'"We felt like that their best period of hockey in the first perod that they could throw at us," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "Nils made some big saves. The penalty kill had to kill off two in the first and we did get the first goal."' … [Read more...] about Sabres give up late lead in OT loss to Blackhawks
Archives for January 2017
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks’ Cole Schneider, Linus Ullmark named to AHL All-Star roster (Olean Times Herald) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
O'Reilly makes speedy recovery, likely to play Thursday
'"It felt great to be back with the guys," O'Reilly said. "It feels like it has been months since I've been around. It's nice to get out there. I feel 100 percent. It's just a matter of making sure everybody is on board and feeling safe. It was an unfortunate thing, but we got it done when we did or it could have been a lot worse. I was happy it didn't erupt or anything like … [Read more...] about O’Reilly makes speedy recovery, likely to play Thursday
Sabres Notebook: Bylsma wary of Blackhawks snapping slump
'"It’s like the power play with great players on it that aren’t scoring. They’re still a dangerous power play," Bylsma said. "They’re still a power play that’s going to score a goal. I think you’d like to be able to take advantage of them maybe being slumping, but you certainly don’t approach it that way when you’re going to play them.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Bylsma wary of Blackhawks snapping slump
Sabres prospect Justin Bailey’s first NHL goal emotional for mother
“I cried instantly when he scored,” said Buscaglia, who watched the game at her cousin’s house with five other family members. Then I screamed and then I cried. We were just jumping up and down.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Justin Bailey’s first NHL goal emotional for mother
Thursday's Chicago Coverage
Thursday's matchup: Sabres at Blackhawks (Chicago Tribune) Hossa to return when Blackhawks host Sabres (AP) Preview: Sabres at Blackhawks (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Chicago Coverage
Jack Eichel doesn't see himself as Sabres' 'saviour'
'"I don't think of myself as a saviour," Eichel said. "Obviously a lot of pieces have to fit together for a team to become good. We have a lot of good pieces. I just try to be an impact person and player in the locker room and on the ice every day. I try to bring my best as much as I can."' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel doesn’t see himself as Sabres’ ‘saviour’
Sabres get a surprise at practice
'On Wednesday afternoon there’s going to be a conference call between O’Reilly, his doctor, Dan Bylsma and Tim Murray to see if he gets the final approval to play Thursday. O’Reilly said there’s no question in his mind, “I want to play tomorrow, I know I can. I might be a little rusty, but I feel I’m ready to get back and can still be effective, it’s just a matter of making … [Read more...] about Sabres get a surprise at practice
Sabres' O'Reilly resumes practice
'O'Reilly centered a line with Derek Grant and Brian Gionta at practice on Wednesday and lined up with the Sabres first power play unit. According to Paul Hamilton from WGR 550, O'Reilly even got physical in battle drills in front of the net, something players usually don't do until they've had a few practices under their belt.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ O’Reilly resumes practice
Ryan O'Reilly of Sabres hopes to play Thursday
'O'Reilly (seven goals, 18 points in 27 games) has missed four games. He missed five in November with an oblique injury, which he feared returned on Dec. 24.' … [Read more...] about Ryan O’Reilly of Sabres hopes to play Thursday
O'Reilly a surprising addition at practice in Chicago
'"We talked about 10 to 14 days of inactivity and he got the go-ahead to start skating and do some exercises a couple days ago," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "He skated yesterday and felt real well and saw the doctor and the doctor gave him the green light to go forward.' … [Read more...] about O’Reilly a surprising addition at practice in Chicago
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Roth: Trade put Amerks Schneider on hometown high (Rochester D&C) Amerks look for strong start to new year (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Bailey flooded by memories after scoring first NHL goal for Sabres
'"It's amazing. When I got back to the bench, I was overcome with an emotion I can't really describe," Bailey said. "I had to check that and get back to the game. When it finally went in and I saw it hit the back of the net, it was an amazing feeling."' … [Read more...] about Bailey flooded by memories after scoring first NHL goal for Sabres
Sabres Notebook: McCabe back on top 'D' pair
'"Some of the metrics and numbers clearly are different with Jake and 'Risto' together, with Kulikov and Ristolainen together and with the pairing of McCabe and Bogosian," Bylsma said after his team's morning skate when asked about McCabe and Ristolainen.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: McCabe back on top ‘D’ pair
Quick Hits: Sabres 4, Rangers 1
'The Sabres got goals from Zemgus Girgensons, Evander Kane, Justin Bailey and Jack Eichel and two assists from Sam Reinhart. Anders Nilsson made 24 saves to get the win and improve to 6-3-3 on the season.' … [Read more...] about Quick Hits: Sabres 4, Rangers 1