'"We finished eighth that year and it was an incredible playoff run where I felt like we were almost destined to win the Stanley Cup that year," Nolan said Saturday prior to the Sabres' game against the Kings. "That final game, we had the big power play and guys were almost waiting for the game to end so we could get going and celebrate.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Nolan back at the scene of his greatest night in the NHL
Archives for October 2017
The Wraparound: Kings 4, Sabres 2
'The Kings entered the game 0 for 16 on the power play for the season but were 3 for 3 in this one, including two conversions in the third period. The Sabres came in 13 of 14 on the penalty kill and went 0 for 3.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Kings 4, Sabres 2
Inside the Sabres: Chris Hajt feels at home coaching his father's longtime team
'Chris Hajt was working as an assistant with the Los Angeles Kings' American Hockey League affiliate when the Sabres asked for permission to interview him in early July. Hajt grew up in the Northtowns, and his parents still live in Williamsville. The opportunity to come home was so immense that Hajt told only his wife, parents and one of his three sisters about the interview. … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Chris Hajt feels at home coaching his father’s longtime team
Sunday's Los Angeles Coverage
Kings find their power and beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-2 (Los Angeles Times) Backup goaltender Darcy Kuemper enjoying fresh start with Kings (Los Angeles Times) What we learned from the Kings' 4-2 victory over the Sabres (Los Angeles Times) Kings halt scoreless power play streak in win over Buffalo (San Gabriel Valley Tribune) Alec Martinez should add to L.A. Kings’ upward … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Los Angeles Coverage
Conroy: Scituate’s Steve Greeley in good place with Buffalo Sabres
'He was hired in June as one of two assistants general managers (the other being Randy Sexton) under new Buffalo GM Jason Botterill. Together they’ll attempt to get the Sabres, who possess several solid pieces already, to somehow turn the corner.' … [Read more...] about Conroy: Scituate’s Steve Greeley in good place with Buffalo Sabres
Doughty gets late winner in LA Kings’ 4-2 win over Sabres
'“It’s frustrating,” Kane said. “We’re obviously trying to get our first win of the season. We have to try to cut the cord here and focus on that and not have this linger over us tomorrow night (in Anaheim).”' … [Read more...] about Doughty gets late winner in LA Kings’ 4-2 win over Sabres
Trio of Kings score power-play goals in win over Sabres
'"I can't fault our guys for their effort," Housley said. "I mean, 5-on-5, we were a better hockey team. It's just unfortunate that they got three power play goals and our power play didn't get anything in return."' … [Read more...] about Trio of Kings score power-play goals in win over Sabres
Kings use power play to defeat Sabres 4-2
'The Los Angeles Kings scored on all three of their power play chances, helping them defeat the Buffalo Sabres 4-2 on Saturday night at Staples Center. Buffalo is still winless on the season.' … [Read more...] about Kings use power play to defeat Sabres 4-2
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Kings
'On the team's play throughout the game: "That was just the result of not managing the puck through the neutral zone. Everything we did well in the first period we got away from in the second period. We started to get our game back in the third, I thought we had the majority of the play, but again, it just comes down to special teams."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Kings
5 Observations: Kings top Sabres 4-2
'Scoring has been scarce for the Sabres this season. They don't need to be the best power play team in the NHL like they were last season, but they certainly need to be better.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Kings top Sabres 4-2
Doughty lifts Kings past Sabres with late goal
'The goal was Buffalo's first at Los Angeles in 279:38, having been shut out in its past four games at Staples Center.' … [Read more...] about Doughty lifts Kings past Sabres with late goal
Special teams prove to be the difference in loss to Kings
'"That was the name of the game tonight," Sabres forward Evander Kane said. "Penalties cost us, and we didn't kill off any of the power plays."' … [Read more...] about Special teams prove to be the difference in loss to Kings
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Sabres prospect Justin Bailey trying to evolve with Amerks (Olean Times Herald) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Bad time for struggling Sabres to hit the ice at Staples Center
'"We haven't had many bounce goals, battling goals," said center Ryan O'Reilly, still looking for his first goal of the season. "So it's an issue. Forwards need to get to the net more and 'D' need to get the puck there quicker. You look at me struggling now and I'm not going to break through on a breakaway. It's going to have to be greasy. I have to find a way to do something … [Read more...] about Bad time for struggling Sabres to hit the ice at Staples Center
Finding a home on Kings' top line, Eden's Alex Iafallo is pumped to meet Sabres
'There's going to be no shinny Saturday night in Staples Center. Iafallo, the surprise of training camp for the Kings, will be living a dream as the fourth game of his NHL career will be the first against his hometown Sabres. And he'll be doing it as the left winger on the top line with two-time Stanley Cup champions Anze Kopitar and Dustin Brown.' … [Read more...] about Finding a home on Kings’ top line, Eden’s Alex Iafallo is pumped to meet Sabres