'With the win, the Sabres improve to 2-1-0 and are above .500 for the first time since January of 2013.' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores twice as Sabers top Golden Knights
Archives for October 2018
Scandella: "It's just different energy in here and it feels great"
'"You just can't explain it, it just feels different," Scandella said grinning ear-to-ear in the locker room following their win. "That's all I can say. It's a different feeling in here. Everyone is excited. A lot of young guys coming in with excitement. It's just different energy in here and it feels great."' … [Read more...] about Scandella: “It’s just different energy in here and it feels great”
Eichel lifts Sabres past Golden Knights
'"It's a credit to our guys," Housley said. "Obviously, there's a lot of things that we still need to clean up. But it's a credit to them. They've put the work in and now they're getting results, which is great for their confidence."' … [Read more...] about Eichel lifts Sabres past Golden Knights
Eichel says winning record shows Sabres finally are coming together
'"I think we're coming together as a group," said Eichel, who was named captain Oct. 3. "We're not a finished product, by any means, but I think you can see the togetherness we're starting to play with. There are still a lot of things we can get better at and clean up, but there are a few things you can control, and one of them is your compete level. I thought we competed the … [Read more...] about Eichel says winning record shows Sabres finally are coming together
Eichel, Sabres give fans reasons to cheer in win over Vegas
'"I think he's made a commitment to do it every day, not just when we're under the bright lights," alternate captain Kyle Okposo said. "I think he's done a really good job of setting the tone, setting the pace. He's the best player on our team. If he's the hardest worker every single day, our team's going to follow him."' … [Read more...] about Eichel, Sabres give fans reasons to cheer in win over Vegas
Carter Hutton making early statement that he's got Sabres' back in goal
'"It gives your team a boost of energy and confidence knowing you have a guy who can make a save when you really need it," said coach Phil Housley. "He's a very good veteran. Says the right things in the room and is a very likable guy but at the time he says what's on his chest. It doesn't matter if you're a veteran or rookie, he's going to leave it out there. I think that guys … [Read more...] about Carter Hutton making early statement that he’s got Sabres’ back in goal
Sabres Notebook: Dahlin has close calls for first goal against Swedish hero Henrik Lundqvist
'Rasmus Dahlin had two close calls in the quest for his first NHL goal Saturday night. And it would have been epic for him had the moment come against Henrik Lundqvist of the New York Rangers, the greatest goaltender ever produced in Dahlin's native Sweden.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Dahlin has close calls for first goal against Swedish hero Henrik Lundqvist
Sabres goalie Carter Hutton instilling confidence, becoming leader
'“He’s a very good veteran and he says the right things in the room,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said Sunday. “He’s a very likable guy. But at the same time, he says what’s on his chest. It doesn’t matter if you’re a veteran or rookie, he’s just going to leave it out there. I think the guys respect that. He’s provided us with some very good leadership."' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Carter Hutton instilling confidence, becoming leader
Sabres must make decision on Johan Larsson soon
'“There’s a lot of good players,” he said. “I think you look around and it’s competition. Obviously, it’s tough to sit out. I’m ready if they want me. I felt good out there."' … [Read more...] about Sabres must make decision on Johan Larsson soon
Monday's Vegas Coverage
Sabres hope to hear more cheers vs. Golden Knights (The Sports Xchange) Golden Knights at Sabres preview (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Vegas Coverage
Larsson returns to practice with Sabres
'"I mean, you look at the players that are out, certainly there are going to be some decisions to be made," Housley said. "That always pushes players' games to a higher level. It's a good situation to be in. It's unfortunate that our guys are banged up a little bit but it's good to have depth."' … [Read more...] about Larsson returns to practice with Sabres
Sabres bounce back as first win gives fans lots to cheer about
'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
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