'Backup goalie Linus Ullmark made 40 saves to help the Sabres, 17-7-3, steal a point and move into a tie for first place in the Atlantic Division with the idle Lightning. This is only the second time this season they have lost back-to-back games; however, the third 10-game win streak in franchise history raised the standard.' … [Read more...] about Post-streak letdown results in Sabres’ OT loss to last-place Panthers
Archives for December 1, 2018
Mike Harrington: Sabres' new reality is a major challenge
'"I don't think we're going to sneak up on anybody anymore and that's OK. The days of taking the Buffalo Sabres lightly have come and gone," Hutton said pointedly in BB&T Center.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres’ new reality is a major challenge
The Wraparound: Panthers 3, Sabres 2, OT
'The Panthers, last place in the Atlantic Division at 11-10-4 and 24 points, outshot the Sabres, 42-24, including 14-6 in the first period. Florida hit the post twice in the first 20 minutes and had 12 more scoring chances than Buffalo during that span.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Panthers 3, Sabres 2, OT
Sabres ratings up 46 percent on season after huge viewership Thursday
'It was easily the highest-rated Sabres game in years. The Sabres are now averaging an 8.3 rating this season, up 46 percent from the same period last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ratings up 46 percent on season after huge viewership Thursday
Saturday's Florida Coverage
Barkov leads the Florida Panthers past the Buffalo Sabres. This is how he won the game (Miami Herald) Panthers top Sabres in overtime on Barkov's game-winner (South Florida Sun Sentinel) Photo gallery (NHL.com) 5 Takeaways: Barkov Leads Panthers to Big Win Over Sabres in OT (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Florida Coverage
Barkov’s overtime goal lifts Panthers past Sabres 3-2
'“I thought we sat back, maybe a little too much, and let them take it to us with speed,” Eichel said. “I thought our willingness to skate with them and make plays was a little down. Obviously, it was a back-to-back and an emotional game last night, it’s a tough one.”' … [Read more...] about Barkov’s overtime goal lifts Panthers past Sabres 3-2
Panthers upend Sabres 3-2 in overtime
'In overtime Florida used tic-tac-toe passing to create the game's last score. Huberdeau made a pass in the offensive zone in the 3-on-3 session to Alesander Barkov. The Pathers' captain did not miss on the opportunity to give the team the 3-2 win. Huberdeau and Aaron Ekblad assisted on the goal.' … [Read more...] about Panthers upend Sabres 3-2 in overtime
Sabres' Pilut does well in his first NHL game
'For his first game, I thought Pilut looked right at home. I was curious to see how things would go in the defensive zone and I thought competed well. He didn’t get a chance 3-on-3, but I would think that’s coming soon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Pilut does well in his first NHL game
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Panthers
'"I thought Linus played great for us. It just seemed like we had a tough time getting into their end and sustaining a forecheck. I think we turned a couple pucks over too many, and it's a skilled group over there, you give them too many chances, they're going to hurt you."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Panthers
5 Observations: Panthers top Sabres 3-2 in OT
'With Nashville and Toronto on the horizon, this felt like a game the Sabres needed. There is no denying this team has played some great hockey but dropping back-to-back games after rattling off 10-straight wins isn't a good look. Now the blue and gold will have to steal a game in Nashville or they'll be looking at an oh-so-dreaded three-game losing streak. They deserve a … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Panthers top Sabres 3-2 in OT
Sabres can't hold lead, drop 2nd straight
' The Panthers would answer, tying the game up on a power play goal from Evgenii Dadonov. The Sabres had a chance to take the lead on a power play late, but the Panthers would kill the penalty, and force overtime.' … [Read more...] about Sabres can’t hold lead, drop 2nd straight
Sabres lose to Panthers in OT, second in row after 10-game winning streak
'"I thought Linus played great for us," Skinner said. "It seemed we had a tough time getting into their end and sustaining the forecheck. We turned over a couple of pucks too many, and if you give that group over there too many chances, they're [going to] hurt you."' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose to Panthers in OT, second in row after 10-game winning streak
Skinner scores 20th of season, but Sabres fall to Panthers in overtime
'"You talk about every team being ready. They know about the streak now. They see where we are in the standings and we're going to get everybody's best game," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "Going through this now for the last couple games, against Tampa and coming in here, we didn't execute well."' … [Read more...] about Skinner scores 20th of season, but Sabres fall to Panthers in overtime
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Olofsson scores as Amerks post 1-0 shutout (Buffalo News) Pens’ Muse outdueled by Rochester’s Wedgewood (Wilkes Barre Citizens Voise) Wedgewood pitches a shutout as Amerks edge the Penguins at home (WROC-TV) Amerks shutout Penguins to close out November (Amerks.com) Taylor comes full circle with Amerks (Amerks.com) Hot goalie hands Penguins 1-0 loss (WBSPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage