'"I just think he's doing the things that they're telling him to do. He's tenacious on the forecheck, he's really strong down low, he's getting to the net, he's creating things offensively so that's why he's up here."' … [Read more...] about Baptiste ready to prove he’s learned defensive responsibility
Archives for 2018
Slow starts often dooming Sabres
'For the 26th time in 45 games this season, the Sabres let an opponent score first.' … [Read more...] about Slow starts often dooming Sabres
‘Developed’ game helps Sabres’ Nick Bapiste earn recall
'“He’s doing the things that they’re telling him to do,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said following practice inside KeyBank Center. “He’s tenacious on the forecheck, really strong down low, he’s getting to the net more. He’s creating things offensively, so that’s why he’s up here.”' … [Read more...] about ‘Developed’ game helps Sabres’ Nick Bapiste earn recall
Saturday's Dallas Coverage
Game preview: Stars would like to finish road trip strong Saturday in Buffalo matinee (Dallas Morning News) Stars look to end road trip with win over Sabres (The Sports Xchange) Stars at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Preview: Stars close out road trip with matinee at Sabres (DallasStars.com) What to watch for as Stars cap road trip at Buffalo (DallasStars.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Dallas Coverage
Sabres' Okposo misses practice, but will play Saturday
'Housley may want to take Baptiste to Calgary on Sunday if Josefson isn’t ready. He said, “I just think he’s doing the things that they’re telling him to do, he’s heavy and tenacious on the forecheck, he’s really strong down low, he’s getting to the net more and he’s creating things offensively, so that’s why he’s up here.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Okposo misses practice, but will play Saturday
Baptiste hopes two-way game can translate to NHL
'"I don't think it's changing my role," he said. "I think it's finding a way to play at this level, and if you're not scoring, being able to provide physical play, speed and helping in my D-zone. So, I think I [didn't] change my game, but developed my game."' … [Read more...] about Baptiste hopes two-way game can translate to NHL
Sabres recall Baptiste from Rochester
'Baptiste (6'1", 205 lbs., 8/4/1995) joins the Sabres for the second time this season after appearing in four games for the team in November. The Ottawa, Ontario native has recorded 17 points (7+10) in 34 games during his third professional season with the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Baptiste from Rochester
With new Sabres deal never discussed, Kane awaits trade call
'It remains to be seen if first-year General Manager Jason Botterill could pull off such a haul for a rental player. Still, it's known the Sabres have made it clear they're willing to retain some of Kane's salary for the rest of the season as a way to up the ante for potential trade partners. There's no shortage of teams at least pondering the possibility of a Kane trade, with … [Read more...] about With new Sabres deal never discussed, Kane awaits trade call
Sabres Notebook: Lehner touched by Lundqvist's gesture, playing through trade talk
'"I remember him and my dad working together a little bit and I remember him coming out on the ice with us when I was a little younger and he was in Frolunda," Lehner said. "He helped me out. Since he started here, I would see him in summers, goalie schools. He's always been a really classy guy. I moved over here and you catch up in summers. Sometimes in summers I've been … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Lehner touched by Lundqvist’s gesture, playing through trade talk
The Wraparound: Rangers 4, Sabres 3
'That was the disappointing tale for the Buffalo Sabres Thursday night as Pavel Buchnevich's goal with 3:58 left in the third period snapped the third tie of the night and gave the New York Rangers a 4-3 win over Buffalo in Madison Square Garden.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Rangers 4, Sabres 3
Friday's New York Coverage
Rick Nash scores twice as Rangers hold on to beat Sabres, 4-3 (New York Daily News) Rick Nash ignores trade talk and dominates again in Rangers win (New York Post) Rangers will be without key defenseman to start road trip (New York Post) Rick Nash again scores twice as Rangers edge Sabres at MSG (Newsday) Marc Staal sits out for first time this season with hip flexor issue … [Read more...] about Friday’s New York Coverage
Buchnevich scores go-ahead goal, Rangers hold off Sabres 4-3
'“It’s really disappointing because our power-play was sharp,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said. “We were anxious and eager to do something big. It’s just unfortunate because all of our work goes for nothing.”' … [Read more...] about Buchnevich scores go-ahead goal, Rangers hold off Sabres 4-3
Rangers hold off Sabres 4-3
'Buffalo tied the game three times, but New York sealed the win with a late goal by Pavel Buchnevich.' … [Read more...] about Rangers hold off Sabres 4-3
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Rangers, Indoor Edition
'"I think we made a couple too many turnovers and mistakes. The shift right after a goal is huge, and we were sloppy [in that regard]. That cost us the game."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Rangers, Indoor Edition
5 Observations: Rangers score late, knock off Sabres 4-3
'Kudos to the NBC Broadcast for digging up this stat after Nash's first-period goal. This season, the Sabres have allowed their opponent to score first in 25 of their 45 games played. In those 25 games, they have only three wins. So you're telling me there's a chance?' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Rangers score late, knock off Sabres 4-3