'“He leans on guys, he’s physical, he just has more urgency in his game and because of that, I think he’s getting rewarded in the production area.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ristolainen thinks his game can be even better
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Improved all-around play has led to increased production for Ristolainen
'"He has really responded well," Housley said. "I think his game has gotten to be back where it should be. Not because he's getting production. I think just his compete and his battle, he leans on guys, he's physical, just has more urgency in his game. Because of that I think he's getting rewarded in the production area."' … [Read more...] about Improved all-around play has led to increased production for Ristolainen
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks demanding more from Sabres prospect Alexander Nylander (Olean Times Herald) Amerks drop first of two to Marlies (Amerks.com) Marlies Launch Late Comeback in Rochester (Marlies.ca) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
Declining to play safe with trade assets pays off for Sabres
'After the Buffalo Sabres allowed the tying goal with 1:25 left in regulation, defenseman Marco Scandella turned the tables on the Detroit Red Wings. He scored with 0.2 seconds to play in overtime, delivering a 3-2 victory during an exhilarating three-on-three session.' … [Read more...] about Declining to play safe with trade assets pays off for Sabres
Sabres Notebook: Wilson finding a home; Jeanneret raises dough
'"That's definitely helped me a lot getting back to how I was there," Wilson said Thursday. "It's just doing the little things, shooting the puck a lot more. I got away from that for a while. That's something I did, and I'm just trying to build on that."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Wilson finding a home; Jeanneret raises dough
The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Red Wings 2 (OT)
'Buffalo has picked up points in six straight road games. It is the franchise's longest run since earning points in seven straight from from Feb. 8 to March 6, 2011.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Red Wings 2 (OT)
Friday's Detroit Coverage
'Very, very frustrating'; Wings beaten at buzzer in OT (Detroit News) Wings’ Ouellet returns to lineup: ‘It’s been rough’ (Detroit News) Photo gallery (Detroit News) Buffalo Sabres stun Detroit Red Wings at overtime horn, 3-2 (Detroit Free Press) East-worst Buffalo Sabres were 'way hungrier' than Detroit Red Wings (Detroit Free Press) Red Wings' Xavier Ouellet may be … [Read more...] about Friday’s Detroit Coverage
Scandella scores in OT to give Sabres 3-2 win over Red Wings
'About a dozen scouts were at the game checking out Kane as a player to possibly acquire and they had a great view of his 20th goal, which was scored directly in front of them in the press box. Kane told reporters earlier this week he expects to be traded before Monday’s deadline.' … [Read more...] about Scandella scores in OT to give Sabres 3-2 win over Red Wings
Why Evander Kane could be a key addition at the NHL trade deadline
'It’s not surprising that Kane is able to exert that kind of impact when you look at the type of player he is: a fast power forward who shoots as often as he possibly can. Since the 2010-11 season, only seven NHLers have put more than his 1,842 shots on net.' … [Read more...] about Why Evander Kane could be a key addition at the NHL trade deadline
Scandella's buzzer beater sends Sabres to 3-2 OT win in Detroit
'Detroit had multiple opportunities to win the game in overtime, but came up empty each time. Tomas Tatar couldn't convert a breakaway chance and Andreas Athanasiou's 2-on-1 chance was foiled courtesy of a spectacular save by Lehner. Scandella's game winner came on Buffalo's fourth shot of OT, the team's 30th shot of the game. Howard finished with 27 stops while Lehner turned … [Read more...] about Scandella’s buzzer beater sends Sabres to 3-2 OT win in Detroit
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Red Wings
'"The two points and the win are the only thing that matters right now."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Red Wings
Sabres' Kane's time is winding down in Buffalo
'Despite Kane's wishes, if I were Jason Botterill, I would not use Kane again until after Monday's deadline. It's too close to lose the assets you can get for him.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kane’s time is winding down in Buffalo
5 Observations: Sabres win with 0.2 seconds left, top Red Wings 3-2 in OT
'This was only the Sabres fourth overtime win this season. They are now 4-11 when games go to extra time and despite the outcome, you'd be hard-pressed to find somebody who didn't enjoy the nearly full five minutes of three-on-three. We watched both goalies make huge saves, back and forth play and a ton of chances. Who knew, overtime can be fun!' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres win with 0.2 seconds left, top Red Wings 3-2 in OT
Scandella beats buzzer for Sabres win
'Evander Kane, whose days in a Sabres uniform are likely numbered, scored a goal in the second period to give Buffalo a 2-1 advantage.' … [Read more...] about Scandella beats buzzer for Sabres win
Sabres top Red Wings in OT on Scandella goal with 0.2 seconds left
'"I thought we did a very nice job, except for the start of the second period," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "We sat back and let them use their speed, which we knew we couldn't do, but we pulled it back together."' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Red Wings in OT on Scandella goal with 0.2 seconds left