'Buffalo seized control early in the opening period of the season, jumping out to a massive shot advantage of 14-3 in the early goings inside PPG Paints Arena. The blue and gold were rewarded on one of those early shots, just 5:23 into the campaign. Former Penguin Conor Sheary scored yet another goal against his former employer, off a feed from Casey Mittelstadt. Sheary beat … [Read more...] about Sabres win season opener over Penguins, 3-1
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Sabres play a complete game and won in Ralph Krueger's debut
'In four games against his old team, Conor Sheary has four goals and two assists. He made a really good play on the wall winning a battle. Casey Mittelstadt showed great hustle to get back and keep the puck in. The kid showed so much confidence in feeding Sheary with a perfect pass and it was 1-0.' … [Read more...] about Sabres play a complete game and won in Ralph Krueger’s debut
The Sabres bring back Olofsson and Jokiharju
'All these moves were made in reverse on Tuesday to get under the NHL salary cap. Now that Zach Bogosian and Matt Hunwick have been put on long-term injured reserve, the Sabres have the room to bring back Olofsson and Jokiharju.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres bring back Olofsson and Jokiharju
Sabres top Penguins 3-1 in season opener
'The second-year Sabre has done well against his former team while wearing blue and gold and it continued in the season opener.' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Penguins 3-1 in season opener
The Buffalo Sabres' biggest fan is a 95-year-old woman from Cheektowaga
'Szczepanksi does not miss a game so, the entire team is very familiar with who she is. They have even nick named her "Momzie."' … [Read more...] about The Buffalo Sabres’ biggest fan is a 95-year-old woman from Cheektowaga
Sheary Strikes Twice In Sabres 3-1 Season Opener Victory
'50 years ago, the Buffalo Sabres opened up their first season in the NHL with a win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Fast forward 50 years later, and the Sabres opened up their 2019-20 season with a 3-1 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins.' … [Read more...] about Sheary Strikes Twice In Sabres 3-1 Season Opener Victory
4 Observations: Sabres vs. Penguins
'There were a lot of questions surrounding the style of play new bench boss Ralph Krueger was going to implement. Thursday night it was apparent, the Blue and Gold had bought in. There was speed, along with pace bringing the puck out of the zone. There was stick to stick, creative passing we haven’t seen from this group in quite some time. They were innovative both in the zone, … [Read more...] about 4 Observations: Sabres vs. Penguins
Sheary scores twice, Sabres defeat Penguins in season opener
'It was Buffalo's first regulation win against Pittsburgh in 19 games dating to April 23, 2013 (the Penguins were 15-0-3).' … [Read more...] about Sheary scores twice, Sabres defeat Penguins in season opener
Sheary scores twice to lead Sabres to season-opening victory
'"We've been working on very high-pressure systems so you need to be in excellent shape, which all of these guys came into training camp in," head coach Ralph Krueger, who earned his first win with Buffalo, said. "We need to keep our feet moving and skating all the time."' … [Read more...] about Sheary scores twice to lead Sabres to season-opening victory
At the Horn: Sabres 3 - Penguins 1
'Conor Sheary scored twice for the Sabres, giving him four goals and two assists in four games against his former team. Rasmus Dahlin also scored, while Casey Mittelstadt tallied a pair of helpers.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Sabres 3 – Penguins 1
Part of the plan: How Victor Olofsson carved his path to opening night
'His journey to this point has been an exercise in patience. It's been five years since the Sabres selected Olofsson with the 181st pick in the 2014 NHL Draft, each representing another checked box in a plan he trusted would ultimately lead him to this day.' … [Read more...] about Part of the plan: How Victor Olofsson carved his path to opening night
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks drop the puck tonight: Here are 5 things to look for (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks sign Murray to one-year AHL deal (Amerks.com) Amerks 2019-20 season preview (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
'Enough with the dress rehearsals': Sabres ready to start season under Ralph Krueger
'"Just an excitement that we’re finally launching games that really matter," Krueger said following practice Wednesday in KeyBank Center. "I think the process has given us a lot of confidence for that. You would be nervous if you thought the team wasn’t prepared or uncertain of how they need to play. We feel like the process has gone as smoothly as possible. I have to tell you, … [Read more...] about ‘Enough with the dress rehearsals’: Sabres ready to start season under Ralph Krueger
Jimmy Vesey once spurned the Sabres. Now he hopes to produce for them
'"Obviously he's a smart guy and I don't think he let all that noise and a lot of that garbage that went on get the best of him," Eichel said Sunday in KeyBank Center. "He took some heat for going into free agency but at the end of the day it's his career and his life. Why would you limit yourself to one team when you can potentially be in different markets?"' … [Read more...] about Jimmy Vesey once spurned the Sabres. Now he hopes to produce for them
Analyzing the Sabres' first roster under new coach Ralph Krueger
'Rather than parting ways with players who struggled under former coach Phil Housley, Botterill is hoping new coach Ralph Krueger gets more production out of the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Analyzing the Sabres’ first roster under new coach Ralph Krueger