'There were several notable plays in which Power showcased his poise with the puck and his mature game defensively. Even against an imposing club that ranked sixth in the league in regulation wins (39), Power won puck battles and killed Blues possessions by cutting off an opponent’s progress with the puck.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Another night of firsts for Owen Power in Sabres’ loss to St. Louis
Archives for April 15, 2022
Sabres’ Owen Power impresses again, records first point: ‘Special moment’
'The crowd of 11,565 spectators and Power’s teammates watched him closely all night, sensing something exciting could transpire every time the rookie stepped on the ice.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Owen Power impresses again, records first point: ‘Special moment’
Sabres’ Tage Thompson faces Blues as one of NHL’s rising stars
'“But at the same time, it doesn’t change my objective,” Thompson said prior to Thursday’s 6-2 loss to the Blues, his former team, at KeyBank Center. “My objective is to come here and help our team win and help any way I can to be better and individually try to grow and get better as a player.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson faces Blues as one of NHL’s rising stars
Sabres’ Don Granato named assistant for Team USA at World Championship
'The tournament begins May 13.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Don Granato named assistant for Team USA at World Championship
Blues notebook: It's taken a while, but Thompson has found his game in Buffalo
'“It took a little bit longer for me to get where I’m at now,” Thompson said Thursday, “but it’s a process and I think that’s the main thing, you can’t compare yourself to other people, everyone progresses at different paces and I always knew I would eventually get there, as long as I kept putting in the work, stay mentally strong through adversity and I think I did a good job … [Read more...] about Blues notebook: It’s taken a while, but Thompson has found his game in Buffalo
Friday's Saint Louis Coverage
Hat trick for Tarasenko as Blues win seventh in a row (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Blues notebook: It's taken a while, but Thompson has found his game in Buffalo (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Saint Louis Coverage
Tarasenko’s 5-point outing fuels Blues’ 6-2 win over Sabres
'The 19-year-old was caught out of position in allowing Tarasenko to score the go-ahead goal into an open right side of the net 7:18 into the second period. And Power was caught flat-footed when Tarasenko sped past him up the right wing to score 5:27 later.' … [Read more...] about Tarasenko’s 5-point outing fuels Blues’ 6-2 win over Sabres
Blues handle Sabres with 6-2 win in Power's home debut
'Owen Power would earn his first NHL point as he set up Alex Tuch for a game tying goal 4:20 into the second.' … [Read more...] about Blues handle Sabres with 6-2 win in Power’s home debut
Three Observations: Buffalo Sabres lose Owen Power's home debut 6-2 to Blues
'A stellar night from Blues forward Vladimir Tarasenko drove the opposition's success. He had three goals and two assists to help put the tilt out of reach. Buffalo is at home again on Saturday to host the Philadelphia Flyers.' … [Read more...] about Three Observations: Buffalo Sabres lose Owen Power’s home debut 6-2 to Blues
Power earns first NHL point, Sabres fall to Blues 6-2
'Vladimir Tarasenko responded with two unanswered goals, including one where he deked Power. That second goal made it 4-2, and the Blues added two more in the third to take a 6-2 win. Tarasenko had a hat trick including an empty-netter in the third.' … [Read more...] about Power earns first NHL point, Sabres fall to Blues 6-2
It’s been 26 years since the Sabres’ last game at ‘The Aud’
'Although the last game was played in 1996, “The Aud” wasn’t demolished until 2009. But during that last day on the ice, 16,000 fans accompanied the team, helping boost their spirits to claim a 4-1 victory over the Hartford Whalers.' … [Read more...] about It’s been 26 years since the Sabres’ last game at ‘The Aud’
Tarasenko sparks Blues past Sabres for seventh straight win
'"I was real happy with our guys' effort," Buffalo coach Don Granato said. "I was happy with our guys' execution for the most part to create chances. And it's one of those games that you lose and you actually feel bad for your guys. They were dialed in and they put forth a great effort. And you're disappointed that they didn't get rewarded more for the effort and some of the … [Read more...] about Tarasenko sparks Blues past Sabres for seventh straight win
'Support and belief' | Power tallies 1st NHL point in loss to Blues
'Granato came away from the loss disappointed for his players, whom he felt deserved better, but pleased with their reaction - angry with the loss, but not overwhelmed.' … [Read more...] about ‘Support and belief’ | Power tallies 1st NHL point in loss to Blues
At The Final Horn | Sabres unable to convert in home loss to St. Louis
'Rookie defenseman Owen Power, playing in his second NHL game, recorded the primary assist on Alex Tuch's second-period goal that tied the game 2-2 for his first NHL point. However, the Blues quickly regained the lead and never looked back.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Sabres unable to convert in home loss to St. Louis