'“The terminology is, ‘safe is death,’ and we’d sit back,” said Hutton, who made 25 saves for his first shutout with the Sabres. “Teams are too fast and too good, especially when they press, right? So we’ve got to stay on the offense and be aggressive, and tonight’s a great example of that. We didn’t change the way we played in the third.”' … [Read more...] about Olofsson, Sabres step on the gas in third period of shutout against Stars
Archives for October 15, 2019
Sabres might actually be growing up and there's no luck to it
'"That was a rock-solid game," Hutton said. "I thought early on it was a tight game and then there were a couple power plays where our power play clicks and that was the difference in the game. We get a power-play goal and we take it from there."' … [Read more...] about Sabres might actually be growing up and there’s no luck to it
The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 4, Dallas Stars 0
'Victor Olofsson notched yet another power-play goal to grab a slice of NHL history, and set up a Sam Reinhart goal to put the Sabres in control through 40 minutes. But unlike Wednesday's overtime win over Montreal and Friday's shootout victory over Florida, the Sabres finished the deal in regulation.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 4, Dallas Stars 0
How the revamped Sabres' defense has provided an early boost
'So, what has changed? A lot, when you consider all of the off-ice changes to the coaching staff and the personnel changes throughout the lineup. I have been most curious about the state of the blue line though, especially because of how big of a detriment the defensive units had been to Buffalo’s success – or lack thereof – in years past. The organization knew it had a budding … [Read more...] about How the revamped Sabres’ defense has provided an early boost
Ralph Krueger has Sabres looking like playoff contender early in tenure
'Monday afternoon’s 4-0 win over the reeling Dallas Stars was probably their most complete effort of the young season.' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger has Sabres looking like playoff contender early in tenure
Sabres notes: Vladimir Sobotka shaking off poor season, earning respect
'Sobotka, a massive disappointment a year ago, has started showcasing signs of his old St. Louis Blues form, playing a tenacious two-way game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Vladimir Sobotka shaking off poor season, earning respect
Don’t be surprised by the Sabres this year
'The only holes I see in this lineup are the lack of a third line presence and our goaltending is not the strongest in the league. The third line is yet to see someone emerge as the line carrier and the play of Casey Mittelstadt could see him fall out of favor by the end of the year for Dylan Cozens who is tearing up the WHL with 11 points in seven games played. I will continue … [Read more...] about Don’t be surprised by the Sabres this year
Tuesday's Dallas Coverage
Inability to get substitutions vs. Sabres led to turning point in Stars’ loss (Dallas Morning News) After offseason filled with Stanley Cup hopes, the Stars are off to a historically bad start. But will this stretch define their season? (Dallas Morning News) Starts’ scoring struggles continue in first shut out this season (Dallas Morning News) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Stars … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Dallas Coverage
Olofsson sets rookie record in Sabres’ 4-0 win over Stars
'Nicknamed “Goal-ofsson” by Sabres fans, the 24-year-old Swede has five goals in Buffalo’s first six games. His streak dates to the end of last season when he scored twice in six games. Since making his NHL debut on March 28, no NHL player has more power-play goals than Olofsson.' … [Read more...] about Olofsson sets rookie record in Sabres’ 4-0 win over Stars
The NHL's best and worst this week: Are the Sabres for real this time?
'"If we're going to have success here and we're going to turn things around, we have to have people who are excited about being in Buffalo and being part of this organization" Botterill said. "That's been Marcus. He's been all-in since day one."' … [Read more...] about The NHL’s best and worst this week: Are the Sabres for real this time?
Buffalo Sabres' Victor Olofsson sets rookie power play scoring record
'The 24-year-old scored a power-play goal in the second period, assisted by a pass from defenseman Rasmus Dahlin. The tally was Olofsson's fifth goal of the season and the seventh of his young career. All of those goals came with a man advantage, making him the first player to score their first seven goals in that manner.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres’ Victor Olofsson sets rookie power play scoring record
Sabres run over Dallas 4-0
'The Sabres turned up the pace in the third period. They dominated the puck and netted two more goals. Vladimir Sobotka feathered a pass to Jeff Skinner on a 2-on-1 that Skinner buried to make it 3-0. Shortly after Marcus Johansson let a rocket go from the point that found the top corner.' … [Read more...] about Sabres run over Dallas 4-0
The Sabres solve Ben Bishop and beat the Stars
'I think this was a very solid game for the Sabres in all three zones. They never backed down from a bigger team and initiated the contact. I realize Dallas has had a poor start to the season, but to me that takes nothing away from the game the Sabres played.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres solve Ben Bishop and beat the Stars
5 Observations: Olofsson makes history as Sabres top Stars in 4-0 win
'History was made on Monday afternoon when Victor Olofsson scored the team's first goal of the game in the 2nd period, grabbing his 5th goal of the season and 7th of his career. With that seventh goal Olofsson broke an NHL record, becoming the first player in league history to score his first seven career goals on the extra-man advantage.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Olofsson makes history as Sabres top Stars in 4-0 win
Sabres Shutout Stars 4-0
'Buffalo kicks off their three game West Coast road trip Wednesday, October 16 with a match-up against Anaheim.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Shutout Stars 4-0