'One observation I want to pass on is the work that Kyle Okposo puts into each and every shift. In this game his motor was in high gear and he never stopped or gave up on a play. This is something I’ve seen from him in almost every game.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres get a different hero every night
Archives for 2018
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Red Wings
'"It's pretty easy [to feel like I'm improving] with the way the team is playing. We're having great success and when that happens your individual success goes up as well, so I'm just focusing on helping the team in any way possible."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Red Wings
Make it nine! Sabres top Red Wings in shootout for 9th straight win
'With the win, the Sabres are now 16-6-2 on the season with 34 total points and are first not just in the Eastern Conference but in the entire league as of Saturday night.' … [Read more...] about Make it nine! Sabres top Red Wings in shootout for 9th straight win
Sabres outlast Red Wings, win 9th straight
'The have a chance to tie a franchise record with their 10th straight win Tuesday when they host the Sharks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres outlast Red Wings, win 9th straight
Sabres extend streak to nine with shootout win against Red Wings
'"I have to give our guys credit because we've played six games in nine days, and they've kept grinding and found ways to win hockey games," coach Phil Housley said. "It isn't always pretty, and tonight was a little sloppy, but we find ways."' … [Read more...] about Sabres extend streak to nine with shootout win against Red Wings
Eichel on 1st-place Sabres: 'We have a lot to accomplish still'
'"But just from where we've come from and the struggles the last few years and last year, I just think everyone's really stepped up this year. We've committed to putting our best foot forward every day, trying to get better. It's a great feeling. Obviously, we have a lot to accomplish still."' … [Read more...] about Eichel on 1st-place Sabres: ‘We have a lot to accomplish still’
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Nylander's goal turns out a winner for the Amerks (Buffalo News) Amerks goalie Adam Wilcox trying to make every start count (Buffalo News) Amerks outlast Devils for 4-3 road win (Amerks.com) Comeback falls short in 4-3 loss to Amerks (BinghamtonDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Saturday's Detroit Coverage
Detroit Red Wings score vs. Buffalo Sabres: How to watch tonight (Detroit Free Press) Red Wings get first look at Rasmus Dahlin, red-hot Sabres (Ann Arbor News) Red Wings try to end Sabres' eight-game win streak (The Sports Xchange) Sabres at Red Wings preview (NHL.com) Notes: Skinner has had seamless transition to Sabres (DetroitRedWings.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Detroit Coverage
Skinner caps another comeback with overtime goal, sending Sabres to eighth straight win
'Eichel was also dominant in the third period and overtime, assisting on the game-winner with one whack on Rasmus Dahlin's shot from the right circle. However, it was Skinner who powerfully illustrated how far this team has come.' … [Read more...] about Skinner caps another comeback with overtime goal, sending Sabres to eighth straight win
Mike Harrington: Sabres' defense keeps adding offense
'The blueliners set up all three goals in Friday's they-did-it-again, 3-2 overtime win over Montreal that extended Buffalo's winning streak to eight games. That's 12 goals, 39 assists and 51 points in 23 games for a group of six that was beaten up on the ice and in the court of public opinion last season, but got Rasmus Dahlin added this season.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres’ defense keeps adding offense
Hutton's stop on Gallagher makes Sabres' overtime win possible
'His 11 wins rank second in the NHL behind the Toronto Maple Leafs' Frederik Anderson, while his .919 save percentage and 2.53 goals against average ranked seventh and fifth, respectively, among goalies with at least 15 games played before Friday night.' … [Read more...] about Hutton’s stop on Gallagher makes Sabres’ overtime win possible
The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Canadiens 2, OT
'The Sabres outshot the Canadiens, 12-8, in the first period — no small feat considering Montreal's fast starts this season — however, that was followed by another second-period letdown. This time, Buffalo couldn't capitalize on two power-play opportunities, as its scoring chances ended with shots missing the net or Canadiens goalie Antti Niemi making a save.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Canadiens 2, OT
Jeff Skinner stars again in Sabres’ eighth straight win
'Skinner also supplies a ton of the surging Sabres’ offense. Right now, he’s scoring at an eye-popping 61-goal pace over an 82-game season. He has scored 17 times in the last 19 contests.' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner stars again in Sabres’ eighth straight win
Sabres Notes: Lawrence Pilut excited about first NHL recall
'“Here is where I want to be,” said Pilut, who signed a two-year, entry-level contract in May. “Here is where I want to play. I’m just happy right now to be up here. Now I just want to get into the action."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notes: Lawrence Pilut excited about first NHL recall
10 things we've learned from best Buffalo Sabres start in over a decade
'Jack Eichel has evolved into more of a playmaker this season. It seems that the addition of Skinner and the rebirth of Jason Pominville have allowed Eichel to focus more on creating scoring chances rather than trying to score on every shot. He may not be putting the puck in the back of the net as often as fans would like from the former second overall pick, but he is off to … [Read more...] about 10 things we’ve learned from best Buffalo Sabres start in over a decade