'"Rasmus Dahlin was outstanding and he earned his 24 minutes," coach Ralph Krueger said. "Just pleased to see how he’s come out of his injury, and he seems fresh and energized and definitely helps on the power play, too."' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin stands up to Islanders, ignites Sabres’ power play
Archives for 2019
Sabres hand Amerks an early Christmas present, former first-round pick Mittelstadt
'Mittelstadt struggled in training camp picking up new coach Ralph Krueger’s defensive system and was rumored to be in danger of being assigned to the minors then before a strong camp finish.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hand Amerks an early Christmas present, former first-round pick Mittelstadt
Sabres send struggling Casey Mittelstadt to Amerks
'The former eighth overall pick has mustered just one goal and two points in his last 21 contests and endured a 16-game goal drought before scoring Nov. 29. In a few of his recent appearances, Sabres coach Ralph Krueger shifted Mittelstadt to winger. In his last two games, he skated less than 11 minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send struggling Casey Mittelstadt to Amerks
Reports: Former Sabre Vladimir Tsyplakov passes away at 50
'Former general manager Darcy Regier acquired Tsyplakov from the Kings for an eighth-round midway through the 1999-00 season. He remained with the Sabres through 2000-01.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Former Sabre Vladimir Tsyplakov passes away at 50
Sabres demote under-performing center Mittelstadt to minors
'The 21-year-old has four goals and five assists in 31 games this season, and limited to just a goal and an assist in his past 21. Buffalo selected the play-making center with the eighth pick in the 2017 draft following his senior year in high school.' … [Read more...] about Sabres demote under-performing center Mittelstadt to minors
The Sabres send Mittelstadt to Rochester
'Sitting in the stands wasn’t going to help this youngster, and Amerks coach Chris Taylor has done a terrific job in the development of young players.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres send Mittelstadt to Rochester
2017 first round pick Casey Mittelstadt assigned to Rochester Americans
'Mittelstadt was taken 8th overall in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. He will a restricted free agent this summer.' … [Read more...] about 2017 first round pick Casey Mittelstadt assigned to Rochester Americans
Sabres send struggling Mittelstadt to Rochester
'Last season, following the trade of Ryan O’Reilly, Mittelstadt was thrust into the role as the Sabres’ second line center. The then 20-year-old had his share of ups and downs in his rookie year and finished with 12 goals and 25 total points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send struggling Mittelstadt to Rochester
Sabres assign Mittelstadt to Rochester
'Mittelstadt has four goals and five assists in 31 games this season. The 21-year-old center has recorded 39 points (17+22) in 114 NHL games, dating back to the end of the 2017-18 season. He was Buffalo's first-round pick (eighth overall) in the 2017 NHL Draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Mittelstadt to Rochester
Sabres take a 'huge step' by pushing back in overtime loss to Islanders
'"It’s unfortunate," Eichel, who scored his 23rd goal of the season, said inside the visitors' dressing room. "It’s a tough turnover by me in the overtime there. ... It’s obviously frustrating to not get two points."' … [Read more...] about Sabres take a ‘huge step’ by pushing back in overtime loss to Islanders
The Wraparound: Islanders 3, Sabres 2 (OT)
'The Sabres (16-11-7) failed to extend their win streak to a season-best four games and dropped to 4-1-2 in December.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Islanders 3, Sabres 2 (OT)
Sunday's New York Coverage
Anthony Beauvillier rescues a win for Islanders with overtime goal vs. Sabres (Newsday) Best: Beauvillier finds legs to score OT winner for Isles (Newsday) Josh Bailey sticks up for Isles tough guy Ross Johnston (Newsday) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Notebook: Beauvillier's OT Winner Leads Isles Over Sabres (NewYorkIslanders.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s New York Coverage
Isles extend home streak to 6 with 3-2 OT win over Sabres
'Sabres coach Ralph Krueger was upbeat despite the defeat. “It was an outstanding hockey game, hard fought to the last second,’’ he said. “They played their game and I was proud we played our game. I thought there were a lot of times we dominated but didn’t create scoring chances. Disappointing in overtime but generally a super effort by the guys.”' … [Read more...] about Isles extend home streak to 6 with 3-2 OT win over Sabres
Sabres fight until the end, fall 3-2 to Islanders in OT
'As advertised, the Islanders were tough as could be on the penalty kill. Mathew Barzal sat in the box in the waning minutes for roughing. Buffalo went to work in the New York zone, and with around two-minutes left Ullmark vacated his net for the extra skater to give the Sabres a 6-on-4 advantage. After a scrum in the corner, Rasmus Ristolainen emerged with the puck and got … [Read more...] about Sabres fight until the end, fall 3-2 to Islanders in OT
The Sabres played the Islanders tough and even, but lost in overtime
'I thought there were many parts of this game where the Sabres were outstanding. The style Barry Trotz plays can be very frustrating because his team plays it well and they never let up. He makes teams fight for every inch and it was a hard fought and well earned point.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres played the Islanders tough and even, but lost in overtime