'On how the Sabres measure up with the Maple Leafs: "They looked like Rocky vs. Apollo Creed. They didn't win, but they came out feeling like the winner. It was a crucial measuring stick."' … [Read more...] about Larkin: Sabres aren’t Stanley Cup contenders yet, but are playoff contenders
Archives for 2018
How Lawrence Pilut earned big-time matchups against the Maple Leafs
'"There were a few test runs where we threw him out against some pretty solid competition and he stood up to the test," Smith said. "Going up against [Toronto}, we knew we were going to have young guys who we're going to have to go up against them one way or another and as the game progressed, both of the kids (Pilut and Rasmus Dahlin) did very well so we continued to play … [Read more...] about How Lawrence Pilut earned big-time matchups against the Maple Leafs
Sabres' Patrik Berglund 'not worried' about slow start, individual stats
'“It’s been obviously a change to come to a new team. I’ve never done that before,” Berglund said. “But just overall, a little tougher start. I’ve been known for being a slow starter too, in the beginning of the season, so I’m not worried about the whole point thing. That was a lot of years ago I really cared about that. It’s just the overall work and how you can help the team … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Patrik Berglund ‘not worried’ about slow start, individual stats
Sabres' Carter Hutton 'got a kick out of' the Tre White Goalie Academy
'"Our media staff kind of asked me a few questions at the end of an interview randomly one day, so I kind of just went with it," Hutton, a 32-year-old signed by the Sabres in July, said. "I shot from the hip and it turned out pretty funny, once it came out after I got to see the video of him calling me Sutton. He had no clue. It was all in good fun. I think it was one of those … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Carter Hutton ‘got a kick out of’ the Tre White Goalie Academy
Sabres star Jack Eichel busts out of goal-scoring slump
'At his current pace, the slick center would have 76 assists and 94 points over 82 games, the Sabres’ most prolific offensive campaign since Daniel Briere enjoyed a memorable 63-assist, 95-point season in 2006-07.' … [Read more...] about Sabres star Jack Eichel busts out of goal-scoring slump
Eichel-Matthews duel draws comparisons to Crosby-Ovechkin rivalry
'"With them having been teammates at one time and all that, it is personal (between them)," Maple Leafs coach Mike Babcock said. "That's what you want: best on best. I think that in any manner of sport, at the highest level, when you get best-on-best, it is personal."' … [Read more...] about Eichel-Matthews duel draws comparisons to Crosby-Ovechkin rivalry
Sabres assign Tennyson to Rochester
'The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has assigned defenseman Matt Tennyson to the Rochester Americans (AHL).' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Tennyson to Rochester
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks begin busy week with win over Comets (Buffalo News) Sabres goalie prospect Jonas Johansson gets a look in Rochester (Buffalo News) Sabres prospect Brendan Guhle finding way out of 'rut' (Buffalo News) Comets strike late, but fall in Rochester (Utica Observer Dispatch) Amerks hold off Comets for 5-2 win (Amerks.com) Comets late surge not enough in loss to Rochester … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres' comeback falls short, drop fourth straight with overtime loss to Maple Leafs
'"We just played two of the top five teams in the NHL on a back to back and we traveled," Eichel lamented. "I thought we played a great game tonight. Obviously they get the extra point and it’s frustrating, but give us credit. Anybody who has done it before -- has played a back to back -- knows it’s not easy. … They're sitting here waiting for us."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ comeback falls short, drop fourth straight with overtime loss to Maple Leafs
Sabres' Sam Reinhart scores in career-high fourth consecutive game
'“I think he’s just playing his game,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said. “He’s making plays down low and tight and he’s finding ways to get pucks to the net. He goes to the net hard. That’s where he’s scoring most of his goals, five feet in, around the net, so it’s good to see him finally put the puck in the net. But his line mates have done a really good job. They’ve been very … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Sam Reinhart scores in career-high fourth consecutive game
Mike Harrington: It's quite a show when Leafs come to town
'But Tuesday's overtime thriller was a barnburner. And what a shot to the gut Matthews handed the Sabres with 2.7 seconds left in overtime, a brilliant laser to end a fascinating series opener for this season between these two rivals.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s quite a show when Leafs come to town
The Wraparound: Maple Leafs 4, Sabres 3, OT
'Auston Matthews scored 4:58 into overtime after Patrick Marleau tied it 14:47 into the third period. Eichel’s goals, his sixth and seventh of the season, almost gave Buffalo its sixth third-period comeback of the season.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Maple Leafs 4, Sabres 3, OT
NBCSN's Pierre McGuire 'pumped' to be in Buffalo for Sabres vs. Maple Leafs
'“No, I think I was one of the people – pardon the pun – that was very bullish on Buffalo,” he said. “I just love the way (coach) Phil Housley carries himself. I like some of the cleansing they did with their dressing room in the off-season. I love the character they brought in with Carter Hutton, Patrik Berglund. I’ve known Marco Scandella forever. He’s a pure character guy. … [Read more...] about NBCSN’s Pierre McGuire ‘pumped’ to be in Buffalo for Sabres vs. Maple Leafs
Sabres battled back, fall to Maple Leafs in overtime thriller
'“We were ready to play tonight,” Housley said. “We haven’t had a start like that in our last three games. But I give credit to the guys because the schedule and the travel and losing an hour and having to turn around against a really good hockey team. … I thought it was a back-and-forth game.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres battled back, fall to Maple Leafs in overtime thriller
Sabres notes: Tyler Ennis happy in fourth-line role with Maple Leafs
'The 10-year-veteran fought just to make the Leafs, whose depth dwindled during the offseason. He beat out about four or five others for a roster spot.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Tyler Ennis happy in fourth-line role with Maple Leafs