'Goalie Carter Hutton will likely start Saturday afternoon’s game. Jonas Johansson should dress as his backup. Taxi-squad goalie Dustin Tokarski also practiced today.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel questionable for weekend; Sabres could have reinforcements
Archives for February 2021
Saturday's Philadelphia Coverage
van Riemsdyk and Philadelphia take on Buffalo (AP) 5 Things: Flyers vs. Sabres (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Traikos: Next two weeks could decide Jeff Skinner's future in Buffalo
'In other words, how do you find a solution to a $9-million problem?' … [Read more...] about Traikos: Next two weeks could decide Jeff Skinner’s future in Buffalo
Sabres injuries mount; Skinner’s status remains uncertain
'Skinner skated on the Sabres’ fourth line in practice Friday, which was a promotion after he worked out with the team’s taxi squad members a day earlier. Krueger would only say Skinner would be available to play Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres injuries mount; Skinner’s status remains uncertain
Skinner may return to Sabres lineup on Saturday
'“The best way to cope with this, I take it a day at a time. For me, I’d like to be out there battling with my teammates, but today is a new day and you try to move forward and keep getting better.”' … [Read more...] about Skinner may return to Sabres lineup on Saturday
Skinner adamant he wants to remain with Sabres despite recent struggles
'"The most important thing is to keep moving forward and having a positive attitude, and working hard while trying to get better," Skinner said. "I've watched a lot of hockey games and played in a lot of hockey games, obviously, and I don't think you can learn anything extra by not being out there. But obviously, this situation is maybe not that straightforward in the fact that … [Read more...] about Skinner adamant he wants to remain with Sabres despite recent struggles
Sports marketing professor doesn’t think Sabres will have a hard time selling tickets
'“I think we’re all craving some normalcy and a night out,” said Ventura. “I suppose, what’s more normal than going downtown and watching the Sabres lose?”' … [Read more...] about Sports marketing professor doesn’t think Sabres will have a hard time selling tickets
Krueger: Skinner benching is about 'principles'
'"The principles that we expect everybody to do their best at executing. If principles are off here and there... sometimes they just don't embrace certain things and if they do, they'll be rewarded with minutes played, with roles. We are an environment of accountability," said Krueger.' … [Read more...] about Krueger: Skinner benching is about ‘principles’
Skinner wants to stay with Sabres after scratches
'"I love being a Sabre," the forward said. "I love the city of Buffalo. I wouldn't have chosen to stay here if that wasn't the case. That answer is simple: No."' … [Read more...] about Skinner wants to stay with Sabres after scratches
Eichel, Ullmark miss practice with lower-body injuries
'"We're not expecting him to be available over the weekend, but we are hoping it becomes a day-to-day after the weekend," Krueger said regarding Ullmark.' … [Read more...] about Eichel, Ullmark miss practice with lower-body injuries
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Fogarty scores twice in 7-2 loss to Comets (Amerks.com) Comets score five unanswered goals in the third, defeat Amerks 7-2 (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
Observations: Sabres fall in OT to Devils, suffer more key injuries
'The Buffalo Sabres didn't protect a lead and suffered more injuries. Bad night all around Thursday in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres fall in OT to Devils, suffer more key injuries
Sabres' Jeff Skinner scratched again; his agent expresses concerns to GM Kevyn Adams
'Skinner’s agent, Don Meehan, told The Buffalo News on Thursday morning that he had a lengthy conversation with Sabres General Manager Kevyn Adams on Wednesday in which Meehan expressed his and Skinner’s concerns. Meehan declined to reveal what was discussed on the call.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jeff Skinner scratched again; his agent expresses concerns to GM Kevyn Adams
Inside the Sabres: What we know about decision to scratch Jeff Skinner again and what's next?
'Scratching Skinner or limiting his opportunities to succeed will only make a trade more difficult. Skinner’s no-movement clause prevents him from being waived and he must approve any trade. He is under contract through 2026-27.' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: What we know about decision to scratch Jeff Skinner again and what’s next?
Sabres to admit fans to select games, starting March 20
'When fans were admitted to the Buffalo Bills' two playoff games last month in Bills Stadium, they were directed to a central testing site. Testing cost $63 per person, with cost reduced thanks to an agreement with the NFL's testing partner. The Sabres are still formulating how testing will work for their games and potential costs. That was a key reason that their first game … [Read more...] about Sabres to admit fans to select games, starting March 20