'The Sabres announced that goalie Dustin Tokarski has been placed in COVID-19 protocol.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tokarski in COVID-19 protocol, Luukkonen called up, Mittelstadt activated off IR
Archives for December 2021
Buffalo Sabres acquire goalie Malcolm Subban from Chicago Blackhawks for future considerations
'Subban was 6-8-1 last season for Chicago with a 3.20 goals-against average and a .900 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres acquire goalie Malcolm Subban from Chicago Blackhawks for future considerations
Hamilton Take2: Too early to make call on Dahlin
'What Dahlin needs to do is the same thing Dylan Cozens needs to do, get stronger. Cozens is 20-years-old and Dahlin is 21-years-old. They haven’t grown into what will be their adult bodies yet.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: Too early to make call on Dahlin
Amerks and Sabres make changes in goal
'In total, three goaltenders within the Sabres organization were either acquired, recalled, or placed on the COVID list.' … [Read more...] about Amerks and Sabres make changes in goal
Reinhart, Panthers rally with six straight goals, defeat Sabres
'"But yeah, I just think at some point when they're coming after us, we've got to fight back, and I think that's about it. Stop the bleeding. It's been kind of a sour spot for a lot of years, so that's on us as players. We've got to go out and win the next shift and, yeah, we just let the momentum get too far in their favor."' … [Read more...] about Reinhart, Panthers rally with six straight goals, defeat Sabres
Early lead slips in up-tempo loss to Panthers
'Florida trailed 3-0 and 4-1 before finishing with six unanswered goals, the last two of which were scored into an empty net with goaltender Aaron Dell pulled for an extra attacker.' … [Read more...] about Early lead slips in up-tempo loss to Panthers
At The Final Horn | Sabres unable to withstand Panthers comeback
'Vinnie Hinostroza scored twice for Buffalo, and Dylan Cozens and Casey Mittelstadt also tallied.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Sabres unable to withstand Panthers comeback
Tokarski placed in NHL's COVID-19 protocol
'The Sabres have recalled goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen from the Rochester Americans and activated forward Casey Mittelstadt off injured reserve.' … [Read more...] about Tokarski placed in NHL’s COVID-19 protocol
Sabres acquire goaltender Malcolm Subban from Chicago
'The 27-year-old netminder has played in 82 career NHL games with Boston, Vegas and Chicago, logging a 36-31-8 record, an .899 save percentage and a 3.02 goals-against average.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire goaltender Malcolm Subban from Chicago
Prospects Update | After year off, Bloom blossoming for Saginaw
'"I took advantage of the time I was given during quarantine to get in the gym and on the ice," Bloom said. "I wouldn't say I'm a different player, but more developed and much more comfortable this year than I was just a of couple years ago."' … [Read more...] about Prospects Update | After year off, Bloom blossoming for Saginaw
Jeff Skinner says he's only a 'piece of the puzzle,' but he's so much more to Sabres
'His six even-strength goals in November were tied for sixth in the National Hockey League, and he has nine points in his last nine games. With eight goals and 15 points in 22 games this season, he’s already surpassed his totals from 2020-21.' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner says he’s only a ‘piece of the puzzle,’ but he’s so much more to Sabres
Casey Mittelstadt set to return for Sabres in Florida; Christian Wolanin claimed
'Mittelstadt's return comes during a time of need for the Sabres, who have gone 3-10-2 in their last 15 games and allowed a league-worst 60 goals in November.' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt set to return for Sabres in Florida; Christian Wolanin claimed
Sabres notes: After long wait, Casey Mittelstadt healthy, ready to play
'“It’s something I haven’t dealt with before, so some days were different than others,” Mittelstadt told reporters following Wednesday’s practice in Sunrise, Fla. “But (you) try to keep a positive attitude, keep moving forward. It was kind of a long injury. Maybe longer than expected, but there was progress. I felt it getting better every day, even if it was a little bit, which … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: After long wait, Casey Mittelstadt healthy, ready to play
Thursday's Florida Coverage
Sabres visit the Panthers after Skinner’s 2-goal game (AP) Preview: Panthers Host Sabres, Look to Retain Momentum (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Florida Coverage
Casey Mittelstadt set to return for Sabres
'Mittelstadt has been back practicing with the team for over a week and he said, “I think its gone good. It’s been well documented that it’s been a little slow, but over the last week we’ve made a lot of big strides and I’m starting to feel confident and like myself on the ice."' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt set to return for Sabres