'This year's third overall pick, Kirby Dach, scored Chicago's first two goals. The Blackhawks didn't need any more, but western New York native Patrick Kane added another on the power play early in the third.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Blackhawks 4-1 behind rookie forward Kirby Dach
Archives for November 2019
Sabres Fall To Blackhawks 4-1
'After a strong start to the first period. Buffalo found themselves trailing 1-0 when Blackhawks third overall pick Kirby Dach beat Carter Hutton with a backhander.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Fall To Blackhawks 4-1
Dach's two goals boost Blackhawks past Sabres for fourth straight win
'"They just had Grade A [chances] and we didn't," Eichel said. "Their chances were probably better than ours. We just didn't play a good game."' … [Read more...] about Dach’s two goals boost Blackhawks past Sabres for fourth straight win
Offensive chances come up short in loss to Blackhawks
'"I thought the second goal really took the wind out of our sails. On a back-to-back, I think you really have to make sure you keep the momentum and the energy going in a good way … they jumped on that opportunity and we seemed to break down with too many penalties and lost control of the game."' … [Read more...] about Offensive chances come up short in loss to Blackhawks
At the Horn: Sabres 1 - Blackhawks 4
'For the Blackhawks, Kirby Dach scored twice while Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews also lit the lamp to give Chicago a sizable lead. The Blackhawks have now won 10 games in a row against the Sabres at United Center with Buffalo's last win coming on Jan. 10, 2007.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Sabres 1 – Blackhawks 4
Sabres recall Thompson from Amerks
'Forward Kyle Okposo left the team's win over Ottawa on Saturday with 10:35 remaining in the second period. The Sabres entered that game without a trio of forwards in Vladimir Sobotka (out four to six weeks), Marcus Johansson (out through the weekend), and Johan Larsson (day-to-day).' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Thompson from Amerks
Sunday's Chicago Coverage
Scouting report: Blackhawks vs. Sabres (Arlington Heights Daily Herald) Chicago takes on Buffalo, aims for 4th straight home win (AP) Blackhawks hoping to stay hot as Sabres visit (Field Level Media) Sabres at Blackhawks preview (NHL.com) Preview: Blackhawks vs. Sabres - Nov. 17, 2019 (Blackhawks.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Chicago Coverage
Rasmus Asplund delivers 'outstanding' performance in emotional Sabres debut
'Asplund's performance Saturday night showed his stay may not be brief after all. He won 5 of 9 faceoffs during 12:13 of ice time, recorded two shots on goal and generated scoring opportunities for his linemates. Asplund made an immediate impact during his first shift, leveling Senators defenseman Erik Brannstrom with a body check.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Asplund delivers ‘outstanding’ performance in emotional Sabres debut
Captain Jack took over exactly when his team needed him
'"Jack showed a world-class performance today," said coach Ralph Krueger. "Just excellent leadership, like he's also been showing in all the adversity of the last few weeks. It's really probably the fruit of all of that attitude he's had came out in the goals tonight."' … [Read more...] about Captain Jack took over exactly when his team needed him
The Wraparound: Sabres 4, Senators 2
'The Sabres (10-6-3) snapped their six-game losing streak and won for the first time since Oct. 25. The Senators (8-11-1), meanwhile, had won two in a row and four of their previous five games.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 4, Senators 2
Jack Eichel’s four-goal night lifts Sabres past Senators, ends losing skid
'It had been a while since the Sabres won (Oct. 25) or Eichel enjoyed a notable outing (two goals and four points Oct. 22).' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s four-goal night lifts Sabres past Senators, ends losing skid
Sabres notes: Tyler Ennis enjoying time with Senators
'“One of the reasons I think we brought him here is to keep it lose in the room,” Ottawa coach D.J. Smith said. “He’s a guy that’s always joking around. He takes his game serious, but he likes to have fun.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Tyler Ennis enjoying time with Senators
Sunday's Ottawa Coverage
Garrioch game report: Senators get Jack-attacked as Eichel's four-goal night propels Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Photo gallery (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Ottawa Coverage
Column: Assessing whether the Blackhawks or Sabres won the Alex Nylander-Henri Jokiharju trade — and why it was made
'Jokiharju, 20, has been more consistent for the Sabres while mostly playing on a third pairing with Marco Scandella. After playing 38 games last season for the Hawks but only a handful over the final 3½ months, Jokiharju is proving more than capable of sticking in the NHL for a long time.' … [Read more...] about Column: Assessing whether the Blackhawks or Sabres won the Alex Nylander-Henri Jokiharju trade — and why it was made
Eichel scores career-high 4 goals, Sabres top Senators 4-2
'“He was all over me to start shooting the puck,” Eichel said. “So I figured I’d start shooting a little more.”' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores career-high 4 goals, Sabres top Senators 4-2