'The fans responded in kind with cheers not heard much in the building the last couple of years.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bounce back as first win gives fans lots to cheer about
Archives for October 7, 2018
Sabres Notebook: College reunion for Jack Eichel, Rodrigues against Rangers' David Quinn
'"It's awesome seeing him getting this opportunity but he's not getting his first win tonight," a smiling Eichel said before the game. "He's a friend to me, a mentor and he's been pretty close to me even through my first few years in the NHL. He was so good to me at BU and we have such a good relationship but I think we're all competitors, right? When you get out there, all … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: College reunion for Jack Eichel, Rodrigues against Rangers’ David Quinn
The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Rangers 1
'Two goals from Conor Sheary, 43 saves from Carter Hutton.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Rangers 1
Conor Sheary, Carter Hutton push Sabres past Rangers
'“We fed off Carter’s energy,” Housley said.' … [Read more...] about Conor Sheary, Carter Hutton push Sabres past Rangers
Sabres notes: Remi Elie believes he can produce more offense
'“When he gets up the ice, he sees plays,” Housley said prior to Saturday’s tilt inside KeyBank Center. “He’s got good vision, he’s a really good passer, has a heavy shot. But I think he just sees a game like an offensive forward, where it’s off his stick before he gets it and it’s a flat pass. I just think he processes the game the right way.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Remi Elie believes he can produce more offense
Sunday's New York Coverage
Rangers show fight but still are searching for elusive first win (New York Post) The David Quinn bond that has him feeling ‘different’ for Sabres (New York Post) Rangers coach has ‘a big problem’ with hit to rookie’s head (New York Post) Rangers fall short again, lose to Sabres for second straight loss to start the season (Newsday) Quinn inserts McLeod into lineup against … [Read more...] about Sunday’s New York Coverage
Sheary scores twice in Sabres’ 3-1 win over Rangers
'[“We knew this was an important one,” Sheary said. “We kind of got spanked in our home opener there, so we wanted to come out and have a strong effort and it was good to get two points.”' … [Read more...] about Sheary scores twice in Sabres’ 3-1 win over Rangers
Sabres defeat Rangers 3-1
'Eichel scored the final goal of the night with just seconds to go after New York pulled the goaltender. It was Eichel's first goal of the season to salt the game away.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Rangers 3-1
Hutton and Sheary sparkle as the Sabres get their first win
'The Sabres finally found a way to get the fans out of their seats with Conor Sheary scoring two power play goals.' … [Read more...] about Hutton and Sheary sparkle as the Sabres get their first win
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Rangers
'"It's great to get a win on home ice. There's a lot of things we want to clean up, but this is a start. Our goalie was our best player tonight, and sometimes that has to be the case. [Hutton] was tremendous."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Rangers
5 Observations: Hutton shines as Sabres take down Rangers 3-1
'Carter Hutton was hands down the Sabres best player on Saturday evening. In the first period, he turned away all 14 shots he faced, including some pretty quality chances from the boys in royal blue.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Hutton shines as Sabres take down Rangers 3-1
Sheary, Hutton lead Sabres past Rangers
'With the victory, Hutton improves to 4-0 all time against New York.' … [Read more...] about Sheary, Hutton lead Sabres past Rangers
Hutton, Sabres hold off Rangers for first win
'"It's been a while since I scored going back to last year, so that one definitely felt good," said Sheary, who was acquired this offseason in a trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins. "To get your first one on a new team as well I feel is important and kind of let me relax the rest of the game."' … [Read more...] about Hutton, Sabres hold off Rangers for first win
Hutton, Sheary lead Sabres to first victory of season
'"I thought we were desperate, and we won battles when we needed to," he said. "It's great to see us get a team win like that and know that we can still play better."' … [Read more...] about Hutton, Sheary lead Sabres to first victory of season
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks fall second straight night on home ice (Buffalo News) Amerks open season with two losses to Charlotte (WGR-AM) Amerks fall short in rematch with Checkers (Amerks.com) Checkers sweep Rochester for perfect start to season (GoCheckers.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage