'“It’s a great opportunity for us,” Housley said after practice at Citi Field. “Guys were energetic today; I think our team is moving in the right direction. We’d like to be in a better position at this point in the season…Each situation brings its own unique presentation as far as what we’ve got to do to win a hockey game. We’ve got a little bit of confidence right now, so … [Read more...] about Sabres happy to be at Winter Classic, but focused on securing two points vs. Rangers
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Monday's New York Coverage
Sabres Return to Spotlight for the Winter Classic’s 10th Anniversary (New York Times) Sabres happy to be at Winter Classic, but focused on securing two points vs. Rangers (Newsday) Rangers, Sabres take center stage at Winter Classic (The Sports Xchange) Rangers at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Rangers Battle Sabres in 2018 Winter Classic (NYRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New York Coverage
Sabres’ Pominville can see how Winter Classic has evolved
'“The first one was a lot of unknown, no one really knew what the turnout was going to be. Obviously the way it went, the way the fans responded, the way it looked on TV, the way the game ended, I don’t think you could’ve asked for a better scenario for the league.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Pominville can see how Winter Classic has evolved
Rangers, Sabres prepared for cold, windy Winter Classic conditions
'“All those elements are going to come into play,” said Sabres head coach Phil Housley. “Hopefully the wind will be at our back for three periods. I know that’s not going to be the case but we’re going to put a good game plan together just using other coaches’ experience here, being in this game and what it’s all about. We’ll be ready to go.”' … [Read more...] about Rangers, Sabres prepared for cold, windy Winter Classic conditions
The Sabres got to test out the ice at Citi Field
'The thing I noticed the most standing outside at practice was the wind. It’s supposed to be even windier at game-time and Housley said that will dictate the game plan, “Yes, all those elements will come into play, but we’re going to put a good game plan together just using other coach’s experiences here after being in this game.”' … [Read more...] about The Sabres got to test out the ice at Citi Field
Sabres' staying loose as Winter Classic approaches
'"Most kids I probably think dream of playing in this game," Eichel told reporters. "I'm just so excited that I'm able to be a part of it and just to share this moment and this entire experience with my family and the people that have been close to me. It's pretty special, it's been a great weekend."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ staying loose as Winter Classic approaches
Sabres prepare for Winter Classic ahead of New Year’s Day
'“That was kind of weird. A couple times I had the puck I came up and couldn’t see,” Ryan O’Reilly said after practice. “Hopefully the sun gets down, might have to delay it, but it’ll be difficult for sure.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prepare for Winter Classic ahead of New Year’s Day
Eichel ready to take center stage for Sabres at Winter Classic
'When the Sabres were shut out a franchise-record three consecutive times about a month ago -- 3-0 to the Montreal Canadiens on Nov. 25; 2-0 to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Nov. 28; 4-0 to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Dec. 1 -- Eichel could easily have allowed his frustrations to fester. Instead, he has rebounded to carry the Sabres on his young shoulders, accruing 16 points (eight … [Read more...] about Eichel ready to take center stage for Sabres at Winter Classic
Winter Classic making dreams come true for Rangers, Sabres
'"When I was growing up, there wasn't an outdoor game," Bogosian said. "You always thought about the NHL. I always did. It's cool that kids nowadays get a chance to see this. As much media coverage as we've gotten and how the NHL has grown the last 10 years, it's been pretty cool. Hopefully it just keeps growing more and more and makes kids want to be able to play in a game … [Read more...] about Winter Classic making dreams come true for Rangers, Sabres
Smiles, memories abound as Sabres take the ice for outdoor practice
'"You feel like you're back in your childhood," he said. "You don't lose that feeling when you play in the NHL, on a normal rink, but to do it outdoors - it just brings back that smell of being outside and the wind hitting your face. There's really nothing like it."' … [Read more...] about Smiles, memories abound as Sabres take the ice for outdoor practice