'"The guys battled," said Sabres assistant Matt Ellis, who served as coach with Don Granato in COVID-19 protocol. "The battle and the compete was there. The execution at times, you said it, it was definitely sloppy. It took us a little while to get into the game and even at that point just finding a true rhythm to the game. … Tonight it felt a little bit off, but the battle … [Read more...] about Hughes, Devils end six-game losing streak with win against Sabres
Archives for December 2021
'Those are the moments' | Prow, Tuch make memorable debuts against Devils
'All those factors - combined with a well-manned opponent in the Devils - made for an inconsistent performance from an execution standpoint. The Sabres were outshot 11-3 during the first period and 42-22 overall. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 38 saves.' … [Read more...] about ‘Those are the moments’ | Prow, Tuch make memorable debuts against Devils
At The Final Horn | Thompson scores twice, but Sabres fall to Devils
'Tage Thompson scored twice to tie the game early in the second period, but the Devils scored twice in the third to pull away.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Thompson scores twice, but Sabres fall to Devils
'He just loves to help' | How Tuch made an impact while awaiting debut
'"He went around to the entire staff and just introduced himself and learned what people do," Adams said. "I got to tell you, it's such a big deal when someone that works in the operations or finance department understands that Alex Tuch knows who they are, appreciates the job they do every day.' … [Read more...] about ‘He just loves to help’ | How Tuch made an impact while awaiting debut
IIHF announces cancellation of 2022 World Junior Championship
'The Sabres had four prospects participating in the tournament: forwards Isak Rosen (Sweden) and Jakub Konecny (Czechia) and defensemen Owen Power (Canada) and Nikita Novikov (Russia).' … [Read more...] about IIHF announces cancellation of 2022 World Junior Championship
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Blue Cross Arena hosts first Amerks game with vaccine requirement for kids (WHEC-TV) Amerks play at Blue Cross Arena, first game of expanded vaccination policy (WROC-TV) Mersch’s four-point night propels Amerks to 5-3 win over Bruins (Amerks.com) Providence Bruins comeback comes up short in 5-3 loss to Rochester Americans (ProvidenceBruins.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres set for night of debuts with Peyton Krebs, JJ Peterka, Alex Tuch
'“They’re both great hockey players in their own right, they both bring different things to the table, and they’re big pieces to what we’re trying to do moving forward,” Ellis said of Krebs and Peterka. “To get them in and get a live look, we’ve certainly been watching a lot on video. ... So, it’s pretty cool to have them in mix and look forward to building off today into … [Read more...] about Sabres set for night of debuts with Peyton Krebs, JJ Peterka, Alex Tuch
Sabres notes: Matt Ellis will step in as coach if Don Granato remains in protocol
'“Ells, he’s goes into that category of people that just love the game," said Sabres alternate captain Kyle Okposo. "I’ve been around for a while and he’s right at the top of people who just care about the game and just want to be here. So, always gonna be an enthusiastic – bring an enthusiastic energy and he ran a great practice (Monday). I thought we had great energy as a … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Matt Ellis will step in as coach if Don Granato remains in protocol
NHL postpones Sabres' game in Montreal scheduled for Jan. 8
'The league also postponed January games in Canada involving Winnipeg, Toronto and Ottawa because owners want to wait until there is an opportunity to earn more in ticket sales.' … [Read more...] about NHL postpones Sabres’ game in Montreal scheduled for Jan. 8
Debuts of Peyton Krebs, JJ Peterka and Alex Tuch offer Sabres some hope
'The Sabres on Tuesday recalled Krebs, 20, and Peterka, 19, and center Arttu Ruotsalainen, 24, from the Rochester Americans because they have five forwards in COVID-19 protocol. Meanwhile, Tuch, 25, has anxiously been waiting to play his first game for his beloved Sabres, the team he cheered for growing up in Baldwinsville.' … [Read more...] about Debuts of Peyton Krebs, JJ Peterka and Alex Tuch offer Sabres some hope
Wednesday's New Jersey Coverage
New Jersey visits Buffalo on 6-game road skid (AP) Devils Resume Schedule in Buffalo | Game preview (NewJerseyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s New Jersey Coverage
Sabres bring up Krebs, Peterka, Ruotsalainen from Rochester
'Tuch and Krebs were part of the Jack Eichel trade with the Vegas Golden Knights back in November and are likely to makes their Sabres debuts. Meanwhile, Peterka, a 2020 second round pick, is expected to make his NHL debut on Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring up Krebs, Peterka, Ruotsalainen from Rochester
Sabres game scheduled for Jan. 8 in Montreal postponed
'With strict rules on limited capacity in Canada, the NHL is attempting to push back these games to have them played later in the season in front of more people.' … [Read more...] about Sabres game scheduled for Jan. 8 in Montreal postponed
Buffalo Sabres recall Peyton Krebs, JJ Peterka and Arttu Ruotsalainen from Rochester
'Peterka was drafted by the Sabres in the second round, 34th overall, of the 2020 NHL Draft. He has played in 23 games in Rochester this season and leads the team in assists with 16 and is fourth on the team in scoring with 20 points.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres recall Peyton Krebs, JJ Peterka and Arttu Ruotsalainen from Rochester
Krebs, Peterka called up from Rochester, will make Sabres debuts Wednesday
'“My phone was like not working so they called [teammate Linus] Weissbach because he was with me and that was kind of weird but then I got the phone and [Rochester head coach Seth] Appert told me I got the call up so it was amazing,” Peterka said.' … [Read more...] about Krebs, Peterka called up from Rochester, will make Sabres debuts Wednesday