'“Their decision was it was a fair hit,” Buffalo coach Ralph Krueger said. “We need to move on whether we like it or not.”' … [Read more...] about Kucherov scores, Lightning top Sabres 3-2 in Sweden
Archives for November 2019
Lightning vs. Sabres: Victor Hedman, Nikita Kucherov lead Tampa Bay in win at 2019 NHL Global Series
'Sam Reinhart netted both goals for Buffalo; he now has seven goals and 13 points in 15 games this season. His second tally made it a one-goal game but the Sabres could not find the back of the net again. Linus Ullmark, one of four Swedes that suited up for Buffalo in the contest, made 31 saves, including 26 at even strength.' … [Read more...] about Lightning vs. Sabres: Victor Hedman, Nikita Kucherov lead Tampa Bay in win at 2019 NHL Global Series
Vladimir Sobotka injury update: Buffalo Sabres forward leaves game vs. Lightning after hit from Nikita Kucherov
'Sobotka was following through on a shot in the offensive zone without the puck when Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov delivered a low-bridge hit, sending Sobotka over his back and onto the ice. The 32-year-old remained down while trainers came to tend to his injuries and help him to the locker room.' … [Read more...] about Vladimir Sobotka injury update: Buffalo Sabres forward leaves game vs. Lightning after hit from Nikita Kucherov
Sabres fall to the Lightning 3-2 in Sweden
'The third period was similar to the second period. The Sabres were outplayed, with much of the play being in the Sabres' defensive zone. Sam Reinhart scored his second goal of the night on a nice shot from the facoff circle, but it was not enough in the end.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to the Lightning 3-2 in Sweden
The Sabres need more urgency to win
'One player that did come to play was Sam Reinhart. He was in the dirty area to tip in a Rasmus Ristolainen shot, he hit the crossbar after he saw an open corner over Andrei Vasilevskiy’s shoulder and then scored Buffalo second goal using good work and a screen from Victor Olofsson.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres need more urgency to win
Sabres lose 4th straight, drop opener of Global Series
'The Sabres have now lost four straight games and will look to get back in the win column on Saturday when they play the Bolts in the second game of the series.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose 4th straight, drop opener of Global Series
Lightning edge Sabres at Global Series in Stockholm
'Linus Ullmark, a native of Lugnvik, Sweden, made 31 saves, and Sam Reinhart scored twice for the Sabres (9-5-2), who are winless in their past four games (0-3-1).' … [Read more...] about Lightning edge Sabres at Global Series in Stockholm
Sabres unable to pull off comeback in 1st game of Global Series in Sweden
'"Sadly, we couldn't bring it home tonight," Ullmark said. "We've got to just recharge our batteries for tomorrow's battle and come prepared for that and keep playing our game."' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to pull off comeback in 1st game of Global Series in Sweden
At the Horn: Lightning 3 - Sabres 2
'The Sabres played the majority of the contest with 11 forwards after losing Vladimir Sobotka to an injury in the first period. The injury was the result of a collision with Kucherov, who ducked low to upend Sobotka as the two collided in the Tampa Bay zone.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Lightning 3 – Sabres 2
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks unable to hold lead in shootout loss to Devils (Amerks.com) Devils come back to defeat Amerks, 4-3 (BinghamtonDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
For Sabres fans from home and around the world, Rasmus Dahlin is in the spotlight
'The love for Dahlin in Sweden is real. There was big applause when he took the ice Thursday and oohs and ahhs in the crowd as Dahlin scored a goal during a drill with a nifty backhand in the slot. It's the kind of play fans here hope they see more of the next two days as the Sabres face the Tampa Bay Lightning in the NHL Global Series.' … [Read more...] about For Sabres fans from home and around the world, Rasmus Dahlin is in the spotlight
After long wait, it soon will be time for Sabres to play hockey in Sweden
'"The batteries are full and we're expecting a real high battle level from both teams," Sabres coach Ralph Krueger said after Thursday's open practice in the Globe. "I know Tampa is certainly feeling the same thing as we are. That was our primary focus here: Let's get refreshed in our minds, refreshed in our bodies and let's use this space to really show the best Sabres hockey … [Read more...] about After long wait, it soon will be time for Sabres to play hockey in Sweden
Friday's Tampa Bay Coverage
Buffalo faces Tampa Bay, seeks to end 3-game slide (AP) Sabres, Lightning set to open series in Sweden (Field Level Media) Lightning vs. Sabres preview (NHL.com) How to watch, listen, live stream Lightning at Sabres in Stockholm (TampaBayLightning.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Tampa Bay Coverage
Rasmus Dahlin hottest in the Globe: “Cool to play NHL here in Sweden”
'He knows what awaits him here with all expectations. We talked about it and he is doing really well. He is excited to play. He needs to have fun these two games and just play his game and make it easy for himself, ”says Ralph Krueger.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin hottest in the Globe: “Cool to play NHL here in Sweden”
Dahlin's meeting with Lidström: "Felt like a child"
'Calling Victor Hedman the king and Rasmus Dahlin the crown prince is a pretty good comparison. I know how special it is to come home with his NHL team to Sweden, so it won't be any match for Hedman and Dahlin, says Nicklas Lidström.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin’s meeting with Lidström: “Felt like a child”