Game Day: Vladi's back and Torey Krug's a 'go' as well for Blues against Sabres (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Sabres host the Blues after Skinner’s 2-goal game (AP) Preview: Blues at Sabres (StLouisBlues.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Saint Louis Coverage
Archives for November 23, 2022
Observations: Top line, stronger defense help Sabres snap losing streak
'Finally, after eight straight losses, the Sabres held a comfortable lead and didn’t need to press to try to create offense. The Canadiens’ sluggish start and poor defense allowed Buffalo to erupt for a three-goal lead.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Top line, stronger defense help Sabres snap losing streak
Ahead of wearing throwback jersey he loved as kid, Alex Tuch relives journey to Sabres
'Tuch, 26, has capitalized on the trade, which also sent Peyton Krebs and draft-pick compensation to the Sabres in exchange for disgruntled center Jack Eichel. Entering Tuesday night’s match at Montreal, Tuch is tied for second on the team in goals (nine), is third in points (16) and his career-high average ice time of 18:34 leads all Sabres forwards.' … [Read more...] about Ahead of wearing throwback jersey he loved as kid, Alex Tuch relives journey to Sabres
Jason Pominville, Val James chosen for Rochester Americans' hall of fame
'James, the first U.S.-born Black player to reach the NHL when he joined the Sabres in 1982, appeared in parts of five seasons in Rochester. He helped the Amerks to four trips to the Calder Cup playoffs, including the American Hockey League title in 1983.' … [Read more...] about Jason Pominville, Val James chosen for Rochester Americans’ hall of fame
Wednesday's Montreal Coverage
Sabres deluge Bell Centre with goals in rout of Canadiens (Montreal Gazette) About Last Night: It's starting to feel more like a rebuild (Montreal Gazette) In the Habs' Room: 'The first period is hurting us,' St. Louis says (Montreal Gazette) Photo gallery (Montreal Gazette) The Canadiens are corrected by the Sabres (Journal de Montreal) 7-2 loss for CH: "It's a night to … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Montreal Coverage
Sabres snap eight-game skid behind Skinner's five-point effort in win over Canadiens
'Tage Thompson recorded a goal and three assists on the night while Rasmus Dahlin and Alex Tuch each notched one goal and two assists. JJ Peterka and Henry Jokiharju added the others for Buffalo (8-11-0).' … [Read more...] about Sabres snap eight-game skid behind Skinner’s five-point effort in win over Canadiens
Sabres buck losing skid with seven-goal outburst against Canadiens
'If you blinked, you missed a bunch during the first three minutes of this affair.' … [Read more...] about Sabres buck losing skid with seven-goal outburst against Canadiens
Opinion: Three observations: Speedy Sabres wallop Canadiens, end losing skid
'Samuelsson brought back his defensive prowess on the blue line, Girgensons brought back his leadership and veteran presence, and Jost added a bit more edge to an already feisty Sabres team.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three observations: Speedy Sabres wallop Canadiens, end losing skid
Granato open to Luukkonen earning a spot in Buffalo
'Because of the injury that landed Comrie on Injured Reserve, the Sabres called up Luukkonen from the Rochester Americans. However, his first outing on Saturday was another rough night for the team, as they allowed two power play goals and a shorthanded goal in a 5-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs.' … [Read more...] about Granato open to Luukkonen earning a spot in Buffalo
Goal rush stops Sabres skid
'Jeff Skinner tallied two goals and three assists, Tage Thompson had a goal and three assists, and Henri Jokiharju scored his first of the season for the Sabres (8-11-0), who had gone nearly three weeks without notching a point in the standings. Craig Anderson made 29 saves.' … [Read more...] about Goal rush stops Sabres skid
Sabres end eight-game losing streak, cruise past Canadiens
'"We came out with a mission," Sabres forward Alex Tuch said. "I thought we went hard to the net from the drop of the puck. We were getting pucks deep and playing simple. We had a lot of conversations, [Anderson's] been talking about it a lot, and it's playing on the [defensive] side, and I thought everyone did that tonight."' … [Read more...] about Sabres end eight-game losing streak, cruise past Canadiens
Postgame Report | Skinner's 5-point night helps Sabres snap skid
'"I think the guys all fed off each other," Sabres coach Don Granato said. "But emotional energy was high, and we played to our identity. We can play to that identity on a consistent basis."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Skinner’s 5-point night helps Sabres snap skid
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks step up to challenge issued by Appert (Amerks.com) Warren relying on versatility to stay in Amerks lineup (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage