'Krueger did not win a medal during his 13 years as Swiss coach; however, he did reshape the national team from a group of complacent club players into one of hockey's global powers and a hotbed for NHL talent. The project is similar to the one he has inherited in Buffalo, where the Sabres own the league's longest playoff drought.' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger changed an entire country’s approach to hockey. Next: Buffalo.
Archives for December 10, 2019
From ‘Sabre Dance’ to ‘We're Gonna Win That Cup’, music elevates Sabres fans' experience
'“Buffalonians certainly love their sports and the arts,” Cook said. “I'm lucky enough to be one of the people that help blend those two things together.”' … [Read more...] about From ‘Sabre Dance’ to ‘We’re Gonna Win That Cup’, music elevates Sabres fans’ experience
Linus Ullmark emerges as Sabres’ No. 1 goalie during Carter Hutton’s slump
'In his last nine outings, Hutton has compiled a wretched 0-5-4 mark with a 3.99 goals-against average and an .875 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark emerges as Sabres’ No. 1 goalie during Carter Hutton’s slump
Terrific week earns Sabres captain Jack Eichel NHL third star honors
'Eichel has compiled 18 goals and 42 points in 31 games this season, putting him seventh in NHL scoring. He’s one of 10 players on pace for 100 points this season.' … [Read more...] about Terrific week earns Sabres captain Jack Eichel NHL third star honors
Tuesday's Saint Louis Coverage
Preview: Blues at Buffalo (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Eichel and Buffalo take on St. Louis (AP) Sabres look to stay strong at home vs. Blues (Field Level Media) Blues at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Preview: Blues at Sabres (StLouisBlues.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Saint Louis Coverage
Eichel named as NHL's 'Third Star' of the week
'Eichel had a productive week for the Sabres in four games played, scoring two goals and picking up five assists for seven points. He was also able to extend his career-long 13-game point streak on Sunday with an assist on Colin Miller's overtime goal against the Edmonton Oilers. The 23-year-old is only five games away from matching the Sabres' franchise record of 18 games set … [Read more...] about Eichel named as NHL’s ‘Third Star’ of the week
Point streak helps propel Eichel to NHL 3rd Star of the Week honors
'He currently has 23 points (10+13) in what is also the longest point streak of his career. It's the longest by a Sabre since Tim Connolly tallied points in 16 straight from Dec. 23, 2009 to Jan. 25, 2010.' … [Read more...] about Point streak helps propel Eichel to NHL 3rd Star of the Week honors