Archives for March 2016

'After the Sabres took a 1-0 lead early in the first period, the Leafs get one goal in the second to tie the game, and three in third period to put the Sabres away, 4-1.' … [Read more...] about Gamenight: Leafs crush Sabres 4-1

'"We gotta find a way to grind things out when we're not feeling our best. We didn't look like a team that had much energy, but we have to find a way to play under those circumstances."' … [Read more...] about Sabres-Leafs: From the locker room

'"We couldn't really create anything," Gionta said. "We weren't very good with our execution. We didn't complete many passes and we turned the puck over too often. They are a team that thrives on the rush, using their transition and speed. They have a lot of speed and defensemen that join the rush. We didn't look like a team that had much energy."' … [Read more...] about Nylander, Maple Leafs handle Sabres

'"Last game wasn't good either," forward Marcus Foligno said. "We knew our last game against them was crap and it was the same thing tonight. It wasn't there, it wasn't a full 60, it seemed like when we started getting frustrated we played a little bit better but they capitalized on their chances because they had more."' … [Read more...] about Sabres disappointed with effort after loss to Maple Leafs

'Catenacci (5’9”, 191 lbs., 3/9/1993), who joins the Sabres for his third recall of the season, has appeared in 10 games for the team this season. Since becoming Buffalo's third-round pick (77th overall) in the 2011 NHL Draft, the native of Richmond Hill, Ontario has totaled 72 points (35+37) and 127 penalty minutes in 188 career AHL games, including 20 points (9+11) in 42 … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Catenacci from Rochester

'Ruhwedel was recalled on Friday prior to Buffalo's game against the Ottawa Senators because Carlo Colaiacovo was ruled out due to a lower-body injury. Ruhwedel logged 15:30 of ice time, recorded one shot on goal, three hits and two blocked shots in the Sabres' 3-1 win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Ruhwedel to Rochester

Amerks lose 5-3 to Binghamton (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Varone, Binghamton Senators rally past Rochester (Binghamton Press and Sun Bulletin) Amerks drop 5-3 decision to Binghamton (Amerks.com) B-Sens Outlast Amerks in 5-3 Win (BinghamtonSenators.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage

Maple Leafs-Buffalo Sabres: Saturday game preview (Toronto Star) Sabres-Maple Leafs Preview (AP) Sabres might start Johnson against Maple Leafs (NHL.com) Game Journal: Game 71 - Sabres vs. Maple Leafs (MapleLeafs.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Toronto Coverage

'Johnson won his fifth straight decision to improve his record to 17-14-3. The 17 wins equal the most by a Buffalo goalie over the last four years (Ryan Miller won 17 in the 2013 lockout season), and also equal Johnson’s career high set two years ago with Boston.' … [Read more...] about Johnson stands tall in goal as Sabres top Senators

'“Anything you do, it’s a lot more fun when you can do it with a teammate,” Reinhart said. “It’s exciting to come in and be young and produce right away, but I think it says a lot about the support I’ve had. I’ve been able to play with some pretty good players.”' … [Read more...] about Reinhart, Eichel hit the 20-goal mark

'Reinhart became the fourth NHL rookie with 20 goals this year, a group that also includes Chicago's Artemi Panarin (25), Eichel (22) and Detroit's Dylan Larkin (20).' … [Read more...] about Quick Hits: Sabres 3, Senators 1

'“It’s hard to score,” Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. “You get to the 20-goal mark and you have an accomplishment to get that many goals. Jack and Sam get there, it’s a nice number for both of them and a bright, bright future for the team with the two young players getting 20 goals apiece.”' … [Read more...] about Sam Reinhart hits 20-goal mark in Sabres’ win over Senators

'Very quietly, Johnson, an unrestricted free agent following the season, has enjoyed a strong campaign, performing like a No. 1 goalie most of the year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Chad Johnson temporary starter again

'"Hockey personnel changes so often. Each year, there are always guys who leave and others arrive, he says. I'll give everything every game and hope that good things happen to me. If I can not get along with Buffalo, well ... I had the chance to face 29 other teams since joining the league. I hope the word goes."' … [Read more...] about What will it Deslauriers?

'“I haven’t seen [the replay] but he got him in the head," Bylsma said. "I’m only disappointed they called a two-minute, not more.”' … [Read more...] about Dan Bylsma: Dion Phaneuf deserved major for Sam Reinhart hit