'“Obviously, my rookie year being in the NHL, the first thing I wanted to do was just prove I can play at this level, show that I was responsible defensively,” Cozens said following practice Friday in KeyBank Center. “Once I kind of showed that, I think I want to take the next step in my offensive game. Obviously, I’ve had a lot of things going on this season, but I’ve been … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Cozens wants to help more offensively in final weeks of rookie season
Archives for April 2021
Sabres starting goalie Linus Ullmark 'week to week' with a lower-body injury
'The Sabres need at least three healthy goalies between the active roster and taxi squad for each game day, although the National Hockey League granted the team an exemption Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres starting goalie Linus Ullmark ‘week to week’ with a lower-body injury
Sabres rookie Dylan Cozens showcasing offense, emerging as special talent
'“There’s lots of responsibility playing center and I had just been coming on the wing learning the speed of the game and learning how to defend on the wing,” Cozens said on a Zoom call following Friday’s practice at KeyBank Center. “It was big for me to start and once I gained more confidence, moving to was center was good for me.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Dylan Cozens showcasing offense, emerging as special talent
Sabres’ goalie picture for weekend still unclear; Linus Ullmark week to week
'The Sabres need to add a goalie to their taxi squad.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ goalie picture for weekend still unclear; Linus Ullmark week to week
Saturday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Crosby and Pittsburgh take on Buffalo (AP) Game Preview: 04.17.21 at BUF (PittsburghPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
Injury to Ullmark further depletes Sabres’ goalie depth
'The injuries leave the Sabres preparing to call up top minor-league prospect Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to make his NHL debut. The timetable for that is uncertain with Luukkonen recovering from an injury he sustained earlier this week.' … [Read more...] about Injury to Ullmark further depletes Sabres’ goalie depth
Linus Ullmark out week-to-week with lower-body injury
'Granato confirmed on Friday that goalie Linus Ullmark is out on a week-to-week basis with a lower-body injury, but acknowledged that there are only so many weeks left in the season. Buffalo only has 13 games remaining over the next four weeks, with the regular season finale set for Saturday, May 8 against the Pittsburgh Penguins.' … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark out week-to-week with lower-body injury
Ullmark week-to-week with lower-body injury
'"Right now, it's week-to-week and we don't have many weeks left," Granato said. "So, that one's a little touchy."' … [Read more...] about Ullmark week-to-week with lower-body injury
Vaccinations required for Buffalo fans?
'And, can you imagine the mob scene at entrance gates before kickoff or the opening faceoff with fans – especially tailgaters at Bills games who wait until the last minute – frantic to have apps scanned, ticket holders who inevitably forget their phones or those who merely protest the vaccination policy and gum up the entry process?' … [Read more...] about Vaccinations required for Buffalo fans?
Observations: With Luukkonen on the horizon, Tokarski finally gets a win for Sabres
'"It's an incredible feeling. I can't think the guys enough tonight," said Tokarski, who was 0-4-2 in his first six appearances this season. "They played an incredible hockey game, put the body on the line, got the offense going and really helped my job tonight. ... There's nothing better for a goalie than celebrating with your teammates after a win."' … [Read more...] about Observations: With Luukkonen on the horizon, Tokarski finally gets a win for Sabres
New power broker for Sabres: Kevyn Adams calls Jason Karmanos a 'critical hire'
'"Everything that's going to be happening from today moving forward in our organization, Jason's going to be involved with," Adams said. "We're going to make decisions together. We're going to work hand in hand in every area with other staff members."' … [Read more...] about New power broker for Sabres: Kevyn Adams calls Jason Karmanos a ‘critical hire’
Sabres notebook: No. 1 pick Jack Quinn slides to center in Rochester
'"I loved playing center, I thought it was a pretty good first game there for myself," Quinn told reporters afterward. "Obviously there's a lot of spots that need to be better. But I think I can adjust pretty quick, maybe a couple more games and I'll have that stuff figured out. And I think there's also some good things that came with playing center."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: No. 1 pick Jack Quinn slides to center in Rochester
Sabres goalie Dustin Tokarski dedicates first NHL win since 2015 to late father
'Tokarski’s comeback season stands out as a bright spot in a rough year for the Sabres. Prior to his season debut March 22, he hadn’t played an NHL game since a 10-minute stint with the Anaheim Ducks early in 2016-17. He played last season for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins on an AHL contract.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Dustin Tokarski dedicates first NHL win since 2015 to late father
Sabres notes: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen could make NHL debut this weekend
'If Luukkonen hadn’t suffered a lower-body injury with the Rochester Americans, the Sabres likely would’ve recalled him before Thursday’s 5-2 road win over the Washington Capitals at Capital One Center. The Finn missed Wednesday’s 5-3 loss to the Cleveland Monsters in Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen could make NHL debut this weekend
Friday's Washington Coverage
The Capitals honor Nicklas Backstrom, then fall flat in a loss to lowly Sabres (Washington Post) Caps ‘lack compete level’ in Sabres loss, still in first place (NBC Sports Washington) Sabres spoil the Backstrom party in upset win over Caps (NBC Sports Washington) Capitals pay tribute to Backstrom in his 1,000th career game (NBC Sports Washington) Despite loss, Backstrom's … [Read more...] about Friday’s Washington Coverage