'Opening the third period on the power play, the Sabres had a chance to set the tone for the period to claw their way back from a two-goal deficit. Buffalo was not able to generate any chances with their opportunity, and worse, they couldn't even muster a shot on goal in the entire third period.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three Observations: Sabres fall flat against the Islanders
Archives for February 2021
5 Observations: Islanders top Sabres 3-1
'If you thought the Sabres would make a late push in the third period then you'd be mistaken. Heading into the final frame the Sabres were trailing by two goals but you'd think they were the team trying to protect a lead. Perhaps the team that hasn't played in more than two weeks ran out of energy or maybe the Islanders just completely shut them down. For my money, it was a bit … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Islanders top Sabres 3-1
Sabres struggle to find offense in loss to Islanders
'They had opportunities, and even outshot the visiting team in the opening period, but those scoring chances didn’t materialize into goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres struggle to find offense in loss to Islanders
Islanders spoil Sabres return, extend point streak to seven
'"I don't think it was fatigue," Sabres forward Kyle Okposo said. "I just think that we got away from our game a little bit and kind of got sucked into what feeds their game and that's when you turn the puck over. They're a team that knows how to play with the lead, they know how to lock things down. I just thought we fed into their game in the third period."' … [Read more...] about Islanders spoil Sabres return, extend point streak to seven
Olofsson scores lone goal for Sabres in loss to Islanders
'The deficit proved insurmountable against an Islanders team that entered the night ranked fifth in the NHL with an average of 2.46 goals allowed per game. After Olofsson and Nelson traded power-play goals in the second period, the Islanders held the Sabres without a single shot on goal in the third.' … [Read more...] about Olofsson scores lone goal for Sabres in loss to Islanders
At The Final Horn: Islanders 3 - Sabres 1
'The Sabres were outshot 29-21 in the game and did not record a shot on goal in the third period.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn: Islanders 3 – Sabres 1
Sabres call up Borgen, Davidson, Fogarty from taxi squad
'Fogarty, who signed a one-year deal during the offseason, will look to make his Sabres debut after spending the morning skate on a line with Tage Thompson and Riley Sheahan. Fogarty earned the captaincy in Rochester and scored a goal through two games with the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres call up Borgen, Davidson, Fogarty from taxi squad
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks enjoying early success despite ever-changing roster (Amerks.com) Nothing but humble beginnings for Appert in Rochester (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
As energy returns after Covid-19 bout, Sabres coach Ralph Krueger thrilled by return
'"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
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