'Comrie’s poise and precise positioning in net ensured the Sabres had a chance to mount a comeback. The Sabres (2-1) trailed 2-0 following a first period in which they were outshot 13-2 and mustered only seven shot attempts compared to Columbus’ 20. They couldn’t cleanly break the puck out of the defensive zone and allowed Columbus to control play.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Eric Comrie delivers promising debut for Sabres in loss
Archives for September 29, 2022
At 41, Sabres goalie Craig Anderson still motivated to prove doubters wrong
'Right now, Anderson’s role this season is unclear. The Sabres likely plan to start the season with Anderson and newcomer Eric Comrie, 27, as their goalies.' … [Read more...] about At 41, Sabres goalie Craig Anderson still motivated to prove doubters wrong
Thursday's Columbus Coverage
'One of the best players on the ice': Carson Meyer impresses in Jackets' preseason win (Columbus Dispatch) 'Photo gallery (Columbus Dispatch) Blue Jackets down Sabres in preseason action (BlueJackets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Columbus Coverage
Sabres drop first preseason game to Blue Jackets
'The Sabres finally got on the board at the 3:49 mark of the second period shortly after a faceoff win in the offensive zone. After skating with the puck at full speed behind the net, Sabres winger Jack Quinn found a pinching Chase Priskie sneaking in from the point, as he one-timed a shot past goalie Daniil Tarasov for the goal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop first preseason game to Blue Jackets
Opinion: Comrie holds Sabres in game in team debut
'I thought for the final 40 minutes, Quinn was Buffalo’s best player. He was creative with the puck and generated quite a bit of offense playing with Brandon Biro and Victor Olofsson.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Comrie holds Sabres in game in team debut
Comrie impresses, but Sabres fall to Blue Jackets 4-1
'Buffalo was outshot 13-2 in the first period and fell behind on goals by Emil Bemstrom and Kirill Marchenko on the power play.' … [Read more...] about Comrie impresses, but Sabres fall to Blue Jackets 4-1
Comrie 'calm and confident' in preseason debut
'Comrie shut the door on Meyer, one of a trio of high-danger saves he made early in Buffalo's 4-1 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets. The goaltender finished with 27 saves on 31 shots faced.' … [Read more...] about Comrie ‘calm and confident’ in preseason debut
Sabres return 4 players to junior clubs
'The Buffalo Sabres have returned forward Josh Bloom and defensemen Mats Lindgren, Vsevolod Komarov and Spencer Sova to their respective junior teams.' … [Read more...] about Sabres return 4 players to junior clubs
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Mersch's influence already being felt in Sabres training camp (Amerks.com) Fitzgerald ready to be a mainstay on Sabres blueline (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage