'Anderson said up to this point, everything has been positive for him since he started practicing with the team on Jan. 21. He said it’s too early to tell about being in the lineup against the Coyotes, “It was my first full practice with my own net, so we’re just trying to see how the recovery is."' … [Read more...] about Anderson still trying to see if he can play this weekend
Archives for January 2022
Craig Anderson’s rehab improving, won’t rush return to lineup
'“The last seven days so of skating, it’s been kind of similar or better than the day before, so that is positive,” Anderson said.' … [Read more...] about Craig Anderson’s rehab improving, won’t rush return to lineup
Anderson continues to progress, will evaluate playing status on Friday
'"We're just trying to see how the recovery is now, right? Felt pretty good," Anderson said. "Kind of the trend is as soon as you get out there, start moving, warm up, things start to feel better. As the day goes on, you see how the recovery goes. It's hard to say true yes or no as far as what your status is for the weekend, but we'll know more tomorrow after we get on the ice … [Read more...] about Anderson continues to progress, will evaluate playing status on Friday
Prospects Update | Johnson's game evolving at University of Minnesota
'This season as a Big 10 preseason second-team selection, Johnson has dressed in all 24 games for Minnesota, scoring a career-high two goals and nine assists. He's top five on the team in both plus/minus rating (plus-8) and blocked shots (27).' … [Read more...] about Prospects Update | Johnson’s game evolving at University of Minnesota
Aaron Dell suspended 3 games, causing more issues in goal for Sabres
'"Dell takes an active step into Batherson, shifting his weight and delivering a hit to an unsuspecting player that causes a dangerous fall into the boards," the video announcing the suspension explained. "Finally, it is also important to note that Batherson does not have the puck and is therefore not eligible to be checked on this play in any manner.' … [Read more...] about Aaron Dell suspended 3 games, causing more issues in goal for Sabres
Sabres mailbag: Predicting the plan to add around the young core
'I’ll get to an option on defense later in this piece, but at forward, call the Vegas Golden Knights to see if they’re moving Jonathan Marchessault or Evgeny Dadonov. Something has to give in Vegas with Jack Eichel returning. Another possible option is Kevin Fiala of the Minnesota Wild. He’s a pending restricted free agent, and the Wild are going to have trouble affording his … [Read more...] about Sabres mailbag: Predicting the plan to add around the young core
Aaron Dell’s three-game suspension creates big goalie problem for Sabres
'Perhaps Anderson can at least back up Houser. But what do the Sabres do if he can’t? Would they acquire another goalie? Stay tuned.' … [Read more...] about Aaron Dell’s three-game suspension creates big goalie problem for Sabres
Sabres’ Dell suspended 3 games, thinning team’s goalie ranks
'Buffalo is already missing four goalies due to injury. Dell’s suspension means the team will likely need to sign another netminder before leaving for a three-game western swing starting at Arizona on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dell suspended 3 games, thinning team’s goalie ranks
Sabres' goalie Aaron Dell suspended three games for interference after bodychecking Senators' Drake Batherson
'Ottawa coach DJ Smith and Batherson's teammates rallied to his defense after the game, with Smith calling the play "bad" and Tyler Ennis saying it was "pretty dirty." Brady Tkachuk said it "sucks" while Marc Methot described Dell's actions as "stupid."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ goalie Aaron Dell suspended three games for interference after bodychecking Senators’ Drake Batherson
Aaron Dell suspended three games for hit on Senators' Batherson
'It's not every day that a goaltender gets suspended in the NHL. Aaron Dell has somehow managed to do it.' … [Read more...] about Aaron Dell suspended three games for hit on Senators’ Batherson
Buffalo Sabres fans have been through just about everything
'Some of us were raised on broadcast legend Irv Weinstein, and kids’ entertainer Commander Tom, and whenever the opportunity came to visit Buffalo, we jumped at chance, because Buffalonians were unfailingly kind and generous. And we also were stoked to go to Bills or Sabres games; quite often, they were better than Toronto’s teams, and it was terrific to see a blue-collar … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fans have been through just about everything
Sabres' Dell is suspended by the NHL for three games
'Many of the Sens described the hit as a cheap shot and The Department of Player Safety felt that Batherson was not near the puck and was not eligible to be body checked.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dell is suspended by the NHL for three games
Buffalo Sabres goalie Aaron Dell suspended three games for elbowing Ottawa's Drake Batherson
'The NHL released a video explaining Dell's suspension.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres goalie Aaron Dell suspended three games for elbowing Ottawa’s Drake Batherson
Sabres goaltender Aaron Dell suspended three games for hit against Ottawa’s Drake Batherson
'Just when you thought the Sabres couldn’t lose another goaltender this season, they do, only this time it’s because of a suspension.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goaltender Aaron Dell suspended three games for hit against Ottawa’s Drake Batherson
NHL suspends Sabres' Dell for 3 games
'The incident happened late in the first period of Tuesday's 5-0 Senators win in Ottawa.' … [Read more...] about NHL suspends Sabres’ Dell for 3 games