'"I just liked the response," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "We were down 2-0. It could have went a different direction, but we were playing a really good hockey game at that point. We got that first one to get within one, some power-play goals, special teams were really solid tonight. But I just think this was the best game of the trip."' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally, finish road trip with win against Ducks
Archives for October 2018
Staying the course: Sabres cap road trip with big win in Anaheim
'In the past, the Sabres may have responded to Sherwood's goal by trying to do too much and turning the puck over in the process. In this instance, they stuck with what worked. They peppered Ryan Miller with a season-high 45 shots and finished with a 71-43 edge in shot attempts, both indicators of how much time they spent in the offensive zone.' … [Read more...] about Staying the course: Sabres cap road trip with big win in Anaheim
Sunday's Anaheim Coverage
Sabres, struggling goalie take on Ducks (The Sports Xchange) Sabres at Ducks preview (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Anaheim Coverage
Sabres' new top line is a strong LA undercard for 'The King'
'After clunkers in Vegas and San Jose, the Sabres could pump their chests out and feel good again after what Eichel correctly rated as easily their best all-around game of the season. They're 4-4 on the season and 2-2 on this daunting road trip, which ends Sunday in Anaheim.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ new top line is a strong LA undercard for ‘The King’
Sabres Notebook: Defense puts Kings' offense at rest
'The Sabres had 17 shot blocks in the game. Rasmus Ristolainen blocked all four of his in the first period as the Sabres stopped 10 in the opening 20 minutes. Ristolainen played a game-high 26 minutes, 17 seconds.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Defense puts Kings’ offense at rest
The Wraparound: Sabres 5, Kings 1
'The Sabres were 0-5-1 in their last six visits to Staples since another 5-1 win over Los Angeles in '03. Until suffering a 4-2 defeat here last October, the Sabres had lost four straight 2-0 decisions in the building.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 5, Kings 1
Sunday's Los Angeles Coverage
Kings' early-season woes continue as they fall to Sabres 5-1 (Los Angeles Times) Kings’ losing streak at four after falling to Sabres (Long Beach Press Telegram) Kings’ Sheldon Rempal stoked family witnessed NHL debut (Long Beach Press Telegram) Kings hold closed-door meeting after fourth straight loss (NHL.com) October 20 rapid reaction (feat. Helene Elliott): Sabres 5, … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Los Angeles Coverage
Skinner scores 3 to lead Sabres to 5-1 win over Kings
'The Sabres were more than happy to take advantage of the Kings’ struggles, with Skinner completing his first hat trick since Dec. 15, 2015, with an empty-netter with 25 seconds remaining.' … [Read more...] about Skinner scores 3 to lead Sabres to 5-1 win over Kings
Sabres dominate Kings 5-1
'Linus Ullmark got the start in goal and stopped all nine LA shots in the opening period. Ullmark did not allow a goal in his first appearance, one week ago at Arizona. He helped the team kill off both shorthanded chances surrendered, not allowing any good scoring opportunities.' … [Read more...] about Sabres dominate Kings 5-1
Sabres' Eichel leads the way in L.A. with three assists
'The Sabres needed their best players to be their best players and not only did that happen, but Buffalo got some secondary scoring too from Pominville and Zach Bogosian.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Eichel leads the way in L.A. with three assists
5 Observations: Sabres take down Kings 5-1
'What has been most impressive about Ullmark up to this point is how calm he has looked in net. Even when the play breaks down and chaos ensues in front of the net, Ullmark has looked composed and has been there to keep things under control.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres take down Kings 5-1
Skinner scores hat trick, Sabres hand Kings fourth straight loss
'"The key was generating some offensive-zone time I think," Skinner said. "Both my goals sort of came off the cycle, and I think [Jason's] goal off the rush, but again, it's being hard at the net."' … [Read more...] about Skinner scores hat trick, Sabres hand Kings fourth straight loss
Skinner's hat trick propels Sabres to win in Los Angeles
'"It was a little bit light here to start the game," Sabres captain Jack Eichel said afterward. "It filled out, but I guess that's what happens when you're playing at 12:30 in L.A. and LeBron's after you. Skins put on a pretty good performance, so I think The King's going to have to do pretty good to beat him."' … [Read more...] about Skinner’s hat trick propels Sabres to win in Los Angeles
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks' win streak ends on overtime goal in Belleville (Buffalo News) Amerks win streak halted in 5-4 overtime loss to B-Sens (Amerks.com) Balisy scores OT winner as Sens beat Rochester (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Housley tries to stir up the right mix to get Sabres some offense
'"We're trying to create a spark for sure," said veteran winger Jason Pominville, who joined Jack Eichel and Jeff Skinner on the top line and moved on to a power-play unit. "We haven't created or scored enough at 5-on-5 so you switch things around, try to find new combinations. It's going to happen and it's probably going to happen again throughout the year. Hopefully we can … [Read more...] about Housley tries to stir up the right mix to get Sabres some offense