'I like this third period so far by the Sabres. They are not sitting back and letting the Bruins come at them. By locking things down, I want to see the team possess the puck and make it hard for the Bruins to get any offensive momentum their way.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bounce back with 4-1 win over Boston
Archives for 2018
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Bruins
'"Law of averages. Keep shooting the puck on net."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Bruins
Gionta signs with the Bruins
'The 39-year old, 15-year NHL veteran spent three seasons as the Sabres captain from 2014 to 2017. Gionta suited up for 230 games with the Sabres, scoring 40 goals and 103 points.' … [Read more...] about Gionta signs with the Bruins
5 Observations: Sabres top Bruins 4-1
'With Pouliot's name getting thrown around in trade rumors, his 12th goal of the season certainly didn't hurt his value. Although he's been erratic and at times a defensive liability, Pouliot has proven to be a pleasant surprise this season and could likely be a nice depth player for a team looking to make a deep playoff run.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres top Bruins 4-1
Sabres thump Bruins 4-1, settle in for trade deadline
'Pouliot, who could potentially be moved before Monday’s 3 p.m. trade deadline, scored for just the fourth time since January and now has three goals in the month of February. He could provide a contender some depth in the bottom six.' … [Read more...] about Sabres thump Bruins 4-1, settle in for trade deadline
Brian Gionta signs with Bruins
'The 39-year-old, who had not signed with a team after spending three seasons with the Sabres, had been practicing with Buffalo’s AHL team in Rochester and played in one game with the Amerks before heading to South Korea.' … [Read more...] about Brian Gionta signs with Bruins
Sabres spoil Nash's debut with Bruins
'"We come to rise against good teams," Sabres defenseman Nathan Beaulieu said. "We know what's at stake; we know they're a good team, they're going to bring their best. I think we got to try to mindset every night."' … [Read more...] about Sabres spoil Nash’s debut with Bruins
With deadline looming, Sabres turn in complete effort in win over Bruins
'"If the phone rings," said Pouliot, an unrestricted free agent at the end of this season, "the phone rings."' … [Read more...] about With deadline looming, Sabres turn in complete effort in win over Bruins
Sunday's Boston Coverage
Bruins look to continue road success against Sabres (The Sports Xcahange) Bruins at Sabres preview (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Boston Coverage
With trade imminent, Sabres tell Kane to take a seat
'Kane was a healthy scratch for Saturday night's 5-1 loss to the Washington Capitals, with a trade almost certainly taking place before Monday's 3 p.m. NHL deadline. It's a virtual certainty he will also sit out Sunday's 5 p.m. game against the Boston Bruins in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about With trade imminent, Sabres tell Kane to take a seat
Sabres Notebook: Gionta to Bruins?
'Gionta, 39, has made it clear he wants to sign with a contender in the Eastern Conference prior to Monday's NHL trade deadline so he will be eliglble for the Stanley Cup playoffs. Multiple outlets reported Saturday the Bruins have the lead for his services. His old team, the New Jersey Devils, are believed to be in the mix and another possibility could be the Toronto Maple … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Gionta to Bruins?
The Wraparound: Capitals 5, Sabres 1
'The Sabres had been 5-0-1 in their previous six road games and were trying to get a point in seven straight away from home for the first time since 2011. Instead they lost here for the fifth straight time (0-4-1).' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Capitals 5, Sabres 1
Inside the Sabres: College free agents could like openings in Buffalo
'"The biggest thing for me was just the opportunity that was here," said Sabres center Evan Rodrigues, who signed with Buffalo after completing his Boston University career in the spring of 2015. "I thought there might be a spot that I could come in and take right away."' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: College free agents could like openings in Buffalo
Inside the NHL: Deadline Day can reap rewards
'It's Buyer Beware time. Here's a quick look at some of the best deals in recent years, the kind that all GMs are aspiring to in the next couple of days.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Deadline Day can reap rewards
Anything could be on table for Sabres at trade deadline
'But beyond 20-goal winger Evander Kane and starting goalie Robin Lehner, do they have any assets teams really want? The Sabres aren’t exactly bursting with first-rate talent opponents covet.' … [Read more...] about Anything could be on table for Sabres at trade deadline