Leafs finally sound at both ends of the ice for much-needed win over Sabres (Toronto Sun) Backup Garret Sparks backs up his comments in leading Leafs over Sabres (Toronto Star) Another Nylander hopes a long NHL career is in its infancy (Toronto Star) Steady Sparks walks the walk in Maple Leafs’ win over Sabres (Sportsnet) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Toronto Coverage
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Tavares, Matthews lead Maple Leafs to 4-2 win over Sabres
'“It’s obviously frustrating here on home ice,” goalie Carter Hutton said. “We get a big win and then we can’t answer the bell here today.”' … [Read more...] about Tavares, Matthews lead Maple Leafs to 4-2 win over Sabres
Toronto holds on to beat Sabres 4-2
'Alex Nylander's first NHL goal of the season trimmed the Sabres deficit to 3-2 in the third period. Vladimir Sobotka and Zach Bogosian were credited with the assists on the goal. The blue and gold had several more chances throughout the final period, but Sparks was able to keep the team from tying the game.' … [Read more...] about Toronto holds on to beat Sabres 4-2
The Sabres are a no show against the Leafs
'There are too many nights lately where this team just throws their sticks out there and it may leave no choice for the Pegula’s and Jason Botterill other than to fire Housley.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres are a no show against the Leafs
From the locker room: Sabres-Maple Leafs
'"Carter Hutton bailed us out in the first and second period. You know, we knew the magnitude of this game, the rivalry, and we didn't execute early. You know, we couldn't make a wall play, we didn't move our feet when we had the puck, we turned the puck over and then it came right back after us and we were chasing, chasing a lot. You know, couldn't kill the cycle, then when we … [Read more...] about From the locker room: Sabres-Maple Leafs
Botterill - "We're disappointed we're not in the playoff run right now"
'"Just like our players and our coaching staff, we're disappointed we're not in the playoff run right now. But, it's a situation where, whether it's a Rasmus Dahlin, whether it's Sam Reinhart having a career year or it's Jack Eichel continuing to take on a leadership role as our captain, we're excited about the development of our young players."' … [Read more...] about Botterill – “We’re disappointed we’re not in the playoff run right now”
5 Observations: Maple Leafs sweep season series, top Sabres 4-2
'I feel bad for Carter Hutton.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Maple Leafs sweep season series, top Sabres 4-2
Maple Leafs defeat Sabres, gain in Atlantic Division
'"I wish I could put it into words. It's obviously frustrating," Hutton said. "A lot of us wear it on our sleeve here. We put so much into this. … It's frustrating. You want to win."' … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs defeat Sabres, gain in Atlantic Division
Sabres fall to Leafs despite strong outing from Hutton
'"Carter Hutton bailed us out first and second period," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "We knew the magnitude of this game, the rivalry. We didn't execute early. We couldn't make a wall play. We didn't move our feet when we had the puck."' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Leafs despite strong outing from Hutton
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Sabres prospect Rasmus Asplund gaining maturity with Amerks (Buffalo News) Amerks gearing up for home stretch (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres looking to wipe out a pair of ugly streaks as Leafs come to town
'Indeed, the Sabres have found no success against the Leafs in recent games. They're 0-2-1 this season and in danger of going winless in a season series against Toronto for the first time since 1987. And their current four-game losing streak against Toronto (0-3-1) is their longest since a five-gamer in 1972.' … [Read more...] about Sabres looking to wipe out a pair of ugly streaks as Leafs come to town
Goalie Carter Hutton adapting to Sabres, getting better results
'“I feel like I’ve had to kind of change how I play a little bit compared to years past with an older, veteran defensive group,” said Hutton, who will likely start Wednesday’s home contest against the Toronto Maple Leafs. “I thought things were a little bit more predictable in years past for me. Where I thought this year, there’s a lot of young guys and sometimes a little bit … [Read more...] about Goalie Carter Hutton adapting to Sabres, getting better results
Sabres’ Alexander Nylander believes he can stick in NHL: ‘I’m ready for this’
'“He’s taking advantage of the opportunity,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said. “Each and every game he’s seems to get better. His linemates are helping him out, they play a fast game. He’s just getting more confident down low, in the corner. He’s driving on cycles, he’s making plays up ice and he’s using his speed."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Alexander Nylander believes he can stick in NHL: ‘I’m ready for this’
Wednesday's Toronto Coverage
Toronto Maple Leafs at Buffalo Sabres gameday (Toronto Sun) Wednesday NHL game preview: Toronto Maple Leafs at Buffalo Sabres (Toronto Star) Leafs look to get back on track with trip to Sabres (The Sports Xchange) Maple Leafs at Sabres preview (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Toronto Coverage
Deadline duds: Did Sabres actually take step backwards adding Montour?
'Montour requires a new contract at the end of the season, but he’s not a rental. As a restricted free agent, the 24-year-old is under Buffalo’s control for the foreseeable future. And with Rasmus Dahlin, Casey Mittelstadt, Sam Reinhart and Jack Eichel all under the age of 24, the future looks brighter than it may have appeared the past few weeks — especially now that Montour … [Read more...] about Deadline duds: Did Sabres actually take step backwards adding Montour?