'"This isn't about one game," Ullmark said. "There’s always going to be kids out there watching. We always want to show our very best every night. It’s a special thing on the side of the game, but we’re going to go out there and play our best. That’s what we always do. That’s what these kids do every day. They’re battling their hardest."' … [Read more...] about Sabres provide respite to two young fans ahead of Hockey Fights Cancer night
Archives for November 16, 2019
Sabres’ Jimmy Vesey happy with ‘reliable’ game despite lack of offense
'“Jimmy coming in here didn’t have a lot of expectations about his role, which is really positive,” Sabres coach Ralph Krueger said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jimmy Vesey happy with ‘reliable’ game despite lack of offense
Sabres summon Rasmus Asplund; Johan Larsson ‘possibility’ for Saturday
'“I wouldn’t say I was disappointed,” he said of going back to the AHL for his second season. “Of course, I wanted to make the team. But it’s another opportunity for me to get better and improve on my game in Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres summon Rasmus Asplund; Johan Larsson ‘possibility’ for Saturday
Saturday's Ottawa Coverage
Game day: Ottawa Senators at Buffalo Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Buffalo takes on Ottawa, looks to break 6-game skid (AP) Senators look to keep rolling vs. slumping Sabres (Field Level Media) Senators at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Game Day Notes: Game #20 - Sens @ Sabres (OttawaSenators.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Ottawa Coverage
Sabres' Asplund is looking forward to his first NHL game
'In his first season, he learned a lot about the North American pro game, including dealing with a smaller ice surface. This year, the challenges have been different, “I’ve got a bigger role in the dressing room. I’m trying to talk more and be a leader off the ice and I think that makes me a better player too.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Asplund is looking forward to his first NHL game
The Sabres have called up Rasmus Asplund
'In 13 games this season with Rochester, Asplund has one goal and seven assists for eight points. In 88 AHL games, he’s netted 11 goals and 38 assists for 49 points. Asplund played four years in the SHL before coming to North America. The 21-year-old is considered an excellent two-way center.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres have called up Rasmus Asplund
Asplund joins Sabres with Larsson day-to-day
'"He texted me pretty early this morning that he was coming up," Olofsson said after practice on Friday. "It's fun. I'm really happy for him. I think he really deserves it. He's been working very hard for a long time and I'm really happy he's here."' … [Read more...] about Asplund joins Sabres with Larsson day-to-day
Sabres recall Asplund from Amerks
'Asplund, drafted by Buffalo in the second round (33rd overall) of the 2016 NHL Draft, is in the midst of his second full season with the Amerks, where he's posted 49 points (11+38) in 88 career AHL games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Asplund from Amerks
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks continue dominance of Monsters as Oglevie picks up game-winner (Buffalo News) Sabres prospect Brett Murray quickly finding his way with Americans (Buffalo News) Oglevie, Pilut power Amerks to overtime win (Amerks.com) Asplund and Boomhower earn recalls (Amerks.com) Monsters pick up point in overtime loss to Americans (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage