'"I think the power play is really doing a good job possessing the puck in the zone," Housley said afterward. "I would like to see them shoot a little bit more. You saw two goals that came by just getting pucks to the net, but they have done a terrific job in the month of February. It’s been a whole different story than it was in January. … We’re going to need them, especially … [Read more...] about Sabres pounce on power play, setting stage for 3-1 win over Red Wings
Archives for February 2019
Linus Ullmark stands tall again, backstops Sabres with 28 saves
'The Sabres made Ullmark's job easier with their improved defensive play. Jake McCabe and Zach Bogosian laid out to break up 2-on-1 backdoor passes. For the most part, they kept the Red Wings' scoring chances to the short side and cleared traffic from in front of the net.' … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark stands tall again, backstops Sabres with 28 saves
Mike Harrington: At least for one day, Sabres' defense doesn't rest
'"Systemwise, we've got to be all on the same page, know what we're we're doing out there," Ristolainen said "Everyone has to know their responsibility but today was a little better for sure. We got the result we wanted, goalie played great and we go on to the next one."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: At least for one day, Sabres’ defense doesn’t rest
The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Red Wings 1
'In addition to their defense correcting previous mistakes, the offense continued to thrive. Casey Mittelstadt and Kyle Okposo scored power-play goals, while Conor Sheary broke a scoreless tie early in the second period. Linus Ullmark made 28 saves, perhaps none more important than his stop on Andreas Athanasiou's third-period breakaway.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Red Wings 1
Inside the NHL: Winnipeg standout Mark Scheifele has developed friendship with Eichel
'"It was really kind of weird how it came about," Scheifele told this corner at the All-Star Game in San Jose. "It actually started out that we found out we both did skills work in the offseason with [former NHL star] Adam Oates. So you start bonding and talking about that. And then we went to a Starbucks before all our games together in that tournament. That's how it started, … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Winnipeg standout Mark Scheifele has developed friendship with Eichel
Defensive-minded Sabres respond after rough loss, beat Red Wings
'“They refocused, but the thing for me is that’s a tight group in there,” Housley said. “They care for each other. Our coaching staff has done a great job. I think it just brought us tighter together, the things that went on.”' … [Read more...] about Defensive-minded Sabres respond after rough loss, beat Red Wings
Sabres notes: Conor Sheary scores, keeps building confidence
'“That line, for me, has been really tenacious,” Housley said. “The chemistry is forming. They’re getting some opportunities now. A lot more offensive zone faceoffs. I think they just read off each other very well."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Conor Sheary scores, keeps building confidence
Sunday's Detroit Coverage
Red Wings put on a weak show for Dad, fall to Sabres (Detroit News) Red Wings prospect Zadina will get opportunity in NHL before end of season (Detroit News) Photo gallery (Detroit News) Detroit Red Wings flop at Buffalo Sabres, lose matinee, 3-1 (Detroit Free Press) Dylan Larkin remains Detroit Red Wings' brightest star in dark season (Detroit Free Press) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Detroit Coverage
Sabres’ power play, Ullmark spark 3-1 win over Red Wings
'“We mostly talked about how we’ve got to clean up our end, and I thought we did a terrific job back there,” Ullmark said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ power play, Ullmark spark 3-1 win over Red Wings
Sabres down Detroit 3-1
'Buffalo was outshot by the Red Wings in the opening period 12-4. Linus Ullmark made all 12 saves for the blue and gold, while Jimmy Howard stopped all four Buffalo shots he faced in the period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres down Detroit 3-1
The Sabres really paid attention to detail in win over Detroit
'Buffalo came out very deliberate and it didn’t produce a lot of offense, but I think it’s exactly what it needed to do. The players were careful in the first period, but in a good way. All five guys on the ice paid attention to detail. They paid attention to if there were open players and if there were, they were eliminated.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres really paid attention to detail in win over Detroit
From the Locker Room: Sabres- Red Wings
'"There is always stuff you can clean up but it was a big improvement by us."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres- Red Wings
5 Observations: Sabres top Red Wings 3-1
'It was by no means a perfect defensive effort but it was a lot cleaner than what we've seen since the Sabres returned home.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres top Red Wings 3-1
Second period surge lifts Sabres past Red Wings 3-1
'With the victory the Sabres push their season total to 61 as they try to keep pace in the wild card standings. Buffalo entered the day with 59 points and four points back of the wild card spot, which is held by Pittsburgh.' … [Read more...] about Second period surge lifts Sabres past Red Wings 3-1
Sabres score three times in second period, defeat Red Wings
'"The power play is really doing a good job possessing the puck in the zone," Buffalo coach Phil Housley said. "I would like to see them shoot a little bit more. You saw two goals that came by just getting pucks to the net, but they have done a terrific job in the month of February. It's been a whole different story than it was in January. They're contributing. We're going to … [Read more...] about Sabres score three times in second period, defeat Red Wings