‘”We have some of those nights where pucks don’t bounce our way. Tonight was one of those nights.”‘
Archives for January 1, 2019
5 Observations: Eichel leaves early in Sabres 3-1 loss to Islanders
‘These issues were on display against the Islanders once again as the Sabres failed to generate any sustained pressure until the third period. To be frank, without Eichel the Sabres are a team with two productive players on offense and a whole lot of depth guys who can’t be counted on to produce. As of right now, Johan Larsson is their most productive center. That’s an issue.’
Year In Review — 2018 Buffalo Sabres
‘Despite only an 18.5% chance at landing the top pick, the balls bounced in the Sabres favor for only the third time in franchise history, giving the Sabres the rights to Swedish Sensation Rasmus Dahlin. In his first 39 games with the Sabres, Dahlin has lived up to the hype, scoring four goals and tallying 20 points. For an 18-year-old rookie, it’s hard not to be excited about the future for one of the best rookies in the NHL. One thing is certain, the best is yet to come.’
Lehner, Islanders hand Sabres third straight loss
‘”He played a really good game tonight. You tip your cap to them,” Kyle Okposo said of Lehner’s effort. “We saw it when he was here when we played against Ottawa. tonight I thought he did a good job, he stole the game for them. he just made one more save.”‘
Lehner makes 39 saves, Islanders top Sabres for fourth straight victory
‘”That’s just where we’re at right now,” Buffalo coach Phil Housley said. “This is testing us. Mentally, we’re going to have fight through this, and when I say that, I really like our game, especially the last two games.’
Eichel exits with injury as comeback falls short vs. Islanders
‘”That’s just where we’re at right now,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said. “This is testing us. Mentally, we’re going to have fight through this, and when I say that, I really like our game, especially the last two games. We’ve got to continue to grind it out and stay the course and not break.”‘
Sabres recall Smith from Amerks
‘In his second full professional season, Smith (5’11”, 181 lbs., 12/1/1994) is currently tied for the Amerks’ team lead with 29 points (13+16) in 33 games this season. In his last 10 games for Rochester, Smith has recorded 11 points (6+5) and 38 shots on goal, propelling him into a tie for third in the AHL with 108 shots on goal this season.’