'"You want to be with the team, you want to be in the mix," Ullmark said after improving to 17-14-3 this season. "You want to be there and do what you do best. Obviously you can’t buy the feeling of winning, so it was great to get the first win here."' … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark returns to lineup, stands tall to help Sabres snap skid
Archives for March 10, 2020
It was a weird day and night -- and not just because Sabres finally won
'That said, close media contact is one thing these leagues are trying to get away from for now. A picture went across Twitter of Dallas' Joe Pavelski talking behind a microphone with a large table between him and reporters. The Center for Disease Control reportedly wants a 6-foot distance between people. The Stars made sure of that. You saw Auston Matthews at a podium in … [Read more...] about It was a weird day and night — and not just because Sabres finally won
Sabres make alternate arrangements as pro leagues ban media from locker rooms
'"After consultation with infectious disease and public health experts, and given the issues that can be associated with close contact in pre- and postgame settings, all team locker rooms and clubhouses will be open only to players and essential employees of teams and team facilities until further notice," the statement said. "Media access will be maintained in designated … [Read more...] about Sabres make alternate arrangements as pro leagues ban media from locker rooms
The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 3, Washington Capitals 2 (SO)
'The Sabres (30-31-8) had scored two or fewer goals in seven straight games and blew a two-goal lead in the third period.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 3, Washington Capitals 2 (SO)
Sabres win in shootout after late goal disallowed: ‘Soft, questionable call’
'After newcomer Dominik Kahun scored in the seventh round of the shootout, goalie Linus Ullmark stopped Washington forward Richard Panik, securing the Sabres’ first win since Feb. 23.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win in shootout after late goal disallowed: ‘Soft, questionable call’
Sabres notes: Wayne Simmonds doesn’t regret waiving no-trade clause
'“You can pick and choose your destinations sometimes but it doesn’t always work out,” Simmonds said prior to the game inside KeyBank Center. “So for me, it was they wanted me so this is the team. I wanted to give an opportunity where I can come and try to get my game in shape and hopefully help with the team.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Wayne Simmonds doesn’t regret waiving no-trade clause
Tuesday's Washington Coverage
Capitals finish ‘average at best’ road trip with a shootout loss against the Sabres (Washington Post) Caps' comeback bid falls short in a shootout loss to lowly Buffalo (NBC Sports Washington) Ovechkin's wake-up call, Holtby is frustrated and some power play notes (NBC Sports Washington) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Caps Settle for Single in Shootout Loss (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Washington Coverage
Kahun scores shootout goal in Sabres 3-2 win over Capitals
'“It was a very frustrating experience,” Krueger said of how Brandon Montour’s go-ahead goal with 2:48 remaining in regulation was negated when Jeff Skinner was penalized for bumping into Capitals goalie Braden Holtby. “It was a very, very, very soft, questionable call.”' … [Read more...] about Kahun scores shootout goal in Sabres 3-2 win over Capitals
Sabres buck losing skid, beat Capitals 3-2 in shootout
'It turned into a marathon, but the Sabres emerged victorious in seven rounds in the shootout. Rasmus Dahlin scored the first goal in the fourth round, but it was quickly matched by Washington's Evgeny Kuznetsov. Later on, Dominik Kahun beat Holtby in the seventh round. In the back half of the frame, Ullmark stopped the Capitals' Richard Panik to end things inside KeyBank … [Read more...] about Sabres buck losing skid, beat Capitals 3-2 in shootout
The NHL making changes due to the caronavirus
'Players will not be upset that the media isn’t in their room. Sam Reinhart said he’s doing the basics to protect himself, “I think with the media it’s tough not to see it, but you try to take care of yourself for sure.”' … [Read more...] about The NHL making changes due to the caronavirus
Sabres snap losing streak, top Capitals 3-2 in SO
'Dominik Kahun scored the shootout winner and Linus Ullmark turned away 33 of the 35 shots he faced in his first game since returning from injury.' … [Read more...] about Sabres snap losing streak, top Capitals 3-2 in SO
Sabres hold off Caps, win 3-2 in shootout
'With 2:48 left the Sabres would score a goal that would’ve been the go ahead goal but was disallowed by the refs after they ruled Jeff Skinner interfered with the goalie. The call was questionable.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hold off Caps, win 3-2 in shootout
Capitals regain Metropolitan Division lead with shootout loss to Sabres
'"You want to be with the team, you want to be in the mix, you want to be there and do what you do best," Ullmark said. "Obviously you can't buy the feeling of winning, so it was great to get the first win here."' … [Read more...] about Capitals regain Metropolitan Division lead with shootout loss to Sabres
Ullmark returns with strong showing in shootout win over Capitals
'"He was real good," Skinner said. "He made some big saves. I thought he had great, great rebound control, which is big, especially against this team. They got some skill guys and they got some guys that can roll around. They can create some sort of havoc in front of your net."' … [Read more...] about Ullmark returns with strong showing in shootout win over Capitals
At the Horn: Capitals 2 - Sabres 3 (SO)
'The game marked the goaltender's first start since sustaining a lower-body injury that caused him to miss 17 games. He served as the backup in Saturday's games.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Capitals 2 – Sabres 3 (SO)