'"First of all, I didn't want to fall down right after two weeks off," Krueger told reporters on a video call after practice. "So I checked that box. ... Getting out on the ice for a few minutes just gives you so much energy back. You know why you're here. You love the group you're working with and the potential of the group and the individuals. Outstanding to be back on the … [Read more...] about As energy returns after Covid-19 bout, Sabres coach Ralph Krueger thrilled by return
Archives for February 15, 2021
Sabres Notebook: With packed schedule, practice time will be at a premium
'The Sabres don't have two consecutive off days again until March 14-15, and practice time is going to be at a premium with nine games the rest of February and 16 in March.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: With packed schedule, practice time will be at a premium
The Editorial Board: Bringing fans back to KeyBank Center will be test of keeping indoor venues safe
'It’s been well-established that the risk of spreading Covid-19 is greater indoors. The Sabres and several other NHL teams have been coping this month with outbreaks of the virus, which caused the league to remove glass partitions from behind the players’ benches. That will dictate that fans not be seated on the bench side of the building in the 100 level.' … [Read more...] about The Editorial Board: Bringing fans back to KeyBank Center will be test of keeping indoor venues safe
Ralph Krueger returns to Sabres: ‘Time to realize how lethal this COVID is’
'“Just this morning, when the players arrived and we passed each other, and getting out on the ice for a few minutes gives you so much energy back,” Krueger said on a Zoom call following the session. “You know why you’re here. You love the group you’re working with and the potential of the group and the individuals. …"' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger returns to Sabres: ‘Time to realize how lethal this COVID is’
Sabres will likely field lineup with C.J. Smith, other taxi-squad players
'So defensemen Will Borgen and Brandon Davidson and wingers Steven Fogarty and C.J. Smith could all be thrust into action against the New York Islanders at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will likely field lineup with C.J. Smith, other taxi-squad players
Monday's New York Coverage
Islanders games in Buffalo on Monday and Tuesday will go on as scheduled (Newsday) New York visits Buffalo after Pageau’s 2-goal game (AP) Game Preview: Islanders at Sabres (NewYorkIslanders.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New York Coverage
Ralph Krueger and Rasmus Dahlin return from NHL COVID-19 Protocols
'Krueger loves being at the rink and he said getting to the arena was a pleasure, “Just when the players arrived and we passed each other and getting out on the ice for a few minutes, just gives you so much energy back, so it was outstanding to be back on the ice, be around the players and the staff.”' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger and Rasmus Dahlin return from NHL COVID-19 Protocols
Sabres head coach Ralph Krueger back at practice after COVID-19 battle; Dahlin off COVID-19 list
'Dahlin was added to the COVID-19 list on Sunday, February 8th, and was the second player taken off the list, after Taylor Hall was taken off the list on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres head coach Ralph Krueger back at practice after COVID-19 battle; Dahlin off COVID-19 list
Ralph Krueger, Rasmus Dahlin return to Sabres
'“Definitely time to realize how lethal this Covid is,” Krueger said. “Everybody knows I try to keep myself in shape and manage that part of my life, but just really pleased in the last few days to get back to feeling more normal. I’ll take it a day at a time. Today was an excellent day to spend with the staff and with the players. I went soft on the ice, but otherwise really … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger, Rasmus Dahlin return to Sabres
Sabres head coach Ralph Krueger, defenseman Rasmus Dahlin back at practice
'Krueger was back on the ice briefly before watching the remainder of practice from the stands with assistant coach Don Granato, while assistant coach Steve Smith continued to run practice, as he has since the Sabres returned to KeyBank Center on Tuesday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres head coach Ralph Krueger, defenseman Rasmus Dahlin back at practice
Hamilton: How the Sabres can get back in East Division race after return from shutdown
'If the Sabres just look at the standings it’s too overwhelming and I think it could hurt their game. The one thing I can tell you is if the Sabres want any chance of getting into the final East Division playoff spot, they must start getting goals from Jack Eichel, Jeff Skinner and Taylor Hall. They have three goals between then and that won’t get it done.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: How the Sabres can get back in East Division race after return from shutdown
Krueger rejoins Sabres after having COVID-19, 'scarred by the experience'
'"I had moderately severe symptoms," Krueger said. "I never did end up having a fever, but I did end up with a lot of aches and sleeping and fatigue for more than a week. Definitely time to realize how lethal this COVID is."' … [Read more...] about Krueger rejoins Sabres after having COVID-19, ‘scarred by the experience’
Krueger rejoins Sabres, details experience with COVID-19
'Krueger has not made a decision as to whether he will be behind the bench for Buffalo's game against the New York Islanders on Monday. Assistant coach Steve Smith has been running practice in his absence.' … [Read more...] about Krueger rejoins Sabres, details experience with COVID-19