'Okposo, 29, has been making a lot more notable plays recently. After a slow start, the 10-year veteran has been enjoying a hot streak, compiling 16 points in the last 16 games entering this afternoon’s tilt against the Los Angeles Kings inside KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo piling up points
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Sabres’ Jordan Nolan excited to face Kings again
'“I have a lot of friends on that team, that’s where I started my career and we were successful from the start, so you always have that kind of bond no matter where you go,” Nolan, who was claimed on waivers Sept. 27, said this afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jordan Nolan excited to face Kings again
Saturday's Los Angeles Coverage
Kings hope Phaneuf sparks playoff push vs. Sabres (The Sports Xchange) Kings at Sabres preview (NHL.com) February 16: Kings hope to break Buffalo losing streak (LAKings.com) Iafallo looking forward to first NHL game in Buffalo (LAKings.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Los Angeles Coverage
Sharks, Predators, Kings among teams who should pursue Sabres winger Evander Kane
'So that's the case for Kane with the Sharks. Now, watch the Blues land him. It's the trade deadline. Logic has no home here.' … [Read more...] about Sharks, Predators, Kings among teams who should pursue Sabres winger Evander Kane
The Sabres need to get back to what made them successful against Tampa Bay
'"It wasn't a great game by us," O'Reilly said after practice on Friday at KeyBank Center. "Coming off the win before, we got away from some things and it's unfortunate because [Robin Lehner] played a phenomenal game. He played outstanding, gave us a chance to win and we let him down. There are some things we have to get back to. We have to stay out of the box. We can't be … [Read more...] about The Sabres need to get back to what made them successful against Tampa Bay
Dreger: "I believe Josh Gorges will be traded"
'"I do believe he will be traded. I believe that Jason Botterill is going to do everything in the power of the Buffalo Sabres to give this guy a playoff opportunity. He's been a terrific pro, and an excellent leader within this organization. He deserves it."' … [Read more...] about Dreger: “I believe Josh Gorges will be traded”
Sabres have relied on scoring depth in Eichel's absence
'Including that game against Boston, Buffalo has scored 15 goals in four games without Eichel, and it's not just the big names who have been contributing. Ten of 13 forwards have recorded a point, as well as five of seven defensemen who have dressed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have relied on scoring depth in Eichel’s absence
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Rochester routs Penguins (Wilkes Barre Citizens Voice) WBS Penguins surrender franchise-worst 12 goals in loss to Rochester (Wilkes Barre Times Leader) Amerks offense explodes for 12-3 win over first-place Penguins (Amerks.com) Penguins lose in lone visit to Rochester (WBSPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
Another strong road show not taken in Sabres' OT loss
'There were mistakes with the puck and away from it. Too many stick penalties. A bad clear by Ryan O'Reilly that led to the tying goal. A bad change by Evander Kane that spelled trouble on the winning goal.' … [Read more...] about Another strong road show not taken in Sabres’ OT loss
Sabres Notebook: Housley on alert for deadline as Sens' trade pickups debut
'First-year Buffalo General Manager Jason Botterill is expected to trade pending unrestricted free agents Evander Kane and Benoit Pouliot prior to the deadline, and starting goalie/restricted free agent Robin Lehner is also a good bet to go.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Housley on alert for deadline as Sens’ trade pickups debut
The Wraparound: Senators 3, Sabres 2 (OT)
'Derick Brassard scored the tying goal with 30.9 seconds left and goaltender Craig Anderson on the bench, and Mike Hoffman scored at 1:13 of overtime as the Sens overcame the Sabres, 3-2, Thursday night in Canadian Tire Centre.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Senators 3, Sabres 2 (OT)
Friday's Ottawa Coverage
Gaborik scores in Senators debut, Hoffman clinches overtime win over Sabres (Ottawa Citizen) Gaborik hoping to get back on track with the Senators (Ottawa Sun) Cheapseats: Gaps are closing for Senators, on the ice and in the standings (Ottawa Sun) Photo gallery (Ottawa Sun) Good start for Gaborik (Le Droit) Gaborik and Shore cash shock (Le Droit) Photo gallery (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Ottawa Coverage
Hoffman scores in OT as Senators rally past Sabres, 3-2
'Earlier in the third, the Sabres had their best offensive pressure of the game during a power play when they kept the puck in the Senators end for the entire two minutes. Kyle Okposo and Ryan O’Reilly both hit the post with shots, but that was as close as Buffalo got during the advantage.' … [Read more...] about Hoffman scores in OT as Senators rally past Sabres, 3-2
Senators rally for 3-2 OT win
'With time winding down in regulation, Derick Brassard walked in and snapped a shot over Lehner, tying the score once again. Gaborik shifted the puck over to Brassard, marking the newcomer's 2nd point of the evening. The late goal forced overtime, where Hoffman ended it on a one-time pass from Karlsson. Lehner, who was strong for most of the evening, finished with 33 saves, … [Read more...] about Senators rally for 3-2 OT win
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Senators
'"It was just one of those games. We didn't really get into it. We came out for the third period with nothing [on either side of the puck]."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Senators