'Read that again if you will because there isn’t any other player on that roster that wants to do anything to spark this team. Teams know they’re in for a very easy night when they play the Buffalo Sabres. They know the compete will likely be low and they definitely won’t get hit unless Ristolainen is on the ice. Goalies know they’ll be able to see and handle most shots and in … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Sabres have found their new leader
Archives for March 2021
Krueger: 'We need to get some gritty goals'
'"It is about gritty goals now. We need to get some gritty goals. That, for me, is the way we need to think. The perfect plays and the pretty goals, they happen when you have confidence and when you have flow, when you're in the groove offensively. We need to look at what everybody knows as ugly goals, the second chances in front of the net. Somebody getting called on an … [Read more...] about Krueger: ‘We need to get some gritty goals’
5 Observations: Rangers top Sabres 3-2
'If Sabres fans weren't already sold on Dylan Cozens, they will be now. In the third period, the Sabres 20-year-old rookie got into his first NHL fight and gave his team a much-needed spark. It was the highlight of the game and a glimpse at what Cozens will bring to the table for years to come.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Rangers top Sabres 3-2
Buchnevich has goal, assist for Rangers in victory against Sabres
'Sam Reinhart and Tobias Rieder scored, and Carter Hutton made 16 saves for the Sabres (6-11-3). Buffalo is 0-3-1 in its past four games and 2-8-1 since Jan. 31.' … [Read more...] about Buchnevich has goal, assist for Rangers in victory against Sabres
5 takeaways | Cozens a bright spot in loss to Rangers
'"I think that was probably the most fired up we've been all season," alternate captain Kyle Okposo said. "Yeah, I wasn't surprised. He's got that old-school hockey in him. He plays the game the right way, he's solid defensively. Going to go through ups and down through his rookie season, but for the most part, he's been great and the sky's the limit for him."' … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways | Cozens a bright spot in loss to Rangers
At The Final Horn: Sabres 2 - Rangers 3
'Three goals were scored in the first 2:36 of the game, including two in the opening 55 seconds.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn: Sabres 2 – Rangers 3
Bryson added to Sabres active roster
'Bryson, 23, has played in three games this season, averaging 17:38 of ice time with four shots on goal. He made his NHL debut on February 23 and will return to the lineup after sitting out Sunday's game.' … [Read more...] about Bryson added to Sabres active roster
Mike Harrington: With Ralph Krueger's credibility shot, Sabres again in a coaching bind
'The fans are done with Krueger, like they are with just about everything else surrounding this inept franchise. In the wake of a series of missteps by Krueger in the last week, the media can no longer believe anything he says. Back-to-back shutout stinkers to Philadelphia over the weekend gave off the distinct aroma that the players have checked out on him.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: With Ralph Krueger’s credibility shot, Sabres again in a coaching bind
Sabres Notebook: First game with fans is Tuesday in MSG
'The Sabres announced last week that they will have fans in KeyBank Center for select games beginning March 20 against Boston. The team has yet to announce ticketing or testing details. They have not played in front of spectators since their shootout win over Washington on March 9, 2020, the final game before last season was suspended. The New York Islanders are also planning … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: First game with fans is Tuesday in MSG
Travis Yost's Sabre Metrics: Among the many problems, the third line is unwatchable
'Krueger continues to deploy Cody Eakin – generally with Tobias Rieder and Kyle Okposo, though Casey Mittelstadt was given an opportunity during Sunday’s game against Philadelphia – with high regularity. Not only is the third line consistently drawing defensive zone matchups against better competition, they are playing less than 12 minutes a night at 5-on-5 – around the ice … [Read more...] about Travis Yost’s Sabre Metrics: Among the many problems, the third line is unwatchable
Why is Sabres captain Jack Eichel having such a down season?
'A scout who has watched Eichel throughout his career said he believes the lack of personal and team success is weighing on him. By now, after six seasons, he was supposed to have helped them morph into a perennial Stanley Cup contender.' … [Read more...] about Why is Sabres captain Jack Eichel having such a down season?
Tuesday's New York Coverage
Buffalo takes on New York on 3-game slide (AP) Pregame Notes: Rangers vs. Sabres 03.02.21 (NYRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s New York Coverage
Cracks of Don: A Tale of Two Cities - Leafs, Sabres at opposite ends of NHL standings
'The 50-year-old Sabres have never been crowned champs, and that ain’t changing anytime soon.' … [Read more...] about Cracks of Don: A Tale of Two Cities – Leafs, Sabres at opposite ends of NHL standings
Who Gets Fired Next: Ralph Krueger or John Tortorella?
'Krueger appears to be losing the room, and he’s losing credibility, as evidenced by the latest soap opera surrounding Eichel. The Sabres’ captain seemed to hurt his foot or ankle last Tuesday night when he collided with Devils captain Nico Hischier. He took the warm-up on Thursday night, but he didn’t play. Krueger maintained that Eichel had been injured in the warm-up … [Read more...] about Who Gets Fired Next: Ralph Krueger or John Tortorella?
Opinion: Another year, another tire fire
'If the Sabres can’t make the playoffs in a season where the league actually had 24 of its 31 teams advance and if they can essentially be out of a playoff race one-third of the way into a 56-game schedule, I’m not sure when they will ever play for Lord Stanley’s Cup again.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Another year, another tire fire