'The Sabres, meanwhile, continue to struggle on the young season. Buffalo has lost four straight, including seven of eight games overall, and it has been shutout in three of the last four.' … [Read more...] about Los Angeles 2, Buffalo 0
Archives for 2014
Quick blanks Sabres, set Kings' shutout record
'Buffalo's lone victory was a 4-3 decision over the Carolina Hurricanes on Oct. 14. Since then, the Sabres were shut out three times. They managed a goal in a 4-1 loss to the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night. They also are 0-for-27 on power plays, failing to score on three occasions against Los Angeles.' … [Read more...] about Quick blanks Sabres, set Kings’ shutout record
Sabres Fall in LA 2-0
'The Sabres certainly did not fold in the third period, as they put forth a strong effort with multiple shots on Jonathan Quick. Two mid-period power play opportunities put some pressure on LA, but Quick was equal to the task, including a fantastic pad stop on Tyler Myers as he ripped one from the slot. Not much action for the rest of the period however, as the Kings defense … [Read more...] about Sabres Fall in LA 2-0
Sabres' have effort, but still have trouble with goals
'The hustle has been good to see on back to back nights, but they're never going to win until they figure out the goal scoring.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ have effort, but still have trouble with goals
Kings blank Sabres; Quick sets team shutout record
'"We got enough guys in here that have played a lot of hockey games," forward Torrey Mitchell said. "We're just frustrated .Whether or not we're doing the right things and playing well … if we're not getting two points then we didn't do the right things."' … [Read more...] about Kings blank Sabres; Quick sets team shutout record
Sabres' scorers come up empty in L.A.
'“I think our intention’s there, our work ethic’s there. We’re not doing the smart things right now,” Nolan said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ scorers come up empty in L.A.
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks' Dan Catenacci takes to new role (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks assign MacKenzie to Elmira Jackals (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Thursday's Los Angeles Coverage
Sabres-Kings Preview (AP) Buffalo Sabres (1-6-0) at Los Angeles Kings (4-1-1) (The Sports Network) Sabres try to end offensive woes vs. Kings (NHL.com) Kings look to pounce on struggling Sabres (LAKings.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Los Angeles Coverage
Sabres find the net but wins remain elusive
'Corey Perry tripled the Sabres’ goal total all by himself. The Buffalo tormenter recorded a hat trick, including two goals in the final 2:43 to get the home crowd of 16,067 chanting his name. Perry has 10 goals in 11 games against the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres find the net but wins remain elusive
Myers stays focused on team goals
'He still hopes to be part of the turnaround, but the 24-year-old’s early resurgence has made him a popular man. The big names in hockey news, TSN’s Bob McKenzie and Darren Dreger, consistently link Myers to the Detroit Red Wings. They say if Buffalo lowers its asking price, which reportedly includes University of Michigan center Dylan Larkin, Myers could be on the move.' … [Read more...] about Myers stays focused on team goals
McDavid show gets rave reviews downtown
'He finished with a goal and three assists. The likely No. 1 pick in next summer’s NHL draft has been called a generational player. With a strong possibility of McDavid landing in Buffalo in the draft, fans came out to see the young superstar and he didn’t disappoint.' … [Read more...] about McDavid show gets rave reviews downtown
A slice of heaven in No. 97
'"I came out to see Connor McDavid, nothing else,'' said Todd Kopcinski, 37, of Buffalo who wore a Rochester Americans jersey because he's sworn off supporting the parent club until things improve. "The Sabres really need someone like him.''' … [Read more...] about A slice of heaven in No. 97
Phenom Connor McDavid dazzles Buffalo fans in Otters win
'The scintillating performance will only increase the fawning over the phenom.' … [Read more...] about Phenom Connor McDavid dazzles Buffalo fans in Otters win
McDavid, Otters shine on NHL stage
'That top line combined for three goals and seven assists, with DeBrincat scoring his league-best 12th and 13th goals of the season and Betz adding three assists. Kurtis MacDermid scored his first two goals of the season from defense.' … [Read more...] about McDavid, Otters shine on NHL stage
McDavid is clear No. 1 in 2015 NHL draft
'After watching him so far this season (eight goals, 17 assists and 25 points in his first nine games), OHL clubs wish he had moved on to the NHL this season, because it has been unfair to unleash a bigger, stronger and faster McDavid on this league.' … [Read more...] about McDavid is clear No. 1 in 2015 NHL draft