'Cozens scored his second goal of the tournament with 8:58 remaining in the second period to tie the score, 1-1, and he was on the ice in the final moments to help Canada clinch its second gold medal in three years. The 18-year-old finished the tournament with nine points in seven games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Dylan Cozens wins gold with Canada at world juniors
Archives for January 2020
The Sabres enjoyed hosting their Skills Competition
'There were a lot of kids in the stands and you could hear them cheering and see their smiles. Okposo said, “It’s just nice for the fans to see us more candid because that’s how we are, we just joke around which is how we are off the ice, so I think it was pretty special for the fans to get a glimpse into that.”' … [Read more...] about The Sabres enjoyed hosting their Skills Competition
Players enjoy time with family, fans at Skills Challenge
'"It's just nice, I think, for the fans to kind of see us just more candid and that's just kind of how we are. We just joke around," Okposo said. "I think it was pretty special for the fans to get a glimpse into that. The kids just looked like they had a ton of fun in the stands just cheering us on. It was just a really special day."' … [Read more...] about Players enjoy time with family, fans at Skills Challenge
Just like the '90s, Sabres have to play beyond their talent level
'They won this game on special teams, where they've lost too many this season. Sam Reinhart rifled home a power-play goal and the penalty kill was 3 for 3. It killed off two big ones in the first period, the first ending just 15 seconds before Henri Jokiharju got the game's first goal. Linus Ullmark had a shutout for nearly 53 minutes while starting for the 13th time in 14 … [Read more...] about Just like the ’90s, Sabres have to play beyond their talent level
The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 3, Florida Panthers 2
'"Conor really seems to be finding a bit of a rhythm, and I don’t think we can forget how Sam Reinhart has been performing of late and how he’s consistently taking responsibility in getting to the net and doing a lot of good things to create, too," Krueger said. "To create layers of offense is what a good team does when top scorers drop out, and I thought there was opportunity … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 3, Florida Panthers 2
As expected, estranged Pat LaFontaine not part of Sabres' '90s Day ceremonies
'Pat LaFontaine, one of just seven Sabres to have his number retired by the club and the only member of the trio to play his entire Buffalo career in the decade, was not on the poster or at the ceremony. The estrangement of LaFontaine from the team he served as president of for four months during the 2013-14 season continues with no end in sight.' … [Read more...] about As expected, estranged Pat LaFontaine not part of Sabres’ ’90s Day ceremonies
Sabres use special teams, secondary scoring to beat Panthers
'If the Sabres keep performing like they did for 50 minutes Saturday, they could generate even more excitement in these parts.' … [Read more...] about Sabres use special teams, secondary scoring to beat Panthers
Sabres notes: Scott Wilson rewarded for strong start with Amerks
'“Just being aggressive,” Wilson said he was told by the Sabres. “They know, too, when you’re coming back from injuries, it’s kind of second nature to hold back (in) some areas of the ice. The last few weeks I really focused on being physical, being aggressive, getting in on the forecheck.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Scott Wilson rewarded for strong start with Amerks
Wayne Primeau on Sabres’ Dalton Smith: ‘He never gave up, he never quit’
'“It kind of came out from left field,” Primeau said of his nephew being joining the Sabres. “I mean, I don’t think anybody was really expecting it. So when we got the news, we were all ecstatic, super happy for him.”' … [Read more...] about Wayne Primeau on Sabres’ Dalton Smith: ‘He never gave up, he never quit’
Sunday's Florida Coverage
Photo gallery (Miami Herald) Photo gallery (NHL.com) 5 Takeaways: Panthers' Rally Falls Short in Loss to Sabres (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Florida Coverage
Reinhart leads Sabres in 3-2 win over Panthers
'“Creating layers of offense is what a good team does when top scorers drop out,” coach Ralph Krueger said. “I am happy with secondary scoring of late. We need to continue to develop at least three lines that can chip in here.”' … [Read more...] about Reinhart leads Sabres in 3-2 win over Panthers
Sabres defeat Panthers 3-2
'Evgeny Dadonov made things a bit concerning late in the 3rd, as Ullmark could not cover up and Dadonov took advantage. The Panthers kept the pressure going for the final minute of play, but it wasn't enough.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Panthers 3-2
The Sabres win a game with special teams
'There were many things to like in this game but to me, it was the penalty killing went 3-for-3 and Buffalo scored on its first power play to chase Sergei Bobrovski.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres win a game with special teams
Sabres win second straight game with 3-2 win over Florida Panthers
'Saturday's win was the Sabres' first game without Victor Olofsson in the lineup; he'll be out for another five to six weeks. Jeff Skinner likely won't see the ice for the rest of January, either. So the Sabres are facing a stretch without two of their best shooters.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win second straight game with 3-2 win over Florida Panthers
Sabres win to keep close with divisional rival Florida
'The Sabres stand at 45 points, good for 5th in the Atlantic, while the Panthers are at 47, currently 4th. The Sabres have won all three games vs. Florida this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win to keep close with divisional rival Florida