'“Earlier in the year maybe I wasn’t getting breaks or getting my shots,” he said. “Statistically it wasn’t showing but ,you’re just trying to work shift in and shift out. It’s a simple game if you think about it. Maybe these few games it’s been a little more simple for me. Just trying to get close to the net and create chances.”' … [Read more...] about Eichel on making All-Star Game: “It’s special”
Archives for 2018
Sabres top Blue Jackets, end five-game losing streak
'"It's been my dream ever since last summer to get it all together and come up and play," Ullmark said. "I'm very humble and happy about the win tonight."' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Blue Jackets, end five-game losing streak
Ullmark makes 44 saves in win over Blue Jackets
'"He looked really calm back there," Okposo said. "That was the first game that I've seen him play live in the regular season so I thought he did a really good job. Obviously we don't want to be giving up 45 shots too many nights, but he'll take that win."' … [Read more...] about Ullmark makes 44 saves in win over Blue Jackets
Emotions spill over at Sabres practice
'"Well, it's good to see some emotion," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "It was a battle practice out there focusing on some areas we need to improve on. Tempers flared up but it was more about being in the heat of the battle and guys being frustrated with where we are and sometimes emotions get high."' … [Read more...] about Emotions spill over at Sabres practice
Sabres Notebook: Jack Eichel named to the NHL All-Star Game
'Eichel leads the Sabres in goals (17), assists (22) and points (39). He will be part of the 2018 NHL All-Star Weekend scheduled for Jan. 27-28 at Amalie Arena in Tampa which again will feature a three-game tournament, played in a 3-on-3 format. Teams are competing for a $1 million winner-take-all prize pool.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Jack Eichel named to the NHL All-Star Game
Sabres’ Justin Falk yells at, shoves Evander Kane during practice
'“It’s just spur of the moment, emotions are running high,” an agitated Falk said in the dressing room. “This time of year, where we’re at, everyone’s got a situation they’re in, just heat of the moment, boiled over.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Justin Falk yells at, shoves Evander Kane during practice
Sabres notes: Jack Eichel earns first NHL All-Star Game appearance
'Since recording his first hat trick Dec. 15, Eichel has scored nine times in 11 games, tying him with Boston’s Patrice Bergeron for the most goals in that span. Eichel’s 15 points are tied for fourth.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Jack Eichel earns first NHL All-Star Game appearance
Thursday's Columbus Coverage
Sabres get testy ahead of game against Blue Jackets (The Sports Xchange) Blue Jackets at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Preview: Jackets hunt for third straight win in series finale vs Buffalo (BlueJackets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Columbus Coverage
Tempers flare between Sabres’ Kane, Falk during practice
'Falk called the altercation “spur of the moment,” and says it might be good for players to show more passion given that Buffalo sits last in the Eastern Conference standings.' … [Read more...] about Tempers flare between Sabres’ Kane, Falk during practice
Tempers boil over during Sabres practice
'Kane felt bad for Bogosian. They’ve been teammates since Atlanta and he said, “It was weird, we were just battling and got tangled up and we were both falling and obviously he was in some discomfort and just a freak accident and hopefully he’ll be OK.' … [Read more...] about Tempers boil over during Sabres practice
Sabres' Eichel is a first time All Star
'Joining Eichel up front are Brad Marchand Boston, Aleksander Barkov Florida, Auston Matthews Toronto, Stephen Stamkos Tampa Bay and Nikita Kucherov Tampa Bay.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Eichel is a first time All Star
Tempers flare at Sabres practice after altercation between Kane and Falk
'“Shut the *expletive* up, you selfish *expletive*,” Falk screamed at Kane.' … [Read more...] about Tempers flare at Sabres practice after altercation between Kane and Falk
Eichel lone Sabres' representative at NHL All-Star game
'Eichel, 21, has been one of the lone bright spots for the struggling Sabres, tallying 39 [17G, 22A] points in 43 games. In his short career, Eichel has 152 points in 185 games.' … [Read more...] about Eichel lone Sabres’ representative at NHL All-Star game
Sabres to wear Winter Classic jerseys for three home games
'The Sabres announced Wednesday the team will wear the uniforms for three home games this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to wear Winter Classic jerseys for three home games
Bogosian leaves physical, emotional practice with injury
'Housley said that the team will know more regarding Bogosian's status once he's finished being evaluated later in the day. As for the confrontation between Kane and Falk, all sides agreed that the emotions shown may have been healthy for a struggling team.' … [Read more...] about Bogosian leaves physical, emotional practice with injury