'"Gotta win games, gotta win," Okposo said. "This is our playoffs right now. I think everybody in this room knows what we have to do big picture, but as long as we keep taking it one game at a time. It’s fun when you have a game like today, you don’t play your best but you know you need two points and you find a way to get it. Huge testament to all the guys in the room and … [Read more...] about Sabres close gap in playoff race with statement win on eve of trade deadline
Archives for February 24, 2020
One reason Sabres are actually in race is that they're finally getting some saves
'Carter Hutton was in one of the darkest black holes in franchise history with a 12-game losing streak and has suddenly won five of his last six starts. Linus Ullmark had stretches of 7-2-2 and 5-1 to take over the No. 1 job before he got hurt. Then came Sunday, when rookie Jonas Johansson got his first NHL win in a 2-1 nailbiter over Winnipeg in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about One reason Sabres are actually in race is that they’re finally getting some saves
Kyle Okposo scores twice, delivers strong defensive performance in Sabres win
'"It’s awesome," Zemgus Girgensons, one of Okposo's linemates, said. "He’s been great for us all year, previous years. He’s a role model in the locker room. He’s one of the guys I look up to. It’s great to see him do that. It’s great to play with him."' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo scores twice, delivers strong defensive performance in Sabres win
The Wraparound: Sabres 2, Jets 1
'The Sabres (29-25-8) have won five of their last six games to close within six points of the Atlantic Division's third-place Toronto Maple Leafs. Buffalo will now embark on a four-game road trip, which begins Wednesday night in Colorado.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 2, Jets 1
Kyle Okposo’s goals help Sabres beat Jets, surge back into playoff race
'“We made Jason’s job a little more difficult, which that was our goal is,” Sabres winger Kyle Okposo said after scoring both goals in Sunday’s win. “We like the group that we have in here. We think that we’ve shown some resiliency that’s been missing in the past. It’s shows that we’re turning the page.”' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo’s goals help Sabres beat Jets, surge back into playoff race
Sabres notes: Jonas Johansson dazzles in first NHL win
'“Just sticking to the plan, you’ve got to try to stay relaxed and stay in the moment,” Johansson said of his play during the second period. “That’s just what you’ve got to do and sometimes you have a little luck, too.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Jonas Johansson dazzles in first NHL win
Jimmy Vesey, Sabres’ other UFAs should draw interest at trade deadline
'Vesey, an unrestricted free agent following the season, could be in demand as a rental player as Monday’s trade deadline approaches.' … [Read more...] about Jimmy Vesey, Sabres’ other UFAs should draw interest at trade deadline
Sullivan: Sabres' murky outlook clouds deadline expectations
'But really, you needn’t be a cynic to see the Sabres as little more than a tease, a team with the talent to make little runs and raise temporary hope, but lacking the overall depth and competitive character to sustain it over time.' … [Read more...] about Sullivan: Sabres’ murky outlook clouds deadline expectations
Sabres coach feels he's right man for the job
'"It just fits like a glove here. Nothing feels forced. It’s a big challenge but I felt ready then and feel even more prepared now that I’m well in it, for sure," he told the Free Press over the weekend. "I’m really enjoying working with the players that we have. We have an excellent group of core players. I don’t think we’re missing too many pieces to take the next step."' … [Read more...] about Sabres coach feels he’s right man for the job
Monday's Winnipeg Coverage
Sabres edge Jets 2-1 (Winnipeg Free Press) Winnipeg native makes solid debut as Jet (Winnipeg Free Press) Sabres coach feels he's right man for the job (Winnipeg Free Press) Sluggish Jets lose snails' race 2-1 to Sabres (Winnipeg Sun) Disappointed with trade, Eakin still happy to be in the playoff fight with Jets (Winnipeg Sun) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Wheeler scores, but … [Read more...] about Monday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Monday's Tampa Bay Coverage
Lightning sign former Sabres defenseman Zach Bogosian (Tampa Bay Times) Lightning sign Bogosian after contract terminated by Sabres (AP) Bolts Ink Free Agent Defenseman Bogosian To Deal (WDAE-FM) Lightning sign free agent defenseman Zach Bogosian (TampaBayLightning.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Tampa Bay Coverage
Kyle Okposo scores 2 in Sabres’ 2-1 win over Winnipeg Jets
'By improving to 7-3-1 in its past 11 games, Buffalo moved into a tie for fifth with Montreal in the Atlantic Division standings with 66 points each, and six back of third-place Toronto.' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo scores 2 in Sabres’ 2-1 win over Winnipeg Jets
Okposo's two goals lift Buffalo to a 2-1 win over Winnipeg
'In goal, Jonas Johansson was the star of the game, stopping 25 of 26 shots that he faced to earn his first win in the National Hockey League.' … [Read more...] about Okposo’s two goals lift Buffalo to a 2-1 win over Winnipeg
Sabres use another strong defensive effort to win twice
'The blue and gold played solid defensively over the final 10 minutes of the game. The Jets last shot on goal came thanks to Mark Scheifele with 9:24 to go in regulation. From that point forward, Buffalo protected the puck and the front of the net well so that Johansson was not forced to make any more big saves.' … [Read more...] about Sabres use another strong defensive effort to win twice
5 Observations: Okposo scores twice as Sabres top Jets 2-1
'Jonas Johansson had a very strong outing Sunday afternoon, stopping 25 of the 26 shots he faced. It was certainly his best game as a Sabre and one of the biggest reasons why they escaped with two points.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Okposo scores twice as Sabres top Jets 2-1