Sabres defenseman to tally 300 career points with a secondary assist on the first one that gave Buffalo a 2-1 lead 17 seconds into the second period. Byram scored again 21 seconds into the third, squirting a point shot past former Sabres goaltender Linus Ullmark.' … [Read more...] about Sabres take control of Senators to stop slide
Peterka has 3 points, Sabres snap 3-game slide with win against Senators
'“I think just overall, whole team, I think every line today was just going,” Peterka said. “I think every line brought a lot of energy. Just great to see after the last three losses that we respond like that.”' … [Read more...] about Peterka has 3 points, Sabres snap 3-game slide with win against Senators
'No one's going to back down' | Sabres set tone early in win over Senators
'“We were emotionally involved in the game tonight right from the start,” coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about ‘No one’s going to back down’ | Sabres set tone early in win over Senators
The Sabres Report - Nov 5, 2024
How the Sabres are trying to rally from 3-game skid: 'OK hockey isn't good enough'
'“Not accepting that’s good enough,” Ruff said, describing how he is pushing his team to play its best for an entire game. “Not accepting that we’ve done a lot of good things. We’ve got to win games. That’s the key. Raise the standard, raise the expectation. We talked again about the standard, about playing quicker, about don’t accept what went on in Detroit as OK. OK hockey is … [Read more...] about How the Sabres are trying to rally from 3-game skid: ‘OK hockey isn’t good enough’
Buffalo Sabres’ franchise value reaches more than $1 billion
'The value of the team is estimated to be $1.13 billion – a number that’s doubled over the past three years, according to sports business website Sportico. The team’s value continues to climb along with the National Hockey League as a whole, but the Sabres remain close to the bottom of the league in franchise rankings.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres’ franchise value reaches more than $1 billion
As Sabres struggle, Lindy Ruff wants to raise standard: ‘OK … not good enough’
'“We got to win games,” Ruff said. “… Raise the standard, raise the expectation. I’m not going to stand here and talk about (it). We did good things, but finish the good things, finish some of those great opportunities, put it in the back of the net.”' … [Read more...] about As Sabres struggle, Lindy Ruff wants to raise standard: ‘OK … not good enough’
Sabres’ Zach Benson a ‘possibility’ to return from injury against Senators
'Benson, 19, practiced Monday at left wing alongside center Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn, his first full session since leaving the lineup Oct. 22. He also skated on the second power-play unit.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Benson a ‘possibility’ to return from injury against Senators
Tuesday's Ottawa Coverage
Gameday: Zub out, can Gaudette keep scoring? Ottawa Senators vs. Buffalo Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Sabres bring losing streak into home matchup with the Senators (AP) Preview: Senators at Sabres, November 5, 2024 (OttawaSenators.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Ottawa Coverage
Ruff: 'OK hockey is not good enough'
'"We have an obligation as the staff to make sure we have them ready. From our strength department to the coaches that put them through, what should be, game-like drills after practice. Some days high intensity, some days a lot of stop-and-start, some days physicality. Just trying to replicate what you would see in a game," said Ruff following Monday's practice.' … [Read more...] about Ruff: ‘OK hockey is not good enough’
Practice Report | News and notes from Monday's skate
'Zach Benson practiced with the Buffalo Sabres on Monday and could be in the lineup for their home game against the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night, coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | News and notes from Monday’s skate