'Bailey joined the Flyers for practice Sunday morning, however, interim coach Scott Gordon told reporters that Bailey will not play Monday night against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Instead, Bailey was recalled as a precaution and this gives him an opportunity to learn the team's system.' … [Read more...] about Williamsville product Justin Bailey back in the NHL with Philadelphia
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Jack Eichel takes no moral victory from Sabres’ solid performance in loss
“I don’t know how many times you can take the moral victory anymore,” said captain Jack Eichel, who scored the Sabres’ only goal. “We’re 55 games into the year; how many times can we say, ‘Oh we played well but we didn’t get any points?’ Other teams are getting points, moving up the standings and we’re not. … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel takes no moral victory from Sabres’ solid performance in loss
Sabres notes: Zach Bogosian injury gives Matt Hunwick opportunity
'“I felt pretty good,” said Hunwick, who was paired beside rookie Rasmus Dahlin. “I think a little bit more flow in the second period, we were on the power play quite a bit, so (I) didn’t get quite as much ice time that second period, but still felt pretty good overall.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Zach Bogosian injury gives Matt Hunwick opportunity
Monday's Winnipeg Coverage
Jets earn much-needed win against Buffalo (Winnipeg Free Press) Petan still waiting to see ice time with Jets (Winnipeg Free Press) Wiebe's Game Report: Jets snap skid, Wheeler delivers GWG versus Sabres (Winnipeg Sun) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Wheeler scores late to push Jets to win in Buffalo (WinnipegJets.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Wheeler scores go-ahead goal, Jets beat Sabres 3-1
'The Sabres lost despite outshooting the Jets 36-29, while also going 0 for 5 on the power play. Worse still, Buffalo surrendered a short-handed goal on Copp’s breakaway to open the scoring 3:01 into the second period.' … [Read more...] about Wheeler scores go-ahead goal, Jets beat Sabres 3-1
Winnipeg defeats Sabres 3-1
'Blake Wheeler broke the tie with less than four minutes to go in regulation. The Jets' captain was camped out in front of the net without any issue when he received a pass from Josh Morrisey to make it 2-1 Winnipeg. Morrissey and Mark Scheifele were credited with the assists on the go ahead goal for the visitors. Schiefele would add an empty net goal with just seconds … [Read more...] about Winnipeg defeats Sabres 3-1
The Sabres can't get over the hump and lose to the Jets
'I think the Sabres have shown us once again that they just aren’t quite good enough. This was a tough, even hockey game that was there for either team to grab. The better team grabbed it with just 3:55 remaining in the game. Playing well is fine, but Jack Eichel said "How many times can we say, 'Oh, we played well but we didn't get any points.' Other teams are getting points, … [Read more...] about The Sabres can’t get over the hump and lose to the Jets
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Jets
'"We played a solid hockey game, just one mistake late cost us."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Jets
5 Observations: Jets score late, knock off Sabres 3-1
'Goaltending has been an area of concern for the Sabres since their 10-game win streak came to an end in November. Despite getting handed the loss, I was very impressed with Carter Hutton's performance against the Jets. He stopped several quality scoring chances from the Jets and was beat on two plays where he was left out to dry. With two more games left on the homestand, I … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Jets score late, knock off Sabres 3-1
Wheeler's late goal sinks Sabres
'"It's a tough one," a near speachless Kyle Okposo added after the game. "They made a play when it mattered. That's it. I thought we outplayed them the a lot of the game. They had their chances but, they made a play when it mattered."' … [Read more...] about Wheeler’s late goal sinks Sabres
Jets get past Sabres, end skid at three
'"It stinks because of the position we're in," Buffalo coach Phil Housley said. "We need points. It was tough because we win a game [Saturday] and I thought in the past our effort, or just the way we were playing, wasn't indicative of tonight. We came and we charged. It was a good, solid game by us."' … [Read more...] about Jets get past Sabres, end skid at three
Sabres come up short in tight contest with Jets
'"We were moving the puck quick and getting it up north," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "From that point, we were on the attack. The guys did a really good job of protecting the puck down low. They were cutting back, grinding it out, making them defend. We just didn't get anything off it, but that sometimes is going to happen in a tight game."' … [Read more...] about Sabres come up short in tight contest with Jets
Sunday's Winnipeg Coverage
Jets gameday: Five keys to Jets vs Sabres (Winnipeg Sun) Sabres set on refocusing ahead of Jets matchup (The Sports Xchange) Jets at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Game Day: Jets at Sabres (WinnipegJets.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Sabres pounce on power play, setting stage for 3-1 win over Red Wings
'"I think the power play is really doing a good job possessing the puck in the zone," Housley said afterward. "I would like to see them shoot a little bit more. You saw two goals that came by just getting pucks to the net, but they have done a terrific job in the month of February. It’s been a whole different story than it was in January. … We’re going to need them, especially … [Read more...] about Sabres pounce on power play, setting stage for 3-1 win over Red Wings
Linus Ullmark stands tall again, backstops Sabres with 28 saves
'The Sabres made Ullmark's job easier with their improved defensive play. Jake McCabe and Zach Bogosian laid out to break up 2-on-1 backdoor passes. For the most part, they kept the Red Wings' scoring chances to the short side and cleared traffic from in front of the net.' … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark stands tall again, backstops Sabres with 28 saves