Archives for October 12, 2014

'Though it might seem hard to believe, Kane is at the start of his eighth NHL season. Still, he’s only 25 years old and with plenty of hockey ahead.' … [Read more...] about Kane takes a walk of fame

'The Sabres were outshot for the game, 47-23, but the margin was 19-4 in the third period as goaltender Jhonas Enroth had little help.' … [Read more...] about Breakdowns strike Sabres again

Patrick Sharp leads power play charge for Blackhawks (Chicago Tribune) 'Captain Serious' taking a (bit) lighter approach (Chicago Tribune) Saturday's recap: Blackhawks 6, Sabres 2 (Chicago Tribune) Blackhawks score four in third, beat Sabres in home opener (Chicago Sun Times) Kyle Cumiskey makes no waves over scratch situation (Chicago Sun Times) Patrick Kane sees Sabres … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Chicago Coverage

'"In the third period, their star players turned it up a notch and we didn't," Sabres coach Ted Nolan said.' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks beat Sabres 6-2 with big third period

'"The speed that the came at us with right away and then we settled in," said Ennis. "We're a good team when we play aggressive."' … [Read more...] about Chicago 6, Buffalo 2

'The Sabres dropped their sixth consecutive game against the Blackhawks. Buffalo has not beaten Chicago since Dec. 11, 2009.' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks score four in final period to defeat Sabres

'The third showcased one of the best offensive teams in the league as the Blackhawks dominated from start to finish, netting four goals in the stanza. The first one coming from Patrick Kane, who knifed his way around a few Sabre defenders to beat Jhonas Enroth. Shortly thereafter it was Marian Hossa, who had been on the doorstep threatening the entire game, netting one. And … [Read more...] about Sabres Fall to Chicago 6-2

'There were times in this game where the Sabres played one of the best teams in the NHL very well on the road, but the Hawks are just too good and too skilled for the Sabres at this point, especially on the road.' … [Read more...] about Sabres had a slow start, but recovered

'Kane has five goals and four assists in nine games against his hometown Sabres (0-2-0), who've dropped six straight games against the Blackhawks dating back to the 2009-10 season.' … [Read more...] about Strong third period helps Blackhawks get past Sabres

'“We were just out of sync,” Sabres forward Tyler Ennis, who scored one of Buffalo’s goals, said. “We couldn’t get in the zone, we were sloppy. Their kill was good but I think our entries were the problem. We couldn’t get in and [it's] not good enough.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to spoil Blackhawks’ home opener

Rochester Amerks stumble against Hamilton (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Hamilton Bulldogs rally to beat Rochester Amerks 6-4 in season opener (Hamilton Spectator) Aliu scores twice in 5-4 loss to Bulldogs (Amerks.com) Bulldogs overpower Amerks 6-4 in season opener (HamiltonBulldogs.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage