Boston faces Buffalo, looks for 7th straight victory (AP) Need to Know: Bruins at Sabres (BostonBruins.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Boston Coverage (Part II)
Archives for April 23, 2021
Observations: Power play squanders Sabres' chance to rally against Bruins
'The Sabres are last in the NHL on the power play since Feb. 27, converting at a paltry 7.3% clip in 30 games during that span. Comparatively, Buffalo ranked first in the league through its first 17 games (34.5%).' … [Read more...] about Observations: Power play squanders Sabres’ chance to rally against Bruins
The Wraparound: Sabres' struggles against Bruins continue in 5-1 loss
'Ruotsalainen’s third goal in eight NHL games was the primary offensively highlight, while goalie Dustin Tokarski stopped 33 of 38 shots while making his 11th appearance of the season for the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres’ struggles against Bruins continue in 5-1 loss
Sabres prospect Jack Quinn undergoes season-ending surgery to repair hernia
'Quinn, a 19-year-old forward, had two goals with seven assists for nine points in 15 games with the Amerks. The timing of the procedure will allow Quinn to have a healthy offseason of training to prepare for the 2021-22 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Jack Quinn undergoes season-ending surgery to repair hernia
Sabres’ awful power play costs them in loss to Bruins: ‘It’s frustrating’
'The Sabres have consistently moved their feet and played aggressively to force the Bruins into taking infractions. They just can’t convert their opportunities.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ awful power play costs them in loss to Bruins: ‘It’s frustrating’
Sabres prospect Jack Quinn showcased growth before season-ending surgery
'Quinn, 19, embraced his three-month stint in Rochester. His maturity and talents impressed Appert and others.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Jack Quinn showcased growth before season-ending surgery
Friday's Boston Overage (Part I)
Bruins take control in victory over Sabres (Boston Globe) Bruins coach Bruce Cassidy holds fast on successful forward lines (Boston Globe) Don Sweeney’s deadline moves could hardly have worked out better for Bruins (Boston Globe) Big third period lifts B’s by Buffalo for 6th straight win (Boston Herald) Bruins notebook: Time not on Ondrej Kase’s side (Boston Herald) Bruins … [Read more...] about Friday’s Boston Overage (Part I)
NWS grad makes NHL debut
'Mattias spent two years at Northwood School before heading to the National Team Development Program (NTDP) in Ann Arbor, Michigan, for two years. After the NTDP, Mattias chose to attend Western Michigan University to play under Andy Murray.' … [Read more...] about NWS grad makes NHL debut
Pastrnak has goal, 2 assists in Bruins’ 5-1 win over Sabres
'The Sabres were undone by a sputtering power play, which failed to convert five opportunities, after going 0 of 6 on Tuesday. Buffalo has converted just five of 68 power-play opportunities over its past 30 games.' … [Read more...] about Pastrnak has goal, 2 assists in Bruins’ 5-1 win over Sabres
Sabres lose to Bruins again on Thursday
'Boston pulled away from Buffalo in the final period of regulation, when forwards David Pastrnak and Nick Ritchie scored goals in quick succession. Just 66 seconds separated the tallies, from the 4:55 to the 6:01 mark of the frame.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose to Bruins again on Thursday
Opinion: The Sabres just can't seem to solve the Bruins
'Boston led 2-1 four minutes into the third period and three goals in quick order put it away. Many wanted to put this game in the effort category and I would totally disagree. This wasn’t an effort issue. The issue lies in Buffalo is 0-for-11 on the power play in the last two games and they can’t matchup at all with Patrice Bergeron’s line or David Krejci’s line.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Sabres just can’t seem to solve the Bruins
Opinion: Three observations: Sabres power play shut down; Bruins pull away in the 3rd
'Since being called up from the Rochester Americans earlier this month, Sabres rookie forward Arttu Ruotsalainen has shown that he may not need to be sent back to the AHL at any point.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three observations: Sabres power play shut down; Bruins pull away in the 3rd
Mittelstadt: 'It's crazy how much of a difference a few years can make'
'"I think guys are just playing looser; making the plays with the puck, making plays coming out of our zone and not playing scared to make a mistake. I think if you mess up or turn the puck over, then just know you have to backcheck and your linemates will do the same. I feel like some of those mistakes can be fixed with hard work, and we've done a good job with that. If we … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt: ‘It’s crazy how much of a difference a few years can make’
Jack Quinn's season is over due to hernia surgery
'Quinn was supposed play junior hockey this year, but the Ontario Hockey League season was canceled, so he wound up in Rochester with the Americans.' … [Read more...] about Jack Quinn’s season is over due to hernia surgery
5 Observations: Bruins top Sabres 5-1
'In two games against the Bruins this week the Sabres are 0-for-11 with the man advantage. With this abysmal of a performance on the power play, the Bruins can play even more aggressive than usual because they know, when they take penalties, the Sabres won’t capitalize. You can’t even make the argument that it’s just bad luck for the Sabres because you can count on one hand how … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Bruins top Sabres 5-1