'Jack Quinn scored his fifth goal of the season and added an assist Saturday afternoon to cap off a terrific month of October. Quinn was named the AHL's Rookie of the Month on Monday. The 20-year-old forward has 10 points in six games.' … [Read more...] about Quinn leads the charge as Amerks play pair of home games this week
Archives for November 2021
Mike Harrington: On Jack Eichel front, lots happening and nothing happening
'The CBA extension of 2020 is squarely on the Sabres' side, as the team controls medical decisions (still can't believe the Players' Association let that point go unchallenged). Teams interested in Eichel have to first deal with their own in-house struggles of taking on a $10 million per season cap hit for the next four years and perhaps the risk of the surgery the player … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: On Jack Eichel front, lots happening and nothing happening
Sabres Notebook: Jack Quinn named AHL Rookie of the Month
'Quinn tallied five goals and five assists for 10 points as the Amerks went 4-2 and finished tied for second in the AHL in scoring with 27 goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Jack Quinn named AHL Rookie of the Month
Travis Yost's Sabre Metrics: How shift in Atlantic Division could impact Sabres
'If you are a Sabres fan, the most encouraging part of this is the team would have been competitive in these games even with league-average goaltending. They are right around break even in net shots and expected goals, which indicates the run of play in these games is balanced. Forwards Victor Olofsson, Rasmus Asplund and Tage Thompson have been regularly dangerous in these … [Read more...] about Travis Yost’s Sabre Metrics: How shift in Atlantic Division could impact Sabres
Sabres prospect Jack Quinn recognized for dynamic month with Amerks
'“(His) work ethic, his daily habits, they’ve always been good,” Amerks coach Seth Appert said on a Zoom call Monday. “It’s taken another notch now. He’s really embracing being a pro, he’s embracing coming to the rink and finding ways to try to get 1, 2, 5 percent better at different areas of his game on and off the ice every day."' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Jack Quinn recognized for dynamic month with Amerks
Tuesday's San Jose Coverage
Here’s how you can watch tonight’s Sharks game vs. the Buffalo Sabres (San Jose Mercury News) San Jose hosts Buffalo following overtime victory (AP) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s San Jose Coverage
Are the Golden Knights Close to Acquiring Jack Eichel?
'Sorting out the Sabres' asking price remains a sticking point. Vegas Hockey Now's Dan Kingerski reported sources indicated the cost could be a first-round pick plus “a combination of top prospects, a young NHL defenseman, and a top-six forward under control.” The latter refers to a forward under contract beyond this season.' … [Read more...] about Are the Golden Knights Close to Acquiring Jack Eichel?
Quinn taking care of 'unfinished business' with Amerks
'Quinn has 10 points (5+5) through six games this season, which leads the Amerks and ranks fourth among all AHL players. He has already surpassed his season-long total from 2020-21, when he tallied nine points (2+7) in 15 contests.' … [Read more...] about Quinn taking care of ‘unfinished business’ with Amerks
Sabres to celebrate Val James Night on November 6
'When James suited up for the Sabres for the first time in 1981, he became the first Black American to play in the NHL. The accomplishment was overlooked at the time, but the moment's significance has garnered the attention it deserves over the past few years.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to celebrate Val James Night on November 6
Prospects Update | Q&A with goaltender Devon Levi
'I found out by the Florida Panthers GM Bill Zito, and he let me know that I was being dealt to Buffalo. At first, I was surprised. But quickly it turned into excitement to be a part of a prestigious organization like the Sabres. I'm super excited to see what the future has in store.' … [Read more...] about Prospects Update | Q&A with goaltender Devon Levi
Observations: Sabres blow another lead, lose to Kings as Eden's Iafallo nets game-winner
'Eden native Alex Iafallo had the last laugh against his hometown team, scoring the tiebreaking goal with 6:19 left to give the Los Angeles Kings a 3-2 win over Buffalo before an announced crowd of 12,101.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres blow another lead, lose to Kings as Eden’s Iafallo nets game-winner
Sabres Notebook: Big weekend for Alex Iafallo capped by game-winning goal
'"I'm just trying to get to good spots and play each zone as well as I can, try to help the team in a lot of areas," Iafallo told The Buffalo News in a previous conversation over the weekend. "Penalty kill, blocking shots, whatever it is. And sure, you're trying to score goals and get a bunch of shots on net and try to create offense, too. I'm just trying to do a lot to keep my … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Big weekend for Alex Iafallo capped by game-winning goal
Sabres start fast but lose to Kings; Don Granato makes changes
'The Sabres’ defense kept getting caught flat-footed and often looked lost around goalie Dustin Tokarski. The Sabres took three penalties in the third period. One led to Anze Kopitar’s tying goal. The other two came in the final six minutes, stymieing their chances of knotting the contest.' … [Read more...] about Sabres start fast but lose to Kings; Don Granato makes changes
Sabres’ road opponents dealing with COVID-19: ‘It is nerve-wracking’
'“It does seem like it’s escalating all around us,” Granato said on a Zoom call following the Sabres’ 3-2 loss at Staples Center. “It is the way we’re all living at this point. I think we’ve all adjusted to it and it looks like we’re all gonna have to keep adjusting to it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ road opponents dealing with COVID-19: ‘It is nerve-wracking’
Monday's Los Angeles Coverage
Kings edge Sabres despite COVID-related absences (Los Angeles Daily News) Two Kings players placed in COVID-19 protocols, miss Sunday’s game (Los Angeles Daily News) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Final – Kings 3, Sabres 2 – Kempe, Bjornfot, McLellan (LAKings.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Los Angeles Coverage