Archives for February 2016

'“We played well but not good enough,” center Jack Eichel said after Saturday’s game in Staples Center. “We weren’t opportunistic at the times we needed to be. You come away from three games only scoring two goals and an empty netter. Not enough. Puck possession needs to get better. We threw too many pucks away.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ struggles are getting to Eichel

'McGinn has made the most of his top-six role with the Sabres, recording 14 goals and 27 points. He’d likely be a secondary player on a contender, and they’d love his willingness to get in front and work along the boards.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ McGinn one of few big UFA names remaining as NHL teams get active

'In his first season here, the versatile McGinn, 27, has morphed into one of the Sabres’ top assets, compiling 14 goals and 27 points in 63 games. The afterthought in the blockbuster Ryan O’Reilly trade with the Colorado Avalanche has consistently showcased a nose for the net and an ability to play on any line on either side.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jamie McGinn could be coveted before trade deadline

'Buffalo will have another option: To use McGinn as part of a package deal in a bigger trade. If there is interest in a non-UFA player like Zemgus Girgensons, Mark Pysyk or Marcus Foligno, a rental like McGinn to a contender could sweeten the pot the same way Drew Stafford did in the Evander Kane trade.' … [Read more...] about Is Jamie McGinn’s stock falling with recent trades?

'In two games against the Sabres this season, Enroth went 1-0-1 with an 0.97 goals-against average and .962 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres endure second shutout loss of Western trip

'Longtime Amerks Phil Varone and Jerome Leduc, along with 2015 free-agent signee Jason Akeson, have been dealt to Ottawa in exchange for forwards Cole Schneider, Alex Guptill and Eric O’Dell and defenseman Michael Sdao.' … [Read more...] about Varone among three dealt to Senators

'The Sabres had their best chance to tie with about 10 1/2 minutes left as Enroth stopped Sam Reinhart and Evander Kane in short order. Kane was thrusting his arms in the air to celebrate an apparent tying goal but his shot hit a prone Enroth in the chest and trickled wide of the goal.' … [Read more...] about Quick Hits: Kings 2, Sabres 0

'While the deal doesn’t change the current makeup of the Sabres, general manager Tim Murray tried to address some needs on the farm before the trade deadline hits Monday at 3 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make 7-player AHL trade with Senators

Rob Scuderi helps Kings take down the Sabres, 2-0, in his first game back with L.A. (Los Angeles Times) Game report: LA Kings 2, Buffalo Sabres 0 (Torrance Daily Breeze) Pearson pots a pair, Enroth perfect in Kings' win over Buffalo (LAKings.com) Photo gallery (LAKings.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Los Angeles Coverage

Senators acquire Orléans native Akeson in minor-league deal with Sabres (Ottawa Citizen) Ottawa Senators acquire Orleans native Jason Akeson in deal with Buffalo Sabres (Ottawa Sun) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Ottawa Coverage

'"There's no question that we're not going to win with zero on the board. That's for sure," coach Dan Bylsma said. "I don't think we took full advantage of our opportunities tonight. We had three power plays, and you have to cash in on one of those, at least."' … [Read more...] about Pearson scores twice, Enroth solid and Kings beat Sabres 2-0

'Schneider had 17 goals and 42 points in 54 games with Binghamton of the AHL with this season. O'Dell had 18 goals and 37 points in 50 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Sens swap 7 players in minor league trade

'"It just boils down to execution," Sabres left winger Evander Kane said. "When we do get it set up, we're a pretty good team on the power play. Our battle level needs to increase a little bit on the power play, especially getting the puck back and getting it set up. Once we do that, we're fine."' … [Read more...] about Kings’ Pearson scores twice, Enroth blanks Sabres

'Robin Lehner made 33 saves in a losing effort.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Close Out California Trip With 2-0 Loss in LA

'"[O'Reilly] is one piece to the puzzle. Obviously he's a really big piece to our team. I think everyone realizes that, but it's part of the game. You're going to go through adversity as a team without your best player and you need to get past it, and other guys need to step up, like myself. I didn't do that on this trip and that's why we only won one game."' … [Read more...] about Sabres-Kings: From the Locker Room