Kings get another tough test with resurgent Sabres (Los Angeles Daily News) Buffalo Sabres take on the Los Angeles Kings (AP) Sabres head to L.A. to complete SoCal back-to-back (Field Level Media) Sabres at Kings preview (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Los Angeles Coverage
Archives for October 17, 2019
'That's hockey right there': Sabres slow to respond to physical Ducks in loss
'Rather than counterattacking the Ducks with speed and skill, the Sabres committed turnovers and failed to score on seven power-play opportunities in their first regulation loss of the season.' … [Read more...] about ‘That’s hockey right there’: Sabres slow to respond to physical Ducks in loss
Henri Jokiharju's strong start could earn him long-term spot with Sabres
'“Henri’s been a positive point, for sure,” Krueger said. “Our D corps in general is playing quite aggressive on our gaps through the neutral zone. We’re denying entry into our zone quite regularly, which we're happy of. Henri’s one of the driving forces there."' … [Read more...] about Henri Jokiharju’s strong start could earn him long-term spot with Sabres
Ryan Miller using experience with Sabres to impart wisdom on young Ducks
'"I had a great time in Buffalo," Miller said. "It’s a huge part of my life. People in Buffalo had a huge impact on my life, from the people I saw at the grocery store to people at the rink every single day. I felt fully a part of the community and fully a part of the organization for a long time. It was and still is a sad day that it wasn’t quite working out to where I was … [Read more...] about Ryan Miller using experience with Sabres to impart wisdom on young Ducks
The Wraparound: Ducks 5, Sabres 2
'The Sabres fell to 5-1-1 with their first regulation loss and failed to start the season with points in each of their first three road games for the first time since 2011-12. The Ducks (5-2) scored four consecutive goals, including three in a vicious second period that included 30 penalty minutes between the two teams.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Ducks 5, Sabres 2
Thursday's Anaheim Coverage
Ducks power past Sabres with 5-goal outburst (Orange County Register) Ducks seek more scoring from everyone, not just their youngsters (Orange County Register) Column: Young Ducks find footing in win over Sabres (Los Angeles Times) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Recap: Ducks Erase Early Deficit, Pull Off Impressive Comeback vs. Sabres (AnaheimDucks.com) Postgame Notes and Quotes … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Anaheim Coverage
Henrique scores twice as Anaheim rallies to beat Buffalo 5-2
'“There was a lot of penalties on each side; I think the frustrating part for us was just the lack of execution on the power play. We had a lot of chances,” Eichel said.' … [Read more...] about Henrique scores twice as Anaheim rallies to beat Buffalo 5-2
Sabres drop a stinker, 5-2 to the Ducks
'The Sabres coughed up a 2-0 first period lead, and ended up suffering their first regulation loss of the year on Wednesday by a 5-2 score against the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop a stinker, 5-2 to the Ducks
Sabres only played 18 good minutes and it cost them the game
'I have to admit, I never would’ve guessed when the game was 2-0 that Buffalo would give up five straight goals. There was really only one that Ullmark should’ve had, but there never should’ve been a shot as Rodrigues was next to the Anaheim player, but never covered him.' … [Read more...] about Sabres only played 18 good minutes and it cost them the game
Henrique scores twice, helps Ducks end Sabres point streak at six
'"We're not worried about playing physical. I feel there's a lot of courage on the bench," Buffalo coach Ralph Krueger said. "It all began with our puck management. We put ourselves in bad positions."' … [Read more...] about Henrique scores twice, helps Ducks end Sabres point streak at six
Sabres look to take lessons from loss to Ducks
'"Our reaction is what's important now," he said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres look to take lessons from loss to Ducks
At the Horn: Sabres 2 - Ducks 5
'The Sabres certainly had their opportunities - especially early on - when Jack Eichel and Victor Olofsson scored to give Buffalo an early lead. Anaheim netminder John Gibson was busy early on, but Anaheim turned up the physicality and aggressiveness to put Buffalo on its heels for most of the game.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Sabres 2 – Ducks 5
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks set to face division rivals this weekend (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage