'The Sabres dominated San Jose in every aspect of play in the second period. JJ Peterka tied the game just 16 seconds into the middle frame. Jeff Skinner and Jack Quinn were soon to follow and gave Buffalo a 4-2 lead going into the final period.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three observations: Sabres go on scoring spree in win over Sharks
Archives for December 2022
Opinion: Sabres' young line gets better with every game
'Cozens has done a terrific job of putting Quinn and Peterka at ease and in the meantime, showing that he indeed is the No. 2 center on this team.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres’ young line gets better with every game
Sabres beat Sharks 6-3
'The Buffalo Sabres broke out the red and black jerseys and beat the San Jose Sharks 6-3 on Sunday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Sharks 6-3
Quinn scores twice in Sabres win against Sharks
'The 21-year-old rookie has nine points (five goals, four assists) in his past eight games.' … [Read more...] about Quinn scores twice in Sabres win against Sharks
Postgame Report | Dahlin delivers highlight-reel hit in win over Sharks
'Rasmus Dahlin conjured memories of Michael Peca and Brian Campbell as he lined up Matt Nieto on Sunday, donning the black and red colors worn for some of the great hits in Sabres history.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Dahlin delivers highlight-reel hit in win over Sharks
Mattias Samuelsson using stout defense, 'unapologetically' wry humor to lift Sabres
'“It was pretty funny,” Power recalled, letting out a chuckle at his dressing-room stall following practice Saturday. “He’s obviously a bit of a clown, but he’s such a good guy. Everybody loves him. He’s one of the best teammates I’ve ever played with.”' … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson using stout defense, ‘unapologetically’ wry humor to lift Sabres
Inside the NHL: 'Young and dumb' is one reason for all these crazy games
'"I guess it's exciting for fans. Some might tell you it's not exciting, that it's too nerve wracking, but it's the way the league is going," Granato said. "It's a much, much younger league. More money is going to players under 25 (that) never went to players under 25. It went to players over 30. It's just the way the league was 10 years ago. Agents put work into their younger … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: ‘Young and dumb’ is one reason for all these crazy games
Sabres’ JJ Peterka evolving, becoming one of NHL’s best rookies
'“That’s an area that he’s getting better at, just recognizing play without the puck, recognizing potential danger the other way toward our net,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “It’s still a work in progress, but very good sign the other night to see him recognize that and jump to get his job done."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ JJ Peterka evolving, becoming one of NHL’s best rookies
Sunday's San Jose Coverage
Sharks visit the Sabres after Hertl’s 2-goal game (AP) Preview: Sharks at Sabres (SJSharks.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s San Jose Coverage
Dylan Cozens putting together full game at age of 21
'Cozens has been thriving after being placed on the No. 1 power play and on a line with rookies JJ Peterka and Jack Quinn. Quinn has three goals and seven assists for 10 points in 11 games, while Peterka has seven points in the 14 games.' … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens putting together full game at age of 21
Bryson returns to practice, could play Sunday vs. Sharks
'"I'll talk to him now, but he looked good in practice," Granato said. "He had a skate prior, obviously, a couple, so I would expect he would be ready to go."' … [Read more...] about Bryson returns to practice, could play Sunday vs. Sharks
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks fall in rematch with Monsters (Amerks.com) Monsters stay strong in 4-3 win over Amerks (ClevelandMonstaers.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Mike Harrington: Sabres have a mess in goal and need to find out more about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen
'Two thoughts on the state of the Buffalo Sabres' goaltending: 1). It's far too early to give up on Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen but the question marks are rapidly growing. 2). Devon Levi better be really good. And better become NHL-ready super fast.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres have a mess in goal and need to find out more about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen
Could the Buffalo Sabres land Jakob Chychrun?
'Friedman believes Chychrun has informed Coyotes management that he'd prefer getting traded to a post-season contender. That would give the edge to the Kings, who made the playoffs last season and currently sit third in the Pacific Division. The Sabres last made the post-season in 2011 and are currently six points out of an Eastern Conference wild-card berth.' … [Read more...] about Could the Buffalo Sabres land Jakob Chychrun?
Observations: Dylan Cozens' breakout continues with 3-point night in Sabres' loss
'While Cozens’ three-point night Thursday in KeyBank Center wasn’t enough to help the Sabres overcome the defending Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche’s power play in a 6-4 loss, he showed again that he’s become a consistent difference-maker for Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Dylan Cozens’ breakout continues with 3-point night in Sabres’ loss