Linus Ullmark is ready to take the ice for Bruins — in a very familiar setting (Boston Globe) Bruins notebook: Linus Ullmark ready for his debut (Boston Herald) Buffalo faces Boston, looks for 4th straight home win (AP) Bruins’ Bruce Cassidy Confident For Linus Ullmark’s Debut Vs. Sabres (NESN) Bruins’ Linus Ullmark Reveals What Will Make Him Talk Trash Vs. Sabres … [Read more...] about Friday’s Boston Coverage
Archives for October 2021
Sources: Jack Eichel's camp to meet with Buffalo Sabres, make final case for disk replacement surgery
'The next step for Eichel could be filing a grievance, which would be viewed as a last resort.' … [Read more...] about Sources: Jack Eichel’s camp to meet with Buffalo Sabres, make final case for disk replacement surgery
Sabres close out opening homestand against Bruins
'Buffalo's dominance is showing well with very solid, complete efforts at both ends of the rink.' … [Read more...] about Sabres close out opening homestand against Bruins
Linus Ullmark to make Bruins debut in Friday's game vs. Sabres
'"Coming in Thursday morning, it felt familiar, obviously after a lot of years here but in a good way," Ullmark said. "You don't want to get too riled up. It's an important game coming back here for the first time."' … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark to make Bruins debut in Friday’s game vs. Sabres
Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres to accept proof of full vaccination from Canada for home games
'This comes as the U.S. land border opens to fully vaccinated Canadians on November 8.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres to accept proof of full vaccination from Canada for home games
'He's relentless' | Asplund's work ethic helps fuel Sabres' hot start
'Asplund has been at the forefront of the Sabres' aggressive style this season. He is one of the engines on Buffalo's most dominant line to this point, alongside centerman Tage Thompson and fellow winger Victor Olofsson. The Sabres have generated lopsided advantages in shot attempts (37-16) and scoring chances (19-5) with the trio on the ice at 5-on-5 through three games.' … [Read more...] about ‘He’s relentless’ | Asplund’s work ethic helps fuel Sabres’ hot start
Friday's Rochester Coverage
What you need to know about Amerks’ home opener in Rochester (WROC-TV) New year, new feel in Rochester (WHAM-TV) Luukkonen managing the pressure within the pipes (Amerks.com) Amerks excited about the addition of Jankowski (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres' outlook at center improved by Tage Thompson's seamless position switch
'“I was open to it,” Thompson said following practice Wednesday in KeyBank Center. “I’ve played center before, so it’s not like it was something brand new for me. … I was able to kind of mentally get ready for that and the possibility of me playing center. Since I’ve been playing it in preseason and the start of the season, I like it. It feels good to be back in the middle. I … [Read more...] about Sabres’ outlook at center improved by Tage Thompson’s seamless position switch
Sabres center Cody Eakin's status uncertain after collision in practice
'The Sabres did not have an update on Eakin's status following practice in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres center Cody Eakin’s status uncertain after collision in practice
Erik Brady: How neighborly gesture spawned ex-Sabre Gerry Meehan memorabilia collection
'As it happens, Miller wasn’t a hockey fan until Meehan joined the Washington Capitals and moved in next door to Miller’s family in Bowie, Md. Miller was 14 at the time. The Caps were in their early years as an expansion team that lost a lot, while Meehan was a journeyman on his sixth NHL team. That might not seem like a likely road to hero worship. But today, at 57, Miller … [Read more...] about Erik Brady: How neighborly gesture spawned ex-Sabre Gerry Meehan memorabilia collection
Confident Rasmus Asplund thriving in bigger role with Sabres
'“The one thing that hasn’t been questioned about Aspy is he’s hungry,” Sabres assistant coach Matt Ellis said following Wednesday’s practice inside KeyBank Center. “He’s hungry to attack the game, he’s hungry to attack practice. He’s grateful for every opportunity that he’s earned."' … [Read more...] about Confident Rasmus Asplund thriving in bigger role with Sabres
Sabres’ Cody Eakin leaves practice after crashing into net
'Eakin, 30, skated to the bench on his own before leaving for the dressing room.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Cody Eakin leaves practice after crashing into net
So, How About the Buffalo Sabres?
'Montreal, Arizona and Vancouver are hardly needle-movers at this point. But to Buffalo's credit, they've played pretty darn good with a 40-year-old goaltender and without the team's best forward in decades. The team's depth is abysmal. The defense? Ugly. The goaltending? Uninspiring. But that's all on paper. In practicality, the Sabres have played some decent hockey, and the … [Read more...] about So, How About the Buffalo Sabres?
Injury bug starting to hit Sabres
'Vinnie Hinostroza did not practice on Wednesday, while Cody Eakin crashed into the net and had to leave the ice. Hinostroza was on a maintenance day and the Sabres say he should be OK. Eakin was still being evaluated after practice with an update coming on Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Injury bug starting to hit Sabres
Opinion: Sabres keep good feelings going for fans
'The competition is getting better, as Vancouver is better than the Montreal Canadiens and Arizona Coyotes. The Boston Bruins are in town on Friday, and they’re quite a bit better than any of those three teams.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres keep good feelings going for fans