'"What I see him doing is staying focused on one single thing and that's becoming a consistent National Hockey League player," Krueger said. "Whether he is playing in games, whether he's on the taxi squad or whether he's practicing with the full squad, I've seen nothing but a pro in action.' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt making the most of NHL opportunities
Archives for March 2021
Sabres announce ticketing and testing details for March 20 game
'Tickets for the game will go on sale to season ticket holders on Thursday, March 11 before the general on-sale at 2 p.m. on Friday, March 12. Season ticket holders will be contacted directly on March 11 with instructions on how to purchase tickets.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce ticketing and testing details for March 20 game
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks erase two-goal deficit, fall to Comets in shootout (Amerks.com) Renewed mindset paying off for Dea (Amerks.com) Kielly shines in shootout victory for comets against Amerks (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Observations: Sabres' next task is learning how to hold on to a lead
'“We have to learn how to play with a lead and just go play,” said winger Taylor Hall, who assisted on both Reinhart goals. “Let’s be serious: we’re a lot of points out of the playoffs. We should just be playing loose and just go and play free.”' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres’ next task is learning how to hold on to a lead
The Wraparound: Sabres put up more of a fight, lose 5-4 in a shootout to Flyers
'Johansson did not stop either Flyers shootout attempt.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres put up more of a fight, lose 5-4 in a shootout to Flyers
Sabres center Jack Eichel to miss at least one week with upper-body injury
'A viable Hart Trophy candidate with a career-high 36 goals last season, Eichel has gone 13 consecutive games without a goal and is shooting a career-low 3.3%. He is the latest Sabres player to endure bad injury luck, joining defenseman Jake McCabe and winger Zemgus Girgensons, both of whom are out for the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres center Jack Eichel to miss at least one week with upper-body injury
Sabres lose shootout to Flyers, return to Buffalo in crisis
'Right now, the Sabres are enduring one of the roughest stretches in franchise history. They’ve cemented their place as the NHL’s laughingstock while losing eight straight games (0-6-2) and 12 of 14 since their COVID-19 pause ended.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose shootout to Flyers, return to Buffalo in crisis
Fast development earns Sabres’ Dylan Cozens promotion to No. 1 center
'“He’s just permanently on our confirmer videos that we show the team,” Krueger said on a Zoom call Tuesday morning. “He shows up all the time. He has the right angle, he anticipates his defensive responsibility so well and he also makes plays which we need to do right now. Our five-on-five offense needs to be better on transition, we need to create more opportunity, and he’s … [Read more...] about Fast development earns Sabres’ Dylan Cozens promotion to No. 1 center
Wednesday's Philadelphia Coverage
Flyers rally past woeful Sabres in shootout, 5-4, as Brian Elliott gets win in relief of struggling Carter Hart (Philadelphia Inquirer) With Flyers almost healthy, Alain Vigneault looking for stability among lines and pairings (Philadelphia Inquirer) Photo gallery (Philadelphia Inquirer) McCaffery: With the heat starting to rise, Flyers passed important test (Delaware County … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Gostisbehere ties game, Flyers rally past Buffalo 5-4 in SO
'“We’re not at the point we’re taking moral victories from being close in games right now. That’s just the sad reality of it,” Reinhart said.' … [Read more...] about Gostisbehere ties game, Flyers rally past Buffalo 5-4 in SO
Sabres captain Eichel out vs. Flyers with upper-body injury
'Coach Ralph Krueger was unable to provide further details on the severity of the injury because Eichel is still being evaluated.' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain Eichel out vs. Flyers with upper-body injury
31 Thoughts: Eichel injury the latest bad news in Sabres’ cursed year
'Eichel showed up to camp injured from something that occurred during off-season training. He hurt his leg on Feb. 23 when getting tangled with Nico Hischier. He was clearly in pain on Sunday after a crosscheck from Casey Cizikas during a loss to the Islanders. It’s a microcosm for the team’s season — nothing can stay on track.' … [Read more...] about 31 Thoughts: Eichel injury the latest bad news in Sabres’ cursed year
Reinhart scores twice, not enough in Sabres loss
'The Flyers took advantage of their fourth power play of the game to tie the score at 4-4 with Buffalo midway through the third period. Jeff Skinner was in the penalty box for hooking when Shayne Gostisbehere connected on his fourth goal of the season. Couturier and Farabee were credited with the assists on the power play goal.' … [Read more...] about Reinhart scores twice, not enough in Sabres loss
Opinion: The Sabres lose their eighth straight in Philadelphia
'In the shootout, Krueger once again showed how much NHL coaching is over his head. He has absolutely no feel for a game. First, in four shootout attempts this year Johansson has not stopped one, so you know you likely have to score on every shot.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Sabres lose their eighth straight in Philadelphia
Opinion: Three observations: Sabres quick start not enough to propel them to victory over Flyers
'Buffalo found their footing shortly after, scoring three quick goals to escape the period with a two goal lead, but the Flyers never let up. They never even looked like the worser of the two teams throughout the game.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three observations: Sabres quick start not enough to propel them to victory over Flyers