'There was no slow start for the Sabres. Playing for the first time since a difficult February that featured only two wins in 11 games, Buffalo issued another reminder that it can execute its up-tempo, stretch-the-ice style of play well enough to threaten the NHL’s elite teams that win with speed and skin, rather than strength and grit.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres silence Toronto fans by outworking Leafs in 5-1 win
Archives for March 3, 2022
Mike Harrington: Good to finally get across the border – and see Sabres' strong effort
'With their first full house since Dec. 11 and a chance to take over first place in the Atlantic Division theirs for the taking, the Leafs laid an egg. But for the Sabres, the 5-1 victory in their first trip to Toronto since Dec. 17, 2019, rates as a signature road win on their season.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Good to finally get across the border – and see Sabres’ strong effort
Sabres throttle Maple Leafs, end losing streak: ‘They got rewarded’
'“Our guys, all four lines, all six defenseman, (goalie Craig Anderson), all played hard for each other,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “The little things, the details were there and they mattered. They worked hard for the guys next to them. It’s always nice to see the guys get rewarded. Our guys have worked really hard and I don’t think they necessarily deserved to be on the … [Read more...] about Sabres throttle Maple Leafs, end losing streak: ‘They got rewarded’
Sabres notes: Casey Mittelstadt starting to look better, moves to wing
'Mittelstadt, who underwent surgery in early December, said regaining his timing has been difficult. Most guys have been playing all season, while he’s just getting going again. He said he sometimes catches himself a step behind or ahead of the play.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Casey Mittelstadt starting to look better, moves to wing
Thursday's Toronto Coverage
Listless Maple Leafs fall to lowly Sabres in humiliating fashion (Toronto Sun) More than 17,000 fans give it to Maple Leafs, goalie Mrazek (Toronto Sun) Simmons: Wayne Simmonds' remarkable and unlikely journey to 1,000 NHL games (Toronto Sun) Leafs waste a chance to move up in the standings with a disappointing loss to the Sabres (Toronto Star) Sabres offence rattles Maple … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Toronto Coverage
Anderson, Sabres beat Maple Leafs 5-1 to snap 6-game skid
'Jacob Bryson, Jeff Skinner and Kyle Okposo also scored to help Buffalo finish off a five-game trip. Seventh in the Atlantic Division, the Sabres improved to 17-30-8 — nine points ahead of last-place Montreal.' … [Read more...] about Anderson, Sabres beat Maple Leafs 5-1 to snap 6-game skid
Alex Tuch arrived exactly when Buffalo needed him
'"He has that passion. When he puts that jersey on and goes out there, there's a lot of meaning to him. And that's nice to have in your locker room, especially with a guy who other players look up to and admire."' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch arrived exactly when Buffalo needed him
Sabres bring "A" game in win at Toronto
'The avalanche continued into the third, when Jeff Skinner beat everyone to a loose puck and popped his 21st goal of the campaign.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring “A” game in win at Toronto
Opinion: Three Observations: Sabres crunch Maple Leafs in Toronto
'This season we’ve seen the team play up or down to their opponent’s skill level more often than not. Examples include their 5-3 loss to Colorado or their sloppy loss to Montreal. This game was no exception, and the Sabres played like they were one of the best teams in the division. While this isn’t the best quality to have, it’s certainly not a bad thing when the team can go … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three Observations: Sabres crunch Maple Leafs in Toronto
Sabres' Adams is glad his team gets to play in an outdoor game
'Adams was traded right before the Chicago Black Hawks played in an outdoor game, so he’s never had the opportunity, but he’s glad the players on his team are going to get the chance, “Honestly it will be unbelievable. Every player, if you would ask them, would love the chance to be able to play the outdoor game and even if they’ve played in it before, they’d love to do it … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Adams is glad his team gets to play in an outdoor game
Sabres snap six-game losing streak with 5-1 win over Maple Leafs
'It was the team's first win since February 15th.' … [Read more...] about Sabres snap six-game losing streak with 5-1 win over Maple Leafs
Sabres end six-game losing streak with win against Maple Leafs
'"I thought our guys, all four lines, all six defensemen and [goalie Craig Anderson], all played hard for each other," Buffalo coach Don Granato said. "The details were there, and they mattered. They worked hard for the guys next to them. Our guys had worked really hard, and I don't think they necessarily deserved to be on the string they were on of not winning."' … [Read more...] about Sabres end six-game losing streak with win against Maple Leafs
NHL Heritage Classic against Maple Leafs will be special for Sabres GM
'"All of us grew up playing outside and, you know, for me in Buffalo growing up it was about playing on the pond in the backyard and having your toes frozen and seeing your breath. I mean, you fell in love with the game doing those things, and I think no matter what, it takes you back to that part of your childhood and the love of the game."' … [Read more...] about NHL Heritage Classic against Maple Leafs will be special for Sabres GM
Sabres GM hopes fans show appreciation when Eichel returns to Buffalo
'"As an organization, we want to do everything first class, and in every part of our organization, and whether it's Sam Reinhart or Rasmus Ristolainen, who were on our team last year, or Jack Eichel coming back, you want to see our fan base that loves this organization appreciate what people did before for the team. So I guess that's the way I would look at it. Again, … [Read more...] about Sabres GM hopes fans show appreciation when Eichel returns to Buffalo
Sabres conclude road stretch with complete victory over Leafs
'What could have been a homecoming of sorts between the Maple Leafs and their fans instead concluded as one of the Sabres' best performances of the season, a 5-1 victory in which they never trailed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres conclude road stretch with complete victory over Leafs