'"I'm not sure what they really mean," Pominville said. "To be honest, I don't really look at them. I'm sure most guys are the same way. To me, analytics show shots but it doesn’t show battle, compete, those types of things. It doesn’t really mean much."' … [Read more...] about While Phil Housley, management take analytics ‘seriously,’ some Sabres remain skeptical
Archives for 2019
Mike Harrington: It should be obvious to Pegulas what to do with Sabres
'This is no newsflash, but the bottom line is that Terry and Kim Pegula don't know what they're doing in running a professional sports franchise and have proven that over and over.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It should be obvious to Pegulas what to do with Sabres
Sabres recall winger Victor Olofsson from Rochester
'There is also the possibility that Botterill wants to see if Olofsson can help the struggling Sabres. They are amid a 13-game winless streak away from KeyBank Center, have not won back-to-back games since Dec. 13 and were shut out in four of their previous nine games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall winger Victor Olofsson from Rochester
Prospect Victor Olofsson joins reeling Sabres
'His presence should make Thursday’s game a little more interesting. The Sabres, losers of four straight contests, are playing out the string. Six games are left this season.' … [Read more...] about Prospect Victor Olofsson joins reeling Sabres
Thursday's Detroit Coverage
Detroit Red Wings vs. Buffalo Sabres: Teams vie for draft lottery status (Detroit Free Press) Red Wings look to finish trip strong against Sabres (The Sports Xchange) Red Wings at Sabres preview (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Detroit Coverage
'A pretty surreal moment': Borgen, a former Moorhead hockey player, discusses NHL debut
'"It's a pretty cool thing because you get so many texts from family and friends that are excited for you and congratulating you," Borgen said. "It's really nice to have all the support. You think back to the people who help you get here like your coaches, family and parents. It's just a cool thing to have all the people involved."' … [Read more...] about ‘A pretty surreal moment’: Borgen, a former Moorhead hockey player, discusses NHL debut
Eichel on Sabres slide: 'It's been embarrassing for us'
'"We can't go out there and play like that and expect to win. We've got six games left. I've said this before: everyone has something to play for. And at this point, really, everyone has something to play for. I mean, I think just the way that the last little bit's gone; it's been embarrassing for us. ' … [Read more...] about Eichel on Sabres slide: ‘It’s been embarrassing for us’
Sabres call up Olofsson from the Amerks
'This move is likely a chance for Olofsson to showcase himself with the Sabres in the final handful of games in the regular season. Buffalo has six games remaining in the 2018-19 season, while the Amerks have nine remaining in the regular season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres call up Olofsson from the Amerks
Sabres recall Olofsson from Amerks
'In his first season in North America, Olofsson has recorded a team-high 60 points (27+33) through 64 AHL games, leading all Rochester skaters in goals and assists. He is tied for the AHL lead with nine game-winning goals in 2018-19 and also ranks in the top 10 in the league in points (T-5th) and goals (T-10th).' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Olofsson from Amerks
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks lose first after Olofsson callup by Sabres (Buffalo News) Pascal Laberge nets hat trick as Phantoms knock off Rochester (Allentown Morning Call) Amerks make late push, but fall to Phantoms in overtime (Amerks.com) Laberge Hat Trick with Overtime Winner Propels Big Win (PhantomsHockey.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
'Embarrassing' loss to Ottawa gives Sabres the NHL's worst record since Nov. 28
'The Sabres have been shut out four times in their last nine games and they have only three wins over their last 20 games, dropping 11 of their last 12. They have not won back-to-back games since Dec. 13, and were officially eliminated from playoff contention with a 7-4 loss Saturday in Montreal.' … [Read more...] about ‘Embarrassing’ loss to Ottawa gives Sabres the NHL’s worst record since Nov. 28
Sabres Notebook: Will Borgen a 'little nervous' before NHL debut in Ottawa
'“It was kind of a surprise," Borgen beamed. "I was downstairs having breakfast and [Amerks coach Chris Taylor] called me up and told me the news up in his room. It was pretty crazy. I got a little nervous right away, but excited, too.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Will Borgen a ‘little nervous’ before NHL debut in Ottawa
The Wraparound: Ottawa Senators 4, Buffalo Sabres 0
'With a 4-0 road loss to the Senators, Buffalo became the first team since the 1993-94 Winnipeg Jets to drop 13 consecutive road games and have a league-worst 35 points since their 10-game winning streak.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Ottawa Senators 4, Buffalo Sabres 0
Terry Pegula: New Bills stadium would be 'scaled-down ... Buffalo style'
'Asked if he felt he could justify bringing back Housley, Terry Pegula said, "Yeah, yeah, yeah. He's a young coach and he was a great player and I think he can grow as a coach."' … [Read more...] about Terry Pegula: New Bills stadium would be ‘scaled-down … Buffalo style’
Sabres sign Casey Fitzgerald to entry-level contract
'The former third-round pick will report to the Rochester Americans and play in the AHL on an amateur tryout agreement the rest of the season. His contract, which carries an average annual value of $925,000, will kick in next season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Casey Fitzgerald to entry-level contract