'Kyle Okposo, their captain, said: “We just talked about stepping up before the game, and we have to be able to withstand injuries. It’s part of the league. It’s part of the NHL. It ’s part of being a good team."' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres earn opportunities, fail to capitalize in 3-1 loss to Penguins
Archives for December 11, 2022
Sabres' Jeff Skinner suspended three games for cross-checking Penguins' Jake Guentzel
'"It is important to note that this isn’t the case of a stick riding up unintentionally as players battle for position in front of net or come together naturally during the course of play," George Parros, director of the NHL's department of player safety, said in a video explaining the ruling. "Skinner initiates an altercation here that ends with him aggressively and … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jeff Skinner suspended three games for cross-checking Penguins’ Jake Guentzel
Inside the NHL: Jeff Skinner went too far in the moment, but he had the right idea
'The three-game suspension Skinner received Saturday was appropriate. Skinner engaged Guentzel when the Penguins' winger foolishly tapped Craig Anderson's glove after the Buffalo goalie had frozen the puck, but things escalated by the boards as Skinner chased down Guentzel and they exchanged slashes. Guentzel started to go to the ice and that's when Skinner's high stick hit … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Jeff Skinner went too far in the moment, but he had the right idea
Why there's no more 'collision of the game' on Sabres broadcasts
'The Sabres say they wanted to create something unique and dynamic, and with the evolution of the game, including more of a focus on player safety, they thought it might be prudent to stop highlighting the biggest hit of the game.' … [Read more...] about Why there’s no more ‘collision of the game’ on Sabres broadcasts
Sabres fall behind early but roar back in loss to Penguins: ‘A ton of chances’
'“We gave up … two power plays to them early,” Granato said. “They killed two penalties and that got the crowd in it, that got them energized. I thought really, we were able to swing momentum at some point in that first and they were willing to just defend the rest of the way it seemed."' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall behind early but roar back in loss to Penguins: ‘A ton of chances’
Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju sidelined by lower-body injury; D recalled
'Granato said Hinostroza is progressing and getting closer to playing.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju sidelined by lower-body injury; D recalled
Sunday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Kris Letang returns in Penguins’ 3-1 win over Sabres (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) With Kris Letang back in lineup, Penguins drop Sabres (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Sabres' Jeff Skinner suspended 3 games for cross-checking Penguins' Jake Guentzel (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Letang returns to lineup after stroke as Penguins win again (ESPN) Pittsburgh Penguins' Kris Letang … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
Jeff Skinner suspended for cross-check to Jake Guentzel's face in Sabres-Penguins game
'Skinner confronted Guentzel, who slashed the Sabres player. Skinner reacted with his own slash, a cross-check to the shoulder and then one to the face that bloodied the Penguins forward.' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner suspended for cross-check to Jake Guentzel’s face in Sabres-Penguins game
Letang returns from stroke, Penguins beat Sabres 3-1
'“That first period wasn’t our best,” Krebs said. “It started with some penalties that kind of ruined the flow a little bit.”' … [Read more...] about Letang returns from stroke, Penguins beat Sabres 3-1
Buffalo’s Skinner suspended 3 games for illegal cross-check
'Skinner and Guentzel had an altercation late in the third period of Pittsburgh’s 4-3 overtime victory on Friday night. The two exchanged slashes before Skinner cross-checked Guentzel twice. The second cross-check was to Guentzel’s face just below his visor.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo’s Skinner suspended 3 games for illegal cross-check
Sabres' Jeff Skinner banned 3 for Jake Guentzel cross-check
'The sequence began when Guentzel made what the NHL called "light contact" with goaltender Craig Anderson, who had covered the puck. Skinner skated over to Guentzel and jabbed his stick in the Penguins winger's side. The players then exchanged slashes before Skinner delivered a cross-check to Guentzel's shoulder and then another forceful one that targeted Guentzel's face.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jeff Skinner banned 3 for Jake Guentzel cross-check
Sabres' Jeff Skinner suspended three games for cross-checking Penguins' Jake Guentzel
'Late in the third period of the Penguins' 4-3 overtime win, Skinner and Guentzel exchanged slashes after the whistle. That's when Skinner cross-checked Guentzel twice, once in the shoulder and once in the face.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jeff Skinner suspended three games for cross-checking Penguins’ Jake Guentzel
Sabres lose second-straight to Pittsburgh
'Krebs' second goal in three games made it a 2-1 contest.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose second-straight to Pittsburgh
Opinion: Three observations: Sabres drop both games of home-and-home series with Penguins
'The offensive consistency is still somewhat there, but the team needs to convert more of their high-danger chances when they present themselves. Smarter shooting can also help them, because it would create more second or third chances after the initial shot.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three observations: Sabres drop both games of home-and-home series with Penguins
Buffalo Sabres drop series finale to Pittsburgh Penguins 3-1 at PPG Paints Arena
'The first period was all Penguins with goals from both Rickard Rakell and Sidney Crosby to jump out to a 2-0 lead after the first period.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres drop series finale to Pittsburgh Penguins 3-1 at PPG Paints Arena