'“I’m getting close, I just need a few more sessions like that and just continue to get better and we’ll see. I’m going to go talk to the trainers and get some treatment and have some conversation and go from there.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ennis is getting close to returning
Archives for January 2017
Sabres aren't good for my sanity
'They still don't score enough at even strength, their group of defensemen needs a serious overhaul and there are too many nights where the Sabres appear to be sleepwalking in the first period. But then there are games or parts of games where you think they shouldn't have a problem competing for third place in the division and the corresponding playoff spot.' … [Read more...] about Sabres aren’t good for my sanity
Tyler Ennis nearing return to Sabres lineup
'Ennis, 27, had only two points (1G, 1A) in 12 games played before missing the Sabres last 27 games with a groin injury. The most startling stat was his -6 plus/minus in only 12 games. Defense has never been one of Ennis' strong suits, but his start was pretty lackluster.' … [Read more...] about Tyler Ennis nearing return to Sabres lineup
Reinhart's assist total shows growth as a playmaker
'At age 21, Reinhart is on pace to score 50 points this season, up from the 42 he scored as a rookie in 2015-16. How he's gotten those points, however, has changed significantly. Reinhart had 19 assists in 79 games last season; he already has 16 in 39 games this season.' … [Read more...] about Reinhart’s assist total shows growth as a playmaker
Sabres Notebook: Finding identity; evaluating Kane trade
'The Sabres have grown into a team that knows it can rally. In the 17 games since Dec. 1, Buffalo has erased two-goal or third-period deficits six times. They earned victories after trailing by two against Winnipeg and Los Angeles, and got a point after being down by two to Florida. They erased third-period deficits to beat the New York Rangers, Edmonton Oilers and New York … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Finding identity; evaluating Kane trade
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Bennett scores OT winner as Amerks defeat Toronto (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Bennett scores in OT to lift Americans past Marlies (CP) Amerks flip the script on Marlies, win Sunday's rematch in overtime (Amerks.com) Marlies Fall in OT (Marlies.ca) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres bring the noise, bring home victory
'There’s no doubt. The roar from the room was louder than normal. The chants were more intense. Now they need to keep it up.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring the noise, bring home victory
Jerry Sullivan: Sabres showing signs of a competitive edge
'They say fans don't truly pay attention to the Sabres until the Bills season is through. So in their first home game since the merciful end of the local NFL season, the Sabres responded with an emotional, 4-3 comeback that could be the biggest win of the Jack Eichel era.' … [Read more...] about Jerry Sullivan: Sabres showing signs of a competitive edge
Sabres notebook: Hard hit on Laine rocks rookie and Winnipeg Jets
'"What would you think?" said former Sabre Drew Stafford when asked what the mood was like on the bench. "It’s our best player, arguably. So it’s not good any time you see a guy in that kind of a position on the ice with his helmet and the way he was.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Hard hit on Laine rocks rookie and Winnipeg Jets
Quick hits: Sabres 4, Jets 3
'Brian Gionta gave the Sabres their first lead of the game, 4-3, with 10:06 remaining. The captain waited (and waited) for Hellebuyck to go down before ending a 10-game scoring slump.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Sabres 4, Jets 3
Inside the Sabres: Murray feels the draft
'Murray was in charge of the Ducks’ drafts in 2003 and 2004 as the director of player personnel, and he served as the Senators’ assistant general manager for the 2008 to 2013 drafts. He looked at future picks during his recent stay at the world junior championships. Here’s a look at his past.' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Murray feels the draft
Wild third-period outburst helps Sabres beat Jets
'The wild third, which also featured a booming hit from Jake McCabe on Jets star Patrik Laine and two melees, ranks as one of the most entertaining periods inside the KeyBank Center in recent years.' … [Read more...] about Wild third-period outburst helps Sabres beat Jets
Sabres notes: Early-season concussions scared Jets’ Drew Stafford
'“But this one was the first time where I was really feeling a lot of the symptoms – the mood swings, the fatigue, the disconnect,” he said. “It’s pretty scary, scary stuff. You got to make sure you take care the brain.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Early-season concussions scared Jets’ Drew Stafford
Sunday's Winnipeg Coverage
Jets hit rampaging buzz saw in Buffalo (Winnipeg Free Press) Three consecutive wins elude Winnipeg once more (Winnipeg Free Press) Laine hurt, Jets lose on disastrous day (Winnipeg Sun) Jets F Laine leaves because of injury (The Sports Xchange) Lehner on scrum with Byfuglien: ‘Too bad the ref came in between’ (Sportsnet) Jets lose Laine to injury, fall 4-3 to Sabres … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Winnipeg Coverage
The Pegulas should take a step back with the Bills and Sabres
'As for their return on investment thus far, specific to the Bills and Sabres, the Pegulas have constructed themselves a clown show.' … [Read more...] about The Pegulas should take a step back with the Bills and Sabres