'"Anytime you put a new system in, sure it's going to take some getting use to, but in saying that there's things (Saturday) night that had nothing to do with the system or anything like that," Sabres forward Kyle Okposo said. "It was just our decision-making as a team and our lack of battle and their elevated level of battle. They did a really good job of making decisions … [Read more...] about Devil in the details as the Sabres prepare to host New Jersey
Archives for October 9, 2017
Sabres Notebook: Nolan gets comfortable with being a First Nations role model
'"It's starting to get more comfortable," Nolan said about speaking out on issues impacting First Nations communities. "I think a lot of young Native kids may look up to me and see me as a role model, so it's important for me to stand up for what I believe in and for issues that are important for me. It's about being a good role model and example for our youth.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Nolan gets comfortable with being a First Nations role model
Struggling Sabres want details in game
'“It’s getting back to the little details,” Sabres center Ryan O’Reilly said of Sunday’s theme. “That’s what killed us (Saturday).”' … [Read more...] about Struggling Sabres want details in game
Monday's New Jersey Coverage
Sabres aiming to get in win column vs. Devils (The Sports Xchange) Today's game: Devils vs. Sabres, 3:00 p.m. (SportsNet New York) Devils at Sabres preview (NHL.com) 10/9 Pregame Notes: Devils at Sabres (NewJerseyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New Jersey Coverage
Housley said don't blame the system
'The main question is why is that a disaster? Housley said it causes wasted energy, “You’re just turning it over to the other team, they’re quick countering, they’re coming back at us and now we’re spending energy defending and we’re getting worn down just trying to get pucks out and that’s a victory.”' … [Read more...] about Housley said don’t blame the system
Sabres' leaders hope better practices can lead to better execution
'"It's just our attention to detail, No. 1. We went to New York and I think we understood where they were at as a team after losing 5-0. We knew they were going to come out strong," Housley said. "In saying that, I think we were ready. I think we were prepared. I think we just didn't execute the game plan. A lot of the times, it really wasn't the things that they did; it's … [Read more...] about Sabres’ leaders hope better practices can lead to better execution