'"It’s something you think a lot about post-career, and that’s the first thing that kind of pops into my head, as I’m sure it did with a lot of other people that know my history," Okposo said when asked if retirement crossed his mind. "When these things happen repeatedly, I just want answers. I want to make sure I’m going to be OK later. I don’t have a crystal ball. Nobody else … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo’s concussion sparked contemplation of his future from him, Sabres
Archives for December 2019
The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 7, New Jersey Devils 1
'Eichel had one goal among three points, Conor Sheary scored twice and Asplund, Jeff Skinner, Henri Jokiharju and Victor Olofsson contributed a goal. Nico Hischier scored for New Jersey, which is last in the Metropolitan Division with 22 points.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 7, New Jersey Devils 1
Sabres annihilate Devils, move into third place in Atlantic Division
'The Devils’ utterly pathetic performance early Monday was arguably the worst period ever played here.' … [Read more...] about Sabres annihilate Devils, move into third place in Atlantic Division
Retirement crossed Kyle Okposo’s mind following latest concussion with Sabres
'“It’s not a fun place to be and (I was) super emotional after the game,” he said. “After that game against Ottawa, I just went home and really thought about a lot of things. I’ve been through some dark times with it, obviously. The thought of going back there, it’s not fun. It’s a very uneasy feeling.”' … [Read more...] about Retirement crossed Kyle Okposo’s mind following latest concussion with Sabres
Tuesday's New Jersey Coverage
Devils humiliated in road blowout against Sabres (Newark Star Ledger) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Game story: Devils fall at Sabres 7-1 (NewJerseyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s New Jersey Coverage
Five-goal first period leads Sabres to 7-1 win over Devils
'“The last six games before this really had been games of good habits, and a lot of the offense that we were starting to create hadn’t really functioned that well with goals,” Krueger said. “I thought we had a deserved first period, kind of like the fruit of the labor from the week before almost seemed to pay off. We were hot.”' … [Read more...] about Five-goal first period leads Sabres to 7-1 win over Devils
Sabres beat down New Jersey, 7-1, on Founders' Night at Key Bank Center
'Jack Eichel extended his point streak to 10 games with a three point night, Johan Larsson has three assists, while Rasmus Asplund scored his first career NHL goal in a five goal blitzs of New Jersey in the first period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat down New Jersey, 7-1, on Founders’ Night at Key Bank Center
Sabres' Johansson is not feeling comfortable with the puck
'Players are very particular about their sticks and Johansson thinks just that minor change has affected him, “I’ve changed the model a little bit, Bauer came out with a new model, but it’s the same curve and same stick otherwise, but it hasn’t felt right since then.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Johansson is not feeling comfortable with the puck
5 Observations: Sabres dominate Devils with 7-1 win
'In mid-November, the Sabres called up Rasmus Asplund and not long after, he made his NHL debut. Asplund tallied eight points (1G, 7A) in 13 games this season with the Rochester Amerks and fans were hoping it wouldn't take too long for him to do something with the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres dominate Devils with 7-1 win
Sabres Defeat Devils In Offensive Onslaught
'The onslaught of goal scoring continued for Buffalo in the first period when Rasmus Asplund scored his first career NHL goal with :58 seconds remaining in the period. It was the first five goal 1st period for Buffalo since October 21, 2009 against the Florida Panthers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Defeat Devils In Offensive Onslaught
Sabres score five goals in first period, defeat Devils
'"The last couple of weeks, we think we've been playing pretty good hockey," said Sheary, who ended a 19-game goal drought. "We haven't gotten a lot of results, and part of that is because of secondary scoring. The other part is special teams, and both of those were good tonight. Hopefully that will give us confidence moving forward."' … [Read more...] about Sabres score five goals in first period, defeat Devils
Breaking down the numbers behind a high-scoring win over New Jersey
'"The last six games before this really had been games of good habits and a lot of the offense that we were starting to create hadn't really functioned that well with goals," Krueger said. "I thought we had a deserved first period, kind of like the fruit of the labor from the week before almost seemed to pay off."' … [Read more...] about Breaking down the numbers behind a high-scoring win over New Jersey
At the Horn: Devils 1 - Sabres 7
'Eleven different Sabres recorded points while Jack Eichel (1+2) and Johan Larsson (0+3) paced Buffalo with three-point nights. Conor Sheary scored twice, and Eichel, Jeff Skinner, Rasmus Asplund, Victor Olofsson and Henri Jokiharju also found the back of the net.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Devils 1 – Sabres 7
Okposo details recovery from recent concussion
'"I don't have a crystal ball and nobody else has a crystal ball either, but I saw the right people and I got the information that I needed to hear to continue to play. I'm excited to be back and I'm happy to be back out there and feeling fresh and feeling 100 percent."' … [Read more...] about Okposo details recovery from recent concussion
'Founders Night' celebration to mark 50th anniversary of awarding of Sabres' franchise
'Family members of both Knox brothers will be on the ice for a pregame ceremony and video presentation. Family members of the original board of directors also will be recognized throughout the night.' … [Read more...] about ‘Founders Night’ celebration to mark 50th anniversary of awarding of Sabres’ franchise