'"Our team didn’t give up, that was for darn sure," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "I liked the way we threw it all out there at the end but it's a lot too little and a lot too late."' … [Read more...] about Furious comeback effort falls short in Detroit
Archives for 2016
With no playoffs, Sabres maintain focus on winning
'“It shows that we care despite where we are in the standings,” said forward Zemgus Girgensons. “We’re definitely improved from last season but I think we could have been way higher if we stuck with it throughout the whole season but it shows the guys care no matter what time it is.' … [Read more...] about With no playoffs, Sabres maintain focus on winning
Sabres goalie Chad Johnson quietly enjoying strong season
'Since Nov. 1, Johnson is 16-9-3 with a 2.16 goals-against average (fifth overall in that span), a .928 save percentage (third) and one shutout.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Chad Johnson quietly enjoying strong season
Monday's Detroit Coverage
How to watch tonight's Detroit Red Wings-Buffalo Sabres game (Detroit Free Press) Sabres-Red Wings Preview (AP) Red Wings seek important points against Sabres (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Detroit Coverage
Sabres’ future presents itself in matinee victory
'“Obviously, the fans get excited about that,” Eichel said. “We’re young guys and we’re trying to get better every game. I’m sure they’ve seen all year the ups and downs and the struggles, but it’s great to see as of recently we’re playing better at home and getting more points and doing a better job for our fans.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ future presents itself in matinee victory
Sabres finally finding their way on home ice
'“It’s great to play well in front of your home fans. We want to make this a building and an environment that opposing teams don’t want to come into and play,” Eichel said. “It starts with our play on the ice and we need to be better than we were at the beginning of the year and really the majority of the season. I think we’ve taken that next step and now we need to keep … [Read more...] about Sabres finally finding their way on home ice
Myers, Stafford grateful for time in Buffalo
'“It was tough timing,” Myers said, meeting with reporters in the First Niagara Center press box during the second intermission. “I was looking forward to playing here. It was nice I was still able to make the trip and see some familiar faces but certainly would have liked to be on the ice.”' … [Read more...] about Myers, Stafford grateful for time in Buffalo
Quick hits: Sabres 3, Jets 2
'There were a surprising number of Jets fans in the crowd. They yelled out “True North” during the Canadian anthem (the team’s ownership group is True North Sports and Entertainment) and booed former Jets winger Kane when he was introduced in the starting lineup.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Sabres 3, Jets 2
Early Hudson Fasching goal helps Sabres beat Jets
'“I thought Hudson’s first couple shifts were really high-energy, showed his speed,” Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. “They were nothing like his sprint back to the bench after the goal. … He came flying to the bench. It was infectious with the energy he came back to the bench with how excited he was.”' … [Read more...] about Early Hudson Fasching goal helps Sabres beat Jets
Former Sabres Tyler Myers, Drew Stafford happy with Jets
'Walking into the First Niagara Center as a visitor was “definitely a little weird,” said Stafford, who experienced “the full circle of things” here. He joined the Sabres during their Presidents’ Trophy run and left during their darkest days.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres Tyler Myers, Drew Stafford happy with Jets
Youngsters lead 3-2 Sabres' comeback
'When creating their “Next Chapter” promo prior to the season, Saturday night is exactly what the Sabres brass would have wanted the script to be.' … [Read more...] about Youngsters lead 3-2 Sabres’ comeback
Sunday's Winnipeg Coverage
Five takes: Jets vs. Sabres (Winnipeg Free Press) Jets mathematically eliminated from playoffs (Winnipeg Sun) Myers travelled with team to visit NY surgeon (Winnipeg Sun) Reinhart, Eichel rally Sabres to win over Jets (WinnipegJets.com) Photo gallery (WinnipegJets.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Sam Reinhart rallies Sabres to 3-2 win over Jets
'Jets defenseman Tyler Myers said he was happy to make the trip back to Buffalo, but wished he was able to play after season-ending surgery on his right knee this past week. The Jets acquired Myers as part of a trade that sent forward Evander Kane and defenseman Zach Bogosian to the Sabres in February 2015.' … [Read more...] about Sam Reinhart rallies Sabres to 3-2 win over Jets
Sabres' future looks bright after win
'Eichel's game-winner came 4:07 into the third period following a turnover in the neutral zone. Left winger Marcus Foligno forced the turnover near center ice, leading to a slick no-look pass from Reinhart to Eichel. Eichel skated to his right before unleashing a low shot inside the left post to give Buffalo the lead.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ future looks bright after win
Youth Movement: Sabres Rookies Pave Way In 3-2 Win
'Per Elias Sports (via Sabres Public Relations), Fasching and Nelson are the first pair of Sabres rookies to record their first points on the same goal in their debut since Alexander Mogilny and Dave Snuggerud (10/5/1989).' … [Read more...] about Youth Movement: Sabres Rookies Pave Way In 3-2 Win