Archives for March 30, 2016

'Nelson recorded two more assists Tuesday during a 5-4 shootout loss to the Penguins, giving him four points in three appearances. The 23-year-old defenseman has reached the scoresheet in every game since leaving Minnesota State after his junior year.' … [Read more...] about Penguins beat Sabres in shootout

'“Cancer is to be respected, but not feared,” Jeanneret said. “You’ve got to know going into it that it’s not fun, it’s not easy and not everybody makes it. But I had a good feeling and the doctors gave me a good chance.”' … [Read more...] about RJ will be on lead ‘Relay for Life’ lap

'Sabres goaltender Chad Johnson faced 46 shots, including 43 in regulation. Penguins goalie Matt Murray, making his just eighth NHL appearance, faced 30 shots. Murray stopped Eichel on a breakaway with 28.1 seconds left in overtime. After the two breakaway misses, Eichel sat dejectedly at his locker for a long time following the game.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Penguins 5, Sabres 4 (SO)

'“I thought we were feeling good, then we took our foot off the pedal,” defenseman Zach Bogosian said following the Sabres’ 5-4 shootout loss.' … [Read more...] about Sabres blow early lead, lose shootout to Penguins

'Two years ago, McCabe, 22, left the University of Wisconsin following his junior year. McCabe loved college and wanted to stay with the Badgers. Still, as a former second-round pick ready for pro hockey, he knew he needed to join the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Jake McCabe knows late-season experience valuable

Penguins battle back to beat Buffalo, 5-4 (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Depth helps Penguins find a way to win (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Goalie Matt Murray tries to build a book on shooters (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins prevail over Sabres in shootout (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Bylsma sees similar scenario from 2009 (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Penguins overcome first … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Pittsburgh Coverage

'“Cambria County and Johnstown is very proud of him and we just wanted to show support as the first player from the Tomahawks to make it to the NHL,” Chernisky said. “It’s special for the whole community and our region to know that you can make it to the NHL and he’s a great example of that.”' … [Read more...] about Former Tomahawks defenseman Nelson adjusts to life in NHL

'"We got some fortunate bounces, but we started with some good jump and a few things went our way," O'Reilly said. "But you have to bring that consistency all night long and we didn't."' … [Read more...] about Penguins rally, top Sabres 5-4 in shootout

'"We had a good first period, but we got away from what we were doing good in the second period and they made us pay," Sabres defenseman Jake McCabe said. "They're a good team and they're in the playoff hunt, they want to get points and move up the standings."' … [Read more...] about Letang carries Penguins to shootout win over Sabres

'Buffalo scored twice with the man advantage, but also gave up two shorthanded tallies on the same penalty.' … [Read more...] about Penguins Prevail Over Sabres 5-4 in Shootout

'"[My goal] was a lucky goal, I think I'm more frustrated about the shootout. I haven't scored one this year. Look at all the shootout games we've had and we've lost. That's a major reason why we aren't in the playoff picture."' … [Read more...] about Sabres-Penguins: From the Locker Room

'"I liked the way our team came back in the third period," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "We regrouped, were down in the game and had to fight back and claw back."' … [Read more...] about Letang, Penguins defeat Sabres in shootout

'O'Reilly and Jack Eichel both missed their shots while Kris Letang and Phil Kessel each scored to clinch a 5-4 win for the Penguins, handing the Sabres their seventh loss in nine shootouts this season. Eichel had also been stopped by Pittsburgh goalie Matt Murray with 28.1 seconds remaining in overtime.' … [Read more...] about Up-and-down game ends with shootout loss in Pittsburgh

Amerks’ playoffs hopes dim with another loss (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Bancks' game-winner gives Comets win (Utica Observer Dispatch) Amerks can't hold off Comets in Utica (Amerks.com) Cunneyworth sets franchise coaching wins record but Amerks lose ground in playoff chase (Sabres.com) Comets storm back for crucial win (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage