'"It would have felt a lot better to get the win," Thompson said. "[Tokarski] deserved that one big time. He played a great game, stood on his head, made some huge saves for us. It would have been nice to get him the win, but I think you've got to be proud of the way we battled back."' … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways | Tokarski makes career-high 44 saves in OT loss to Rangers
Archives for April 2021
At The Final Horn: Rangers 3 - Sabres 2 (OT)
'However, the Rangers won it in overtime when Mika Zibanejad finished a 2-on-1 rush with Artemi Panarin with 27.7 seconds left in the extra period. Colin Blackwell and Filip Chytil also scored for New York as they took a 2-1 lead in the third period.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn: Rangers 3 – Sabres 2 (OT)
Thursday's New York Coverage
Buffalo hosts New York after Montour's 2-goal game (AP) Pregame Notes: Rangers @ Sabres 04.01.21 (NYRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s New York Coverage
Observations: Don Granato's changes making big difference for Sabres
'“There’s no question that is important to put the streak behind so everybody can move on, but we absolutely had to block it out,” said Granato. “I had to block it out. On the coaching side, of course I want to win, but again, we had to control what we could control and focus on making this group better and getting better as a team. I feel we are. We’re in a much better place … [Read more...] about Observations: Don Granato’s changes making big difference for Sabres
Mike Harrington: Sabres finally find their heart at home to end ugly streaks
'The Sabres would have heard a lot of cheers if folks were there Wednesday night. They deserved some for once. When the fans finally come back, you have to hope they'll see more of the hockey that's been on display the last three games.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres finally find their heart at home to end ugly streaks
The Wraparound: Sabres finally win, snap 18-game skid with 6-goal effort
'With several contributors injured, most notably center Jack Eichel, the Sabres received a balanced effort from their makeshift forward lines, including Sam Reinhart, who centered a 5-on-5 forward line for the first time since the 2017-18 season.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres finally win, snap 18-game skid with 6-goal effort
Sabres plan to give prospects an NHL audition in season's final weeks
'“We know that we want to do that,” said Granato. “And that's part of the plan moving forward. The timeline has not been set. But the motor is moving for me, certainly. And I'm excited for that. I think it's a valuable time for players to gain some experience, internalize that experience. It's what we're about right now.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres plan to give prospects an NHL audition in season’s final weeks
Sabres finally end winless streak, beat Flyers: ‘Everybody stepped up’
'“Everybody stepped up,” Granato said on a Zoom call. “There was no variance of guys on the bench, one guy more vocal then the next guy. I believe they were in it together and consistent mannerisms through the whole group into the third period.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres finally end winless streak, beat Flyers: ‘Everybody stepped up’
Sabres notes: Don Granato overworks players; Buffalo plans to add prospects
'Granato, who replaced Ralph Krueger on March 17, has embraced a long-term approach. He did not want the Sabres to end what had ballooned to an 18-game winless skid and quickly revert to their old ways.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Don Granato overworks players; Buffalo plans to add prospects
Sabres’ Dylan Cozens should return from upper-body injury soon
'“A lot of relief, a lot of excitement,” Granato said of knowing Cozens will likely only miss minimal time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dylan Cozens should return from upper-body injury soon
Sabres win: Buffalo ends 18-game winless streak with dominant victory over Philadelphia
'“It couldn’t have been a better scenario because you played the same team, with the same lead two days later,” said Granato. “We showed that we grew from it.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres win: Buffalo ends 18-game winless streak with dominant victory over Philadelphia
Thursday's Philadelphia Coverage
Flyers hit new low, fall to Buffalo, 6-1, as Sabres end 18-game losing streak (Philadelphia Inquirer) Flyers sign promising defenseman Cam York to entry-level deal; can he help this year? (Philadelphia Inquirer) Shayne Gostisbehere clears waivers. He is placed on taxi squad and out of Flyers’ lineup. (Philadelphia Inquirer) A few observations after the Flyers were hammered … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Philadelphia Coverage
The Sabres’ Losing Streak Ends at 18
'What they did was end a slide that had lasted more than a month. Here are some of the highlights...'. … [Read more...] about The Sabres’ Losing Streak Ends at 18
Sabres end 18-game skid with 6-1 win over Flyers
'It was Buffalo’s first win since a 4-1 victory at New Jersey on Feb. 23, and ended an 0-15-3 streak. The slump was tied for the league’s 14th longest, and worst since the Pittsburgh Penguins had a 0-17-1 stretch during the 2003-04 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres end 18-game skid with 6-1 win over Flyers
Buffalo Sabres snap 18-game winless streak with victory over Philadelphia Flyers
'"Tonight was a full 60 minutes where everyone was moving and feeling good," Montour said. "It was a tough stretch. You never want to lose. The streak we had, everyone was talking about it. Everyone had something to say. But the guys have been positive through the tough time we've been dealing with here."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres snap 18-game winless streak with victory over Philadelphia Flyers