'Boy, can this kid fly. That was most evident in the second period as Guhle circled back in the Buffalo zone on a power play, took the puck up the wall and slung a pass cross ice to CJ Smith at the point. Rather than stopping and getting back to the blue line, Guhle flew to the net, tapping in a perfect pass from Smith to give the Sabres their second goal of the night.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres knock off Bruins 7-4
Archives for September 2017
Sabres power past Bruins with 7-4 win
'“Hopefully it makes a good impression on the coaches, to show that we can produce offensively,” Guhle said after the game. “We’re supposed to be the leaders on this team so we can show we’re able to step up when we weren’t very good last night. At least for myself I hope that makes a good impression.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres power past Bruins with 7-4 win
Veteran prospects dominate for Sabres in victory over Bruins
'"All of us want to make the team this year," Baptiste said. "There's potential for guys in my position to crack the roster this year and that's been my goal all summer long. That's what I've worked towards. Myself, Justin, Hudson, Brendan all had great games tonight. Three of us are older and guys who need to lead this younger group to be successful in this tournament but also … [Read more...] about Veteran prospects dominate for Sabres in victory over Bruins
After a trying senior season, Kile looking to prove himself in Rochester
'"It was really tough," Kile said. "I feel like the first half of the year I was struggling a little bit and then I finally started to get hot and I got that ankle injury. I missed about six weeks of the season, I came back a little bit early and I kind of re-hurt it. It definitely affected my senior season a lot."' … [Read more...] about After a trying senior season, Kile looking to prove himself in Rochester
Colin Blackwell makes most of first chance with Sabres
'The go-for-it attitude paid off during his first appearance in a Sabres uniform. He scored two goals and was the unexpected highlight of Buffalo's 4-3 overtime loss to New Jersey in the Prospect Challenge. The free-agent invite opened eyes, which is a necessity when almost no one knows who you are.' … [Read more...] about Colin Blackwell makes most of first chance with Sabres
The Wraparound: Devils 4, Sabres 3 (OT)
'Fan favorite: The crowd celebrated the Sabres' first-period goal with a rousing "Puuuuuuuuuu!" Center Cliff Pu got open in the slot and buried a pass from Vasily Glotov with 3:49 left in the period, tying the game at 1-1.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Devils 4, Sabres 3 (OT)
Sabres Notebook: Butcher liked Buffalo, loved Devils; Hischier meets Federer
'While any team could offer him gear, none formed the bond he quickly established with New Jersey. He connected with GM Ray Shero and coach John Hynes. He bought what they were selling after seeing the team draft Nico Hischier first overall a year after acquiring Taylor Hall. Butcher liked the building process.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Butcher liked Buffalo, loved Devils; Hischier meets Federer
Pominville looking forward to coming full circle for another Winter Classic
'"People were so excited about 10 years ago so to have a chance to do it again will be amazing," Pominville said Friday as the NHL hosted a news conference to unveil a mockup of the rink on the New York Mets' infield. "It means a lot. Terry and Kim Pegula weren't there for the first one. They'll be here for this one and it means a lot to them as owners. The city of Buffalo … [Read more...] about Pominville looking forward to coming full circle for another Winter Classic
Winter Classic Notebook: All eyes on Eichel
'"It's so exciting. I've always dreamed of being able to do something like this," Eichel said. "Being here, it gets more real and the event gets more and more exciting. I'm going to figure out a lot about what the overall experience is going to be like. I've watched a lot of them but I haven't played in an outdoor game so it will be exciting."' … [Read more...] about Winter Classic Notebook: All eyes on Eichel
Sabres prospect Hudson Fasching ready for fresh start
'“It took me a while, probably a month or two after I was playing again, that I really felt normal and felt in the swing of things,” Fasching said inside HarborCenter. “It wasn’t necessarily I was so bad or anything. I came back in the middle of the season. Everybody’s in mid-season shape.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Hudson Fasching ready for fresh start
Will Butcher enjoyed visiting Sabres
'Being back here for his first appearance in an NHL uniform is “neat,” Butcher said. He believes Buffalo is “a great hockey town.” Sabres general manager Jason Botterill impressed him during his visit.' … [Read more...] about Will Butcher enjoyed visiting Sabres
Jason Botterill reflects on decision to trade Pittsburgh for Buffalo
'“When I reflect on it, I just feel so honored and fortunate,” Botterill said. “From Day 1 when I came into the [Penguins] organization, I was a part of meetings that encompassed what hockey operations should be trying to do.' … [Read more...] about Jason Botterill reflects on decision to trade Pittsburgh for Buffalo
Devils tie game late, beat Sabres in overtime
'The Sabres held a one-goal lead with less than four minutes to play in the third period, but the Devils managed to tie the game and force overtime. Just 50-seconds into overtime, Devils defenseman Michael Kapla was the hero as he beat Sabres goalie Jonas Johansson to give New Jersey the win.' … [Read more...] about Devils tie game late, beat Sabres in overtime
NHL teases possible Sabres Winter Classic logos
'The league's official Snapchat account posted two different pictures featuring some of the potential Sabres logos. One of the posts features two Sabres logos with the caption: "Buffalo going old school?"' … [Read more...] about NHL teases possible Sabres Winter Classic logos
Sabres drop game one of Prospect Challenge to Devils in OT
'The star of the night for the Sabres was Colin Blackwell who found the net twice, including a goal that put Buffalo ahead 3-2 late in the third.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop game one of Prospect Challenge to Devils in OT