'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
Archives for February 2020
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
Former Sabre Zach Bogosian signs with Tampa Bay Lightning
'Bogosian is expected to play in the Lightning's game on Tuesday against the Toronto Maple Leafs.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabre Zach Bogosian signs with Tampa Bay Lightning
Sabres in playoff push, beat Jets 2-1
'The Sabres were led by Kyle Okposo who scored the only Sabre goals. It was nice to see the veteran step up in a time where they needed it most. Okposo after the game said it was “the team’s playoffs now.” I couldn’t agree anymore with the Sabres now just 6 points back from Toronto and Buffalo has a game in hand.' … [Read more...] about Sabres in playoff push, beat Jets 2-1
Johansson earns first NHL win to lift Sabres past Jets
'The Sabres are eight points behind the New York Islanders, Carolina Hurricanes and Columbus Blue Jackets for the second wild card into the playoffs from the East.' … [Read more...] about Johansson earns first NHL win to lift Sabres past Jets
Johansson, Okposo lead Sabres to win over Jets
'"It was a weekend where we needed to decide how we were going to go out west: still reaching, or not," Krueger said. "And we are reaching."' … [Read more...] about Johansson, Okposo lead Sabres to win over Jets
At the Horn: Jets 1 - Sabres 2
'Zemgus Girgensons recorded two assists to give him three points (1+2) in two games this weekend. The Sabres were coming off a 5-2 road victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Jets 1 – Sabres 2
Sunday's Winnipeg Coverage
Game day: Winnipeg Jets at Buffalo Sabres (Winnipeg Sun) Eichel and Buffalo take on Winnipeg (AP) Scheifele, Jets aim to refuel vs. Sabres (Field Level Media) Jets at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Gameday: Jets at Sabres (WinnipegJets.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Sabres rediscover their identity, start fast in 5-2 win over Pittsburgh
'The start to the game Saturday afternoon was everything coach Ralph Krueger envisioned when preparing the Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rediscover their identity, start fast in 5-2 win over Pittsburgh