'The Leafs scored seven unanswered goals to rout the home team in a half-empty arena.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Maple Leafs 8, Sabres 1
Archives for October 1, 2016
Sabres putting performance to forget out of their minds
'The Sabres were in a 4-1 hole after one period and 7-1 deficit after two. It’s just preseason, but it was in stark contrast to Buffalo’s first three exhibitions. The team had limited opponents’ quality chances, but the Maple Leafs had to feel like they won the lottery with the majority of their 40 shots on goaltenders Jason Kasdorf and John Muse.' … [Read more...] about Sabres putting performance to forget out of their minds
Mogilny’s story one of determination, skill
'Mogliny and LaFontaine etched their names in Sabres lore during the early 1990s as one of the most dominant duos the city has ever seen. During Mogilny’s six seasons in Buffalo, he lifted fans out of their seats by streaking down the ice, stickhandling through defenders and scoring at a pace that has rarely been topped in NHL history. Mogilny recorded 211 goals and 444 points … [Read more...] about Mogilny’s story one of determination, skill
Justin Falk, Casey Nelson battling for Sabres’ last defense spot
'“He looks like kind of a commanding guy back on the blue line,” Bylsma said Friday morning. “He’s shown he can defend well with his skating and his presence, also kind of a quarterback, kind of a puck-moving guy that controls the play.' … [Read more...] about Justin Falk, Casey Nelson battling for Sabres’ last defense spot
Saturday's Toronto Coverage
Maple Leafs beat Sabres by a touchdown in exhibition play (Toronto Sun) Leafs thump Sabres in NHL pre-season test (Toronto Star) Key Takeaways: Leafs Vs. Sabres - 9/30/2016 (MapleLeafs.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Toronto Coverage
Hunwick, Holland each score twice, Maple Leafs rout Sabres
'Derek Grant scored for Buffalo. Jason Kasdorf started for the Sabres and allowed four goals on 13 shots. He was replaced by John Muse at the start of the second, Muse surrendered four goals on 27 shots.' … [Read more...] about Hunwick, Holland each score twice, Maple Leafs rout Sabres
Sabres GM: Ristolainen's return unlikely to sway talks
'Though Murray said the two sides are still negotiating, he wouldn't say whether progress is being made with the restricted free agent two weeks before the Sabres open the regular season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM: Ristolainen’s return unlikely to sway talks
Maple Leafs throttle Sabres 8-1
'The good fortune continues for Derek Grant. He is standing at the side of the net and is able to backhand the puck home on a rebound chance off of Jhonas Enorth to tie the game. Grant had a hand in a couple of the goals here on Tuesday as well.' … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs throttle Sabres 8-1
Murray: No deadlines in Ristolainen negotiations
'"As long as the talks are ongoing, something good could happen," Murray said on WGR on Friday with Mike Schopp and the Bulldog. "If the talks ever break down and one side gets pissed off or doesn't think their being treated fairly or negotiations aren't going in the right direction that you have to worry, we're certainly not at that place yet nor do I expect to be. We've been … [Read more...] about Murray: No deadlines in Ristolainen negotiations
Season Preview: Buffalo Sabres
'Defensive problems suppress the offense more than their opponents do because they're often unable to get the puck out of trouble. If Eichel and Reinhart don't progress as expected, the Sabres may not be ready to return to the playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Season Preview: Buffalo Sabres
5 Questions: Buffalo Sabres
'While it seemed to be a given that Eichel would pile up goals and points in his first NHL season, Reinhart's performance caught some by surprise. The rookie forwards, who played on the same line for most of the season, led the Sabres in goals; Eichel had 24 and Reinhart 23. The Sabres can't afford to have either player go through a sophomore slump if they are to end their … [Read more...] about 5 Questions: Buffalo Sabres
Sabres Disappointed In Effort After Loss To Leafs
'"They outplayed us," Sabres captain Brian Gionta said. "They were on top of us all night. We didn't have good reads. We weren't good with the puck. We lost battles. Pretty much everything that could go wrong went wrong tonight."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Disappointed In Effort After Loss To Leafs