'The Lightning drafted the 6-foot-2, 206-pound Spencer in the second round in 2015, 44th overall. He has split his three pro seasons between the AHL Syracuse Crunch and ECHL, compiling five goals and 25 points in 106 total games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Devante Stephens to Lightning for Matthew Spencer
Archives for November 2019
Monday's Florida Coverage
No rally this time as Florida Panthers fall behind early in loss to Buffalo Sabres (Miami Herald) Panthers’ Keith Yandle lost 9 teeth on Saturday. He still played on Sunday, continuing his Iron Man streak (South Florida Sun Sentinel) Photo gallery (NHL.com) 5 Takeaways: Panthers Look to 'Tighten Up' After Loss to Sabres (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Florida Coverage
Girgensons, Eichel lead Sabres over Panthers, 5-2
'“I thought (Ullmark) played an outstanding game today staying on the initial shots,” Sabres coach Ralph Krueger said. “He was the king of the first shots tonight. We’re really, really happy with his performance.”' … [Read more...] about Girgensons, Eichel lead Sabres over Panthers, 5-2
Sabres defeat Panthers 5-2 in Florida
'The Sabres found themselves down a man early in the 3rd period and it helped the Panthers bring things within two goals again. Brett Connolly had a nice pass fed from Aaron Ekblad and he was able to get it by Linus Ullmark to make it 4-2 Buffalo. The Sabres would regain their three goal lead later in the period off a nice breakout from Jimmy Vesey. He found Zemgus Girgensons … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Panthers 5-2 in Florida
Sabres' Ullmark steals the show in Florida
'The Sabres were certainly opportunistic in Florida, but they needed Linus Ullmark to stand on his head and make 43 saves to get the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ullmark steals the show in Florida
Girgensons leads the way with two goals in Sabres 5-2 win over Florida Panthers
'The return of Zach Bogosian makes the Sabres' blue line even more muddled, with all eight defensemen being capable of regular minutes. Head coach Ralph Krueger went with eleven forwards and seven defensemen on Sunday night; he chose to do so in order to get a better look at the power play and the penalty kill and put out more options for those units. As a result, Curtis Lazar … [Read more...] about Girgensons leads the way with two goals in Sabres 5-2 win over Florida Panthers
Sabres Snap Skid, Defeat Florida 5-2
'Zemgus Girgensons led Buffalo on the night with two goals. Jack Eichel finished with a goal, his 14th of the season, and an assist. Jeff Skinner and Victor Olofsson each had a goal a piece.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Snap Skid, Defeat Florida 5-2
Ullmark makes 43 saves, Sabres defeat Panthers to end skid at three
'"He's been doing it all year for us," Eichel said of the Sabres goalie. "Timely saves like that are so important. He's the backbone, him and [Carter Hutton], of this team. They play like that, they give us a chance to win every night. There's a lot of confidence in the group in front of them.' … [Read more...] about Ullmark makes 43 saves, Sabres defeat Panthers to end skid at three
Eichel tallies 3 points as Sabres bounce back in Florida
'"We had multiple meetings since the Boston game and I've never felt anybody lose spirit, lose confidence in what we're doing here, and that's one of the reasons the group was able to step up today and let us take that momentum forward into Tampa tomorrow night. Let's build on this win, for sure."' … [Read more...] about Eichel tallies 3 points as Sabres bounce back in Florida
At the Horn: Sabres 5 - Panthers 2
'Ullmark made his third start in a row for Buffalo and Eichel picked up his eighth multi-point game of the season. It's the fifth time he's posted at least three points in a game this year.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Sabres 5 – Panthers 2
Brandon Montour brings his inspiring story to indigenous hockey camps
'"It’s good to give back in general," Montour said. "For my culture that’s even bigger, and they can see it’s bigger. Whether they’re native or not, I want to help kids. It’s not just aboriginal kids that need help. Everybody experiences that. I’m glad I could help."' … [Read more...] about Brandon Montour brings his inspiring story to indigenous hockey camps
Chris Taylor leaves Sabres to resume duties as coach of Rochester
'Taylor, who led the Amerks to consecutive playoff appearances since joining the Sabres organization, stepped into Granato's role and Gord Dineen was named interim coach in Rochester. When Granato was discharged from the hospital, Krueger and General Manager Jason Botterill agreed to allow him to be part of the Sabres' coaching process.' … [Read more...] about Chris Taylor leaves Sabres to resume duties as coach of Rochester
John Gilmour clears waivers, assigned by Sabres to Amerks
'Defenseman Zach Bogosian’s return from a hip injury made Gilmour expendable.' … [Read more...] about John Gilmour clears waivers, assigned by Sabres to Amerks
Interim Sabres assistant Chris Taylor to resume role as Amerks coach
'The Amerks have started the season 11-3-1-2 under interim coach Gord Dineen, one of Taylor’s assistants.' … [Read more...] about Interim Sabres assistant Chris Taylor to resume role as Amerks coach
Sunday's Florida Coverage
Florida faces Buffalo, seeks 4th straight home win (AP) Panthers hope to further frustrate Sabres (ESPN) Sabres at Panthers preview (NHL.com) Panthers Look to Continue Success in 2nd Half of Back-to-Backs (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Florida Coverage