'“We hope that it continues to be a very tough decision, and it would be today because UPL is playing incredibly well and at some point Comrie will exhaust time that he can be in Rochester by virtue of his veteran status.” Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Granato not against keeping three goalies on roster
Archives for January 2023
Sabres forward Tage Thompson selected to NHL All-Star game
'Thompson has scored 55 points and 30 goals so far in 36 games played during the 2022-2023 season. Thompson's 30 goals are the second-most in the league, only after Oilers center, Connor McDavid, with 33.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Tage Thompson selected to NHL All-Star game
Sabres’ Tage Thompson selected for NHL All-Star Game
'The league’s hockey operations department picked the first 32 All-Stars, one from each team. Fans will choose the final 12 players who make it — three skaters and a goalie from each division — with a Twitter component involved for the first time. All-Star Weekend is set for Feb. 3-4 in South Florida.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson selected for NHL All-Star Game
Sabres wear special T-shirts in support of Bills safety Hamlin
'The Sabres wore custom T-shirts in honor of the National Football League safety before their game against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres wear special T-shirts in support of Bills safety Hamlin
'Pure excitement' | Thompson to represent Sabres at All-Star Game
'"I think you dream of playing in the NHL, winning a Stanley Cup, being an NHL All-Star," he said. "To get selected and be able to go is a pretty cool feeling."' … [Read more...] about ‘Pure excitement’ | Thompson to represent Sabres at All-Star Game
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks win streak snapped in 5-1 loss to Belleville (Amerks.com) Comrie provides calming presence for Amerks (Amerks.com) Sokolov hat trick paces Belleville Sens to win over Amerks (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
'We're in this together': Sabres earn OT win to cap emotional day for Buffalo
'Buffalo (19-15-2) has earned at least one point in seven of its last eight games, including a win streak of six that ended Sunday in Ottawa. Luukkonen made 28 saves to help the Sabres withstand the Capitals’ push, but Alex Ovechkin scored twice to spark the rally for Washington (21-13-6).' … [Read more...] about ‘We’re in this together’: Sabres earn OT win to cap emotional day for Buffalo
Chris Pronger, a Hockey Hall of Fame defenseman, recalls his 'scary' cardiac event
'Neither Blues trainer Ray Barile nor team physician Dr. Aaron Birenbaum could find a pulse on Pronger's neck or wrist. Pronger’s lips were blue, and becoming bluer by the second, while his eyes were rolled back into his head. Barile cut Pronger’s jersey and shoulder pads to prepare to perform CPR when, suddenly, he awoke.' … [Read more...] about Chris Pronger, a Hockey Hall of Fame defenseman, recalls his ‘scary’ cardiac event
How Sabres showed their support for Bills’ Damar Hamlin ahead of matchup vs. Capitals
'To show their support for Hamlin, every Sabres player was shown wearing a “Love for 3″ t-shirt in Bills colors as they entered the Capital One Arena.' … [Read more...] about How Sabres showed their support for Bills’ Damar Hamlin ahead of matchup vs. Capitals
Love for 3: Tage Thompson’s big night for Sabres dedicated to Bills’ Damar Hamlin
'Thompson’s game-winning goal came in 3-on-3 overtime just three minutes into overtime for his 30th goal of the season. The power of three was certainly on display on Tuesday night in the Sabres’ win.' … [Read more...] about Love for 3: Tage Thompson’s big night for Sabres dedicated to Bills’ Damar Hamlin
Wednesday's Washington Coverage
Tage Thompson outshines Alex Ovechkin as Sabres knock off Capitals in OT (Washington Post) Tage Thompson scores hat trick to fend off Caps’ comeback (NBC Sports Washington) Caps’ magic number not enough against Sabres’ high-flying offense (NBC Sports Washington) Sabres Slide By Caps in OT, 5-4 (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Washington Coverage
Sabres beat Capitals in OT with Bills’ Damar Hamlin on mind
'It was evident from the “LOVE FOR 3” shirts players wore into the arena to Hamlin’s jersey number in Bills colors on the lapel of general manager Kevyn Adams, who did not even want to talk about Tage Thompson’s hat trick and his team’s seventh victory in eight games. He and the Sabres were entirely focused on Hamlin, the Bills safety who remained hospitalized in critical … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Capitals in OT with Bills’ Damar Hamlin on mind
Damar Hamlin suffers cardiac arrest: Sabres show support for Bills' safety with 'LOVE FOR 3' shirts
'On Tuesday night, Buffalo Sabres players arrived for their game against the Washington Capitals in D.C. sporting "LOVE FOR 3" shirts to show their support for Hamlin.' … [Read more...] about Damar Hamlin suffers cardiac arrest: Sabres show support for Bills’ safety with ‘LOVE FOR 3’ shirts
Sabres defeat Washington in overtime thanks to another Tage Thompson hat-trick
'Ahead of Tuesday's puck drop in the nation's capital, both teams and the crowd in attendance held a moment of silence for Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who suffered a cardiac arrest on Monday night in the first quarter of Buffalo's matchup with the Bengals in Cincinnati.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Washington in overtime thanks to another Tage Thompson hat-trick
Emotional Adams speaks following Tuesday's overtime win in Washington
'“Our thoughts, our hearts and our prayers are with Damar and his family and the entire Bills organization,” said Adams at the top of his postgame press conference.' … [Read more...] about Emotional Adams speaks following Tuesday’s overtime win in Washington