Archives for December 28, 2015

'Indeed, the Sabres head into Monday’s home game against Washington as one of the NHL’s best third-period teams. They’ve scored 40 of their 84 goals during the final 20 minutes, tied with the Capitals for second most behind Dallas (50). The Sabres have trailed after two periods in 20 of their 35 games, and they’ve come back to get points in six of them.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have never-quit mentality

'“Robin was on the ice this morning again taking shots,” Bylsma said in First Niagara Center. “He was working on some post play and some of that pushing off and loading up on the post. We are looking at starting a schedule for him to return to practice and possibly down the road return to play.”' … [Read more...] about Goalie Lehner close to practicing

'Evander Kane, a Buffalo Sabres left winger, is the subject of a sex offense investigation by Buffalo police for an incident that allegedly occurred Sunday morning in a downtown hotel room near First Niagara Center, three police sources have told The Buffalo News.' … [Read more...] about Sources: Evander Kane is subject of sex offense investigation

'“You saw him start to play with a lot more energy and a lot more excitement, and maybe he’ll leave some of that burden behind about needing and having to score,” Bylsma said Sunday after the Sabres prepared for tonight’s home game against the Washington Capitals inside the First Niagara Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Jack Eichel learning NHL game

'The Sabres released the following statement: “We take the allegation made today against Evander Kane very seriously. We are gathering facts and have been in touch with the NHL and Evander’s representatives. Until we have more information we will not have any additional comment.”' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres’ Evander Kane subject of sex offense investigation

Capitals-Sabres Preview (AP) Capitals expect Ovechkin, Carlson to play vs. Sabres (NHL.com) Caps play a pair against Sabres (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Washington Coverage

'Interestingly, a law enforcement source told The News that Kane is represented by Paul J. Cambria, the lawyer who served as Patrick Kane’s representative during an investigation into sexual assault allegations against the Blackhawks star for an alleged incident in nearby Hamburg on Aug. 3. The NHL's leading scorer wasn't charged.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kane the subject of sex offence probe

'The NHL also added a statement, telling USA TODAY Sports, "We are aware of and are monitoring the investigation involving Buffalo Sabres forward Evander Kane. We have no further comment at this time."' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres’ Evander Kane subject of sex offense investigation

'The 24-year-old Kane had a goal Saturday night in the Sabres' 6-3 victory in Boston. He has eight goals and five assists in 25 games this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres: Evander Kane subject of sex offense investigation

'Kane, who currently has not been charged with a crime, was not at Buffalo's practice on Sunday for a reported personal reason.' … [Read more...] about Sabres aware of Kane investigation

'The sources, both inside and outside the Buffalo Police rank, say a 20 year old female is making the claim and that the alleged incident took place in the early hours of Sunday at Harborcenter.' … [Read more...] about Multiple Sources: Evander Kane Accused in Alleged Sexual Assault

'The allegation centers around the Buffalo Marriott Hotel at HARBORCENTER. A police source says the incident allegedly occurred early Sunday morning.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Evander Kane subject of sex assault investigation

'Buffalo Police Department spokesman Mike DeGeorge and Erie County District Attorney Frank Sedita both declined comment on the investigation.' … [Read more...] about Sources: Evander Kane subject of sex offense investigation

'The sources tell WBEN a room at the downtown location is being examined as well as a vehicle and that no charges have been filed.' … [Read more...] about Multiple Sources: Evander Kane Accused in Alleged Sexual Assault

'"I even go back mentally and in my notes to preseason, when we've gotten down by two goals in games and we don't seem to panic or sink our shoulders down," Bylsma said. "We even have maybe more resolve to keep on playing, keep on fighting, keep on going.' … [Read more...] about Sabres displaying ”never quit” attitude in comeback wins