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Archives for May 9, 2021

Inside the Sabres: Coaching hire to kick-start a busy offseason for GM Kevyn Adams

'Under Granato’s watch, the Sabres posted a 9-16-3 record, including a mark of 9-11-2 since their franchise-record 18-game winless streak. He padded his résumé by implementing an effective, up-tempo system that prioritized puck possession and suited the talent on the roster.' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Coaching hire to kick-start a busy offseason for GM Kevyn Adams

Buffalo News | May 9, 2021

The Wraparound: Michael Houser magnificent, but Sabres drop season finale

'Buffalo was shut out for the ninth time this season, but this wasn’t a flat performance. The Sabres finished with 29 shots on goal, as the Penguins (37-16-3) received a remarkable performance from third-string goalie Maxime Lagace, a 28-year-old with only 17 games of NHL experience.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Michael Houser magnificent, but Sabres drop season finale

Buffalo News | May 9, 2021

Many Sabres thrived with Don Granato: ‘I owe Donnie a huge thank you’

'“A lot of guys, including myself, owe Donnie quite a bit,” Mittelstadt said on a Zoom call following Saturday afternoon’s 1-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins in the season finale. “He challenged me when he took over and pushed me to become a better player. I think it’s that simple."' … [Read more...] about Many Sabres thrived with Don Granato: ‘I owe Donnie a huge thank you’

Olean Times Herald | May 9, 2021

Sunday's Pittsburgh Coverage

Maxime Lagace shuts out Buffalo, Penguins clinch East Division title (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins looking forward to loosened COVID-19 protocols in the NHL playoffs (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Goaltender Maxime Lagace records shutout in Penguins debut (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Empty Thoughts: Penguins 1, Sabres 0 (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Pittsburgh Coverage

SabreSpace.com | May 9, 2021

Carter, Lagace help Penguins beat Sabres, clinch 1st in East

'“I think our guys advanced,” Sabres interim coach Don Granato said. “They have a taste of confidence. They should have had no confidence after giving up eight goals the other day. They came in from the drop of the puck and had confidence, and that’s progress.”' … [Read more...] about Carter, Lagace help Penguins beat Sabres, clinch 1st in East

AP | May 9, 2021

Sabres blanked in season finale against Penguins

'Buffalo trailed on the scoreboard through 40 minutes of play, despite owning a 24-9 shot advantage over Pittsburgh.' … [Read more...] about Sabres blanked in season finale against Penguins

WGR-AM | May 9, 2021

Opinion: The Sabres end with a strong effort, but a loss

'Yes, they lost 1-0, but they had a really nice game and played right up until the final horn. Don Granato was very happy they treated the finale like it was any game, “That’s something to be proud of. You hand it off to your team and they’re going to respond or not and yesterday’s practice was a real good indication that they were going to be engaged and you could see it in … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Sabres end with a strong effort, but a loss

WGR-AM | May 9, 2021

Five Observations: 2021 Sabres season comes to a close in shutout fashion

'When you include Thursday night's onslaught, Houser's number seem to be about par for the course for any goalie not named Linus Ullmark. After just his first two starts, though, he had a .940 save percentage. Between those two wins, he made 79 saves.' … [Read more...] about Five Observations: 2021 Sabres season comes to a close in shutout fashion

WKBW-TV | May 9, 2021

Season overlook: Sabres drop final game for 41st loss of the season

'There were, however, bright spots in this Sabres' season. Once Granato took over the team, there was obvious development with young players who were struggling, and Adams insists the interim coach is highly considered for the head coaching job, which will be filled this offseason.' … [Read more...] about Season overlook: Sabres drop final game for 41st loss of the season

WGRZ-TV | May 9, 2021

Penguins clinch first in East Division after shutout of Sabres

'"They should have no confidence going into this building today giving up eight goals the other day," Sabres coach Don Granato said. "They came in that game from the drop of the puck and had confidence. That's progress."' … [Read more...] about Penguins clinch first in East Division after shutout of Sabres

NHL.com | May 9, 2021

5 takeaways | Sabres' season ends with loss to Penguins

'"I thought our guys did an incredible job with adjustments," Granato said. "We were too loose the other day. We talked about playing ... too much like pond hockey the other day, and we tightened things up. We made a lot of improvements and I was very proud of that."' … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways | Sabres’ season ends with loss to Penguins

Sabres.com | May 9, 2021

At The Final Horn: Sabres 0 - Penguins 1

'The Penguins still managed to strike first, and it was a familiar culprit. Carter, after scoring a career-high four goals on Thursday, saw the puck bounce in off his chest to open the scoring 1:58 into the second period.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn: Sabres 0 – Penguins 1

Sabres.com | May 9, 2021

Sunday's Rochester Coverage

Dea lifts Amerks to 4-3 shootout win over Monsters (Amerks.com) Monsters gain point in 4-3 shootout loss to Americans (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage

SabreSpace.com | May 9, 2021

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