Amerks back in first place, win first of two against Laval (Buffalo News) Rocket bowed to Americans (Laval Courrier) Amerks fight off Rocket for 3-2 win in Laval (Amerks.com) Rochester steal two points in 3-2 victory over the Rocket (RocketLaval.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
Archives for 2019
Sabres show maturity in holding off Predators for another home win
'"It’s important to play well at home," Eichel, who had his 13th multi-point game of the season, said. "The best teams in the league do it. They make it a tough place to play and we’ve been trying to do that here. We’re just trying to make it a better and better atmosphere every night, and I thought it was really good tonight. The fans were obviously into it at the end of the … [Read more...] about Sabres show maturity in holding off Predators for another home win
Report: Defenseman Zach Bogosian requests a trade from the Sabres
'Bogosian, who counts $5.142 million against the Sabres' salary cap, is a pending unrestricted free agent. He was drafted third overall by the Atlanta Thrashers in 2008 and was traded along with Evander Kane from the Winnipeg Jets to the Sabres in February 2015.' … [Read more...] about Report: Defenseman Zach Bogosian requests a trade from the Sabres
Ralph Krueger is helping Sabres connect across their eras
'"The part it was important for me to tell Ralph because he's a very people-oriented person is that he's going to love the people. Western New Yorkers are a special brand. They're open, down to earth, love their hockey and love the Sabres. And for him, I knew he would be coming to a great place."' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger is helping Sabres connect across their eras
The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 4, Nashville Predators 3
'Victor Olofsson scored the go-ahead goal for the Sabres (16-11-6) with 11:31 remaining in the third period. Buffalo has earned points in nine of its last 11 games and held on to second place in the Atlantic Division.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 4, Nashville Predators 3
Jack Eichel helping Sabres become heavyweight at home
'After years of futility here – the Sabres won 11 home games all of 2017-18 – they’ve quietly morphed into a heavyweight at KeyBank Center, starting the season 10-2-3.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel helping Sabres become heavyweight at home
Sabres notes: Zach Bogosian healthy scratch as Rasmus Dahlin returns
'Right now, the Sabres have eight healthy, established defensemen, meaning at least one must sit out every game. Rasmus Dahlin returned Thursday following an eight-game absence (concussion) and dressed as the seventh defender.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Zach Bogosian healthy scratch as Rasmus Dahlin returns
Friday's Nashville Coverage
Photo gallery (NHL.com) Preds Fall to Sabres in Buffalo (NashvillePredators.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Nashville Coverage
Eichel scores 2 goals; Sabres beat Predators 4-3
'“It’s important to play well at home,” Eichel said. “The best teams in the league do it. They make it a tough place to play and we’re trying to do that here.”' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores 2 goals; Sabres beat Predators 4-3
NHL trade rumors: Buffalo Sabres' Zach Bogosian requests move, per report
'Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman mentioned Pittsburgh Penguins forward Alex Galchenyuk — who is reportedly on the trade block — as a potential target for the Sabres, who desire help at forward.' … [Read more...] about NHL trade rumors: Buffalo Sabres’ Zach Bogosian requests move, per report
World Junior Championship: How Buffalo Sabres pick Dylan Cozens turned adversity into power
'“Obviously it was disappointing getting hurt at development camp and having to miss a lot of my summer training and the showcase,” he said. “But I still flew in, hung out with the guys and met all the staff. The biggest thing the thumb injury helped with was my lower-body strength, because I wasn’t able to work on my upper body. So I was all focused around explosiveness and … [Read more...] about World Junior Championship: How Buffalo Sabres pick Dylan Cozens turned adversity into power
Sabres defeat the Predators 4-3 on 'Aud Night'
'Thursday night's back-and-forth contest rolled on into the final period of regulation, and with 8:29 gone it was Buffalo again taking a one-goal lead, 4-3. After fanning on a one-time opportunity, Victor Olofsson coralled his own rebound off the end boards and beat Saros for his 13th goal of his rookie campaign.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat the Predators 4-3 on ‘Aud Night’
The Sabres keep their streak going by beating Nashville
'The Sabres went back and forth with Nashville on Thursday night, but, in my mind, they never really looked out of control.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres keep their streak going by beating Nashville
Sabres nail 'Aud Night' atmosphere at KeyBank Center
'While rocking the 1980s royal blue or white jerseys even for warmups would have made for an even better celebration, it is hard to complain with the job the organization did.' … [Read more...] about Sabres nail ‘Aud Night’ atmosphere at KeyBank Center
Report: Bogosian has requested a trade
'The issue with trading Bogosian wouldn't have been his desire to be dealt. Bogosian has a $5.142 million cap hit. There are only 10 teams in the NHL that could take Bogosian's cap hit without sending salary back. Although, with this being the final year of his deal, it would be easier to convince a team to take the contract just until the end of the season.' … [Read more...] about Report: Bogosian has requested a trade