'Dell’s presence on the trip is likely a precautionary measure. The Sabres need to ensure Subban is ready to return from a lower-body injury that occurred during his debut with the team in Carolina on Dec. 4. If Subban is cleared, he’ll handle at least one of the three games, possibly as early as Tuesday night against the Winnipeg Jets, and there is an opening for the … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: UPL, Malcolm Subban to man Sabres’ crease until Dustin Tokarski returns
Archives for December 14, 2021
Sabres Notebook: Prospect Jack Quinn tests positive for mono, out until after Christmas
'Because of the Amerks' postponements related to Covid-19 protocols, Quinn, a winger, has not appeared in a game since Nov. 27. He's recorded multiple points on eight occasions, including five in the last two games in which he appeared, and he's been held without a point only three times this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Prospect Jack Quinn tests positive for mono, out until after Christmas
Sabres’ Victor Olofsson struggling to score after injury
'“His injury inhibited his shooting,” Sabres coach Don Granato said of Olofsson following Monday’s practice at LECOM Harborcenter. “That’s the reason why he probably was out so long and that’s his game, is shooting. Specifically on the power play it’s shooting.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Victor Olofsson struggling to score after injury
Sabres’ Malcolm Subban nears return; Casey Mittelstadt progressing well
'“We have roster spots,” Granato said following today’s practice at LECOM Harborcenter. “We don’t have to make a decision based on that right now.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Malcolm Subban nears return; Casey Mittelstadt progressing well
Tuesday's Winnipeg Coverage
Game night: Jets welcome struggling Sabres (Winnipeg Sun) Buffalo faces Winnipeg on 7-game slide (AP) Gameday: Jets vs Sabres (WinnipegJets.com) Thomas' Five Storylines - WPG vs. BUF (WinnipegJets.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Sabres' Olofsson is starting to get his shot back.
'Victor Olofsson has been back for 11 games since missing eight with an injury. The winger hasn’t scored since being back and has six assists. His line with Jeff Skinner and Tage Thompson was red hot for awhile, but Olofsson hasn’t scored in 11 games, Thompson has no goals and one assist in seven games and Skinner has no goals and one assist in five games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Olofsson is starting to get his shot back.
Hamilton Take2: Should Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stick with the Sabres?
'Luukkonen has been absolutely spectacular making the big save in all the big moments against very good offensive teams in the Anaheim Ducks, New York Rangers and Washington Capitals. His goals against is a stingy 1.98 and his save percentage is an amazing .938.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: Should Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stick with the Sabres?
Sabres will carry 3 goaltenders on road trip
'Subban could start Thursday or Friday depending on his progression.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will carry 3 goaltenders on road trip
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Sabres prospect Jack Quinn sidelined by mono with Amerks (Olean Times Herald) Amerks’ Jack Quinn tests positive for mono; likely out through Christmas (WHEC-TV) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage