'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
Archives for 2020
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
Ullmark makes 32 saves, Sabres hold off Panthers
'"Definitely makes it a lot easier for everybody to play our game every night," Ullmark said of the Sabres managing injuries. "Depending on what's going out there, it doesn't really matter because if we stick with it and believe in our system like we've done in the last couple of games, we get good results."' … [Read more...] about Ullmark makes 32 saves, Sabres hold off Panthers
Secondary scoring, special teams make difference in win over Panthers
'"Guys stepped up," alternate captain Marcus Johansson said. "We did what we had to do. It's going to be tough without [Olofsson], he's been one of our best players all year. But you go to fight through that and hopefully we'll come out stronger. It was a good start to get two points today."' … [Read more...] about Secondary scoring, special teams make difference in win over Panthers
At the Horn: Panthers 2 - Sabres 3
'Henri Jokihaju, Conor Sheary and Sam Reinhart scored for Buffalo. Linus Ullmark made 31 saves to pick up his 13th win of the season.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Panthers 2 – Sabres 3
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks close out road swing with loss to Marlies (Amerks.com) Marlies Roll Over Rochester 5-2 (Marlies.ca) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Michael Frolik ready for fresh start with Sabres after 'tough year' in Calgary
'"Obviously frustrated, right?" Frolik, who turns 32 next month and counts $4.3 million against the salary cap, acknowledged. "When things don’t go well it’s not easy, and you’re frustrated. I felt that my time here in Calgary probably was getting to be over, and I think it was just time to move on. … I enjoyed my time here and just want to appreciate what they did for me. … [Read more...] about Michael Frolik ready for fresh start with Sabres after ‘tough year’ in Calgary
Sabres forced to adjust again after losing Victor Olofsson for five to six weeks
'The Sabres already were without forwards Tage Thompson, Vladimir Sobotka and Jeff Skinner, who is out three to four weeks with an upper-body injury suffered Dec. 27 against the Boston Bruins.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forced to adjust again after losing Victor Olofsson for five to six weeks
Michael Frolik looking forward to fresh start with Sabres
'Frolik, who has played 831 NHL games, won’t play Saturday afternoon against the Florida Panthers at KeyBank Center. He said he started working on his visa Friday morning and was still in Calgary.' … [Read more...] about Michael Frolik looking forward to fresh start with Sabres
Replacing rookie Victor Olofsson will be tough for Sabres
'Having scored 16 goals and 35 points in 42 games, including six power-play goals in the first seven contests, Olofsson has been a top Calder Trophy candidate all season. In his first weeks in the NHL, he quickly seized a spot at left wing on the top line with captain Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart, utilizing his wicked shot to score.' … [Read more...] about Replacing rookie Victor Olofsson will be tough for Sabres
Saturday's Florida Coverage
Top scorers square off in Buffalo-Florida matchup (AP) Young stars on display when Panthers visit Sabres (Field Level Media) Panthers at Sabres preview (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Florida Coverage
Frolik excited about new opportunity with Buffalo Sabres
'“It’s obviously frustrating when things don’t go well,” he said. “It’s not easy and you’re frustrated. I felt that my time here in Calgary was getting to be over and it was just time to move on. That’s what happened here. But the relationships with us (between teammates) and Tree and with the coaching staff, they’re great guys and a great group of guys here.' … [Read more...] about Frolik excited about new opportunity with Buffalo Sabres
NHL rookie scoring leader, Buffalo’s Olofsson, out 5-6 weeks
'He currently leads league rookies and ranks second among Buffalo players with 16 goals and 35 points in 42 games.' … [Read more...] about NHL rookie scoring leader, Buffalo’s Olofsson, out 5-6 weeks