'"One of the best games I've seen us check. Got a lot of chances, lot of looks. Cashed in on some. Everyone stepped their game up when Jack went down."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Bruins
Archives for February 2018
The Sabres' fathers trip is very special
'Parents like to be included, they’re the ones that sacrifice so we as players can play. It’s getting us to practice at 5am before school. It’s sacrificing money so we can have proper equipment and can travel all over to play. As a kid at Amherst, our league was in Canada and it wasn’t cheap for them. When you can see how happy they are on trips like this, it makes it all … [Read more...] about The Sabres’ fathers trip is very special
Sabres forward Jack Eichel injured in game vs. Bruins
'In the first period of Saturday's game against the Boston Bruins, Sabres forward Jack Eichel fell awkwardly to the ice, appearing to injure his right leg/ankle.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Jack Eichel injured in game vs. Bruins
Eichel exits early after leg injury in Boston, Sabres pick up win
'The second period turned out to be one of the most successful for the blue and gold, as they scored three goals.' … [Read more...] about Eichel exits early after leg injury in Boston, Sabres pick up win
Sabres top Bruins, end Rask's point streak
'"I thought the guys made a terrific effort tonight, one of the best games I've seen us check with good sticks and coming back into our own zone," Housley said. "As a result, we got a lot of chances, a lot of looks, a lot of 2-on-1s and we cashed in on some. I thought everybody stepped their game up when Jack went down."' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Bruins, end Rask’s point streak
Sabres overcome Eichel's injury to earn win in Boston
'"When you lose your big guy, everyone knows a couple more minutes are coming your way and you're just going to have to dig down that much more," Wilson said. "I thought we did a good job of staying together and just getting it done."' … [Read more...] about Sabres overcome Eichel’s injury to earn win in Boston
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks winless streak reaches season-high four games (Buffalo News) Phantoms complete three-win sweep at home (Allentown Morning Call) Three third-period goals not enough as Amerks comeback falls short in 5-3 loss to Phantoms (Amerks.com) Power Play Powers Phantoms 5-3 Past Rochester (PhantomsHockey.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Eichel has some suggestions as Sabres take their parents to Boston
'"It's a lot of fun. I wouldn't say it's as sweet because he's just going home," Eichel said. "But I think any time we get to spend together it's fun. It's nice that it's in Boston because I'll have more people at the game than just my dad. It's enjoyable. Obviously I know the area well, so if anyone needs anything, let me know."' … [Read more...] about Eichel has some suggestions as Sabres take their parents to Boston
Bucky Gleason: Slovakian Olympic coach Craig Ramsay is never too far from Buffalo
'Thirty-three years have passed since he played his last game for the Sabres, but Buffalo fans still remember Rammer.' … [Read more...] about Bucky Gleason: Slovakian Olympic coach Craig Ramsay is never too far from Buffalo
Winter Classic helped Sabres’ Sam Reinhart bust long slump
'The past month has arguably been the best stretch of Reinhart’s three-year NHL career. After scoring the late winner Thursday, his third point in a 4-3 win over the New York Islanders, he has compiled four goals and 13 points in the last 10 contests, including five points in the last two games.' … [Read more...] about Winter Classic helped Sabres’ Sam Reinhart bust long slump
Saturday's Boston Coverage
Red-hot Bruins host Sabres (The Sports Xchange) Prepared Bruins hope to avoid trap game loss vs. Sabres (WEEI-FM) Sabres at Bruins preview (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Boston Coverage
How do the Sabres use analytics?
'Botterill thinks it’s extremely important to integrate both analytics and the eye test in player evaluation. He thinks you need scouts and analytics to make the best decisions for your team. “I don’t want to say specifically what we use as I’ll keep that internal, but it’s important to respect both sides, Botterill said. “We want to hear both sides, we want to hear what our … [Read more...] about How do the Sabres use analytics?
Dreger: "Rick Nash might complicate things for the Sabres"
'If that's the asking price for Rick Nash, Kane would be a more attractive trade piece. Kane and Nash both have 16 goals this season, but Kane has 10 more assists, and is 7 years younger. Not to mention that Nash has a $7.8 million cap hit this year, and Kane's is just $5.25 million. Another advantage for the Sabres is Kane's lack of a no movement clause. The Sabres can trade … [Read more...] about Dreger: “Rick Nash might complicate things for the Sabres”
Nelson looks good as Sabres' first line of defense
'"He was one of our better defensemen," Buffalo coach Phil Housley said after a 4-3 victory. "He was really good in stick detail defending, and moving the puck well. He kept the game simple. There's nothing really flashy about his game, but he gets the job done."' … [Read more...] about Nelson looks good as Sabres’ first line of defense
Sabres' Ristolainen on demotion: 'I've got to get better'
'Ristolainen leads Sabres defensemen with three goals, 19 assists and 22 points, but his on-pace numbers (5-32-37) are off last year's totals of six goals, 39 assists and 45 points. He's minus-11 after being on the ice for 31 goals against and 20 goals for at five-on-five.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ristolainen on demotion: ‘I’ve got to get better’