'For the NHL the move makes a ton of sense. Both the Lightning and Sabres rosters’ are loaded with talented players from Sweden, including former Norris winning defenseman Victor Hedman and 2018 first overall pick Rasmus Dahlin.' … [Read more...] about Sabres are heading to Sweden next season
Archives for 2019
Sabres to take on Lightning in Sweden during NHL Global Series
'On November 8 and 9, the team will take on the Tampa Bay Lightning in Sweden. Those will be the final games in the global series.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to take on Lightning in Sweden during NHL Global Series
Dahlin having historically good rookie season for Sabres
'Four teenage defensemen in the history of the NHL have produced more points than Dahlin in the season immediately after they were drafted: Buffalo's Phil Housley (66 in 1982-83), Bobby Orr of the Boston Bruins (41 in 1966-67), Cam Fowler of the Anaheim Ducks (40 in 2010-11) and Aaron Ekblad of the Florida Panthers (39 in 2014-15).' … [Read more...] about Dahlin having historically good rookie season for Sabres
Dahlin, Sabres to play Hedman, Lightning in Sweden for Global Series
'Dahlin has barely been able to hide his giddiness since learning that the Sabres will face Hedman and the Tampa Bay Lightning in two games at Ericsson Globe in Stockholm on Nov. 8 and 9 as part of the 2019 NHL Global Series. The games will provide the stage to showcase the latest in a line of elite Swedish defensemen, following in the footsteps of Hockey Hall of Famers like … [Read more...] about Dahlin, Sabres to play Hedman, Lightning in Sweden for Global Series
Swedish Sabres eagerly await next season's NHL Global Series
'"They were so happy and excited for the game," Dahlin said. "A lot of my friends, they can't see NHL hockey live because it's over here and it's expensive to fly and stuff like that. I'm super happy for that they can see the game in Sweden."' … [Read more...] about Swedish Sabres eagerly await next season’s NHL Global Series
Sabres to play Lightning in Sweden for 2019 NHL Global Series
'The NHL announced Thursday that Dahlin and the Sabres will participate in the 2019 NHL Global Series with a pair of regular-season games against Victor Hedman and the Tampa Bay Lightning at Ericsson Globe in Stockholm, Sweden on Friday, Nov. 8 and Saturday, Nov. 9.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to play Lightning in Sweden for 2019 NHL Global Series
Sabres again fail to win back-to-back games, despite Carter Hutton standing tall vs. Leafs
'The Sabres (31-33-9) were out-shot, 46-24, including 38-15 over the first two periods, and had 30 fewer shot attempts than the Maple Leafs (44-25-5), who had lost four of their previous five games and were playing the second night of a back-to-back.' … [Read more...] about Sabres again fail to win back-to-back games, despite Carter Hutton standing tall vs. Leafs
Mike Harrington: Plenty to think about in another Toronto victory
'The Sabres were owned in their own building by their archrivals and their fans. Again. Phil Housley was spitting nails after this one. This group of Blue and Gold doesn't seem to have enough hate of the Blue and White like Buffalo team's did in Housley's day. No excuse to be so flat right from the opening faceoff. People want to blame the coach for that. He's not on the ice. … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Plenty to think about in another Toronto victory
Sabres Notebook: Jason Pominville disappointed with being scratched
'"I think it’s just the situation we’re at, trying to see what we have, I guess, and giving opportunities to guys, which is understandable for the position we’re in," Pominville said following the Sabres' optional morning skate. "It (stinks) being the guy that has to sit out but I get that part a little bit. They know what I can bring. They know what I can do for the team, but … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Jason Pominville disappointed with being scratched
The Wraparound: Toronto Maple Leafs 4, Buffalo Sabres 2
'Despite remarkable goaltending from Carter Hutton, the Sabres were plagued by bad luck and poor defense in a 4-2 loss to the Maple Leafs in KeyBank Center, continuing a few ugly trends.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Toronto Maple Leafs 4, Buffalo Sabres 2
Pegula execs push sports wagering at Bills, Sabres games
'But, there’s a big if. If online sports betting is legalized in New York State – which is facing an uphill challenge in Albany at the state Capitol.' … [Read more...] about Pegula execs push sports wagering at Bills, Sabres games
Buffalo Bills, Sabres owner wants fans to be able to bet at games
'State records show the company, which owns both franchises and the Rochester Americans, hired Albany-based lobbying firm Ostroff Associates to a $7,500-a-month contract last month to push its sports-betting interests at the Capitol.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Bills, Sabres owner wants fans to be able to bet at games
Sabres goalie Carter Hutton nearly steals show in loss to Maple Leafs
'Of course, Hutton, who made 42 saves, could only do so much. The Leafs also got lucky.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Carter Hutton nearly steals show in loss to Maple Leafs
Sabres notes: Jason Pominville odd man out again
'“That’s part of the game. I’m not going around high-fiving people because I’m not playing. You want to play. I get the business side of it, for sure.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Jason Pominville odd man out again
Another Nylander hopes a long NHL career is in its infancy
'“I got two years where I had a couple of games in the NHL. I can use that this time. I just want to get better and better here, better defensively, offensively, keep working hard to get my feel going and play well.”' … [Read more...] about Another Nylander hopes a long NHL career is in its infancy