'“It was unfortunate, no one around me, just kind of got stuck with my left skate and fell,” Olofsson said after returning to practice Saturday. “It happens. I’ve been trying to stay positive. I’ve been working very hard to come back here.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Victor Olofsson practices, nearing return from lower-body injury
Archives for February 2020
Sabres assign Rasmus Asplund, Lawrence Pilut to Amerks
'Asplund, 22, has scored one goal and two points in 29 games with the Sabres this season. Meanwhile, Pilut, 24, has compiled zero points in 10 NHL outings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Rasmus Asplund, Lawrence Pilut to Amerks
Sunday's Anaheim Coverage
Eichel, Sabres to host the Ducks (AP) Ducks bid to cap strong road trip with win vs. Sabres (Field Level Media) Ducks at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Preview: Ducks Look to Finish Road Trip on a High Note in Buffalo (AnaheimDucks.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Anaheim Coverage
Olofsson joins the Sabres on the ice for Saturday's practice
'Olofsson admitted that he is, “not quite there yet, but it was nice to get the feel of the game again and it’s good kind of have a little bit. I know it’s not much contact, but [to have] a few guys around you, you have to kind of be aware of where you have your teammates and the opponents.” He worked into the team’s 3-on-1 drill, interchanging with Johan Larsson on the wing. … [Read more...] about Olofsson joins the Sabres on the ice for Saturday’s practice
Sabres send Pilut and Asplund to Rochester
'Asplund had a lenghty call up for his first NHL action since being drafted in the second round of the 2016 NHL Draft. Seeing limited minutes as a rookie, Asplund collected three points (1+2) in 29 NHL games, while averaging 10:50 of ice time per-game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send Pilut and Asplund to Rochester
Sabres fans stage protest over the team's management
'"They've neglected the team for nine years. Terry Pegula hasn't showed up in public behind the microphone for the news - for anybody - to talk about the Sabres in three years since we hired Jason Botterill," said Peter Tripi, who organized Saturday's protest. "What's been going on - it's sad, it's disappointing, and the worst part about it is that management refuses to … [Read more...] about Sabres fans stage protest over the team’s management
Frustrated fans “Pack the Plaza” to protest Sabres performance
'“What we’re really hoping for is that management just acknowledges the fans. Just acknowledge the fact that we’re not content with what’s going on we’re not happy with the way that the organization is being run from the inside. That they see the passion of fans and reciprocate that passion and show that they care about this team too,” said event organizer Peter Tripi.' … [Read more...] about Frustrated fans “Pack the Plaza” to protest Sabres performance
Olofsson back at practice with Sabres, won't play against Ducks
'Olofsson has 35 points (16 goals, 19 assists) in 42 games, second in the NHL among rookies in goals behind Chicago Blackhawks forward Dominik Kubalik (21) and third in points behind Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes and Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar.' … [Read more...] about Olofsson back at practice with Sabres, won’t play against Ducks
Olofsson back at Sabres practice on Saturday
'"I've been trying to stay really positive and just look at it as an opportunity to get stronger and come back with a fresh start and fresh mind," he said. "I'm looking forward to it."' … [Read more...] about Olofsson back at Sabres practice on Saturday
Sabres assign Pilut, Asplund to Rochester
'Asplund has nine points (1+8) in 18 AHL games this year. With Buffalo, he has three points (1+2) in 29 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Pilut, Asplund to Rochester
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks blanked by Marlies (Buffalo News) Amerks blanked by Marlies (Amerks.com) Marlies Blank Americans 4-0 (Marlies.ca) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres need to bring a suddenly improving road show back home
'Defense that chokes the neutral zone. Crisp breakouts. Stellar passing. Nifty finishes. All backed by strong goaltending. It all seems so simple. It's the recipe that should win anywhere.' … [Read more...] about Sabres need to bring a suddenly improving road show back home
Tom Golisano, Larry Quinn to be honored by Sabres as part of '2000s Night'
'As in previous decade ceremonies, a large group of alumni is scheduled to be introduced. Subject to change, the current roster of alumni slated to attend is highlighted by former captains Daniel Briere and Jason Pominville, current team broadcasters Martin Biron and Andrew Peters, Sabres development coach Adam Mair and Angola native and youth hockey director Patrick Kaleta.' … [Read more...] about Tom Golisano, Larry Quinn to be honored by Sabres as part of ‘2000s Night’
The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 3, New York Rangers 2
'Hutton was particularly sharp in the third period of this one, stopping the first 17 shots he faced before Mika Zibanejad snapped his shutout bid with 2:53 to go. Hutton finished with 37 saves but things got hairy after Chris Kreider's power-play goal with 1:38 left. The Rangers outshot Buffalo, 23-6, in the third period and 39-28 for the game.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 3, New York Rangers 2
Saturday's New York Coverage
Rangers’ late rally comes up short in loss to Sabres (New York Post) Rookie Kaapo Kakko a big Rangers’ silver lining in lost night (New York Post) Rangers’ Alexandar Georgiev ‘solid’ in spot start (New York Post) Rangers rally late, but it isn't enough in loss to Sabres (Newsday) Rangers coach David Quinn gains some faith in Kaapo Kakko for his effort against Buffalo … [Read more...] about Saturday’s New York Coverage