'On Friday, Dahlin replaced the injured Thompson and surprised everybody by ripping a bomb at 102.3 mph. The only shot that was faster came from Elias Pettersson of the Vancouver Canucks who blasted a puck at 103.2 mph.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Dahlin does well in the Hardest Shot competition at the NHL All-Star Game
Archives for February 2023
Buffalo’s Rasmus Dahlin slaps 102 mph shot at NHL All-Star Weekend
'Dahlin, who was a late All-Star replacement for the Sabres’ most powerful shooter, Tage Thompson, clocked in at 102.3 mph on his second slap shot. Another Swedish player, Canucks forward Elias Pettersson won the competition with a 103.2 mph velocity.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo’s Rasmus Dahlin slaps 102 mph shot at NHL All-Star Weekend
'Special player': Rasmus Dahlin steps into spotlight for Sabres at NHL All-Star Weekend
'“It’s so great to experience this,” the defenseman told The Buffalo News. “To hang out with all the best in the league, it’s gaining confidence, for sure. I love getting to chat with all the best and see all the Swedes. When I'm here, and I see the sun and the beach and all that, I can't complain."' … [Read more...] about ‘Special player’: Rasmus Dahlin steps into spotlight for Sabres at NHL All-Star Weekend
Legislature approves $1.3M arena security agreement between Sabres ownership, Sheriff's Office
'The County Legislature on Thursday approved a draft agreement for the team to pay an escalating sum, equivalent to $1.38 million over the next four years, for arena security. However, despite some initial concerns raised by Comptroller Kevin Hardwick, the Legislature received a draft copy of the contract that excluded an attachment outlining minimum staffing levels, scheduling … [Read more...] about Legislature approves $1.3M arena security agreement between Sabres ownership, Sheriff’s Office
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin replaces injured Tage Thompson in NHL All-Star Game
'Of course, Dahlin, 22, is a worthy replacement for Thompson, a center whose 34 goals and 68 points lead the Sabres and rank third and fifth in the NHL, respectively. The Swede, the only defenseman on the Atlantic Division squad, was considered a major snub when he did not earn a spot on the original roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin replaces injured Tage Thompson in NHL All-Star Game
Rasmus Dahlin replaces Tage Thompson at NHL All-Star Game
'After a few promising campaigns, Dahlin has now fully blossomed into the elite defender many projected him to be after going first overall in the NHL draft back in 2018, leading the Sabres' blueline and thrusting his club into the thick of a competitive playoff race.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin replaces Tage Thompson at NHL All-Star Game
Dahlin takes Thompson’s place at NHL All-Star Game
'Dahlin, who has been far-and-away the best defenseman in the Eastern Conference this season, will play in his second All-Star Game. It was a joke that Dahlin wasn’t originally named to the team in addition to Thompson.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin takes Thompson’s place at NHL All-Star Game
Opinion: Sabres Week in Review: Buffalo rolls through week-long road-trip
'Along with the tough travel, Buffalo faced off against some of the best teams in the western conference but handled themselves very well. The Sabres played with an energetic look night in and night out and secured seven of eight possible points keeping them involved in a tight playoff race.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres Week in Review: Buffalo rolls through week-long road-trip
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin replacing injured Tage Thompson at NHL All-Star Game
'With Dahlin replacing Thompson, the 22-year-old defenseman will now play in his second career All-Star Game. Dahlin is also having a career year with 14 goals and 41 assists for 55 points in 49 games. He ranks second among NHL defensemen in goals and points and is third in average ice time.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin replacing injured Tage Thompson at NHL All-Star Game
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin replacing injured Tage Thompson in NHL All-Star Game
'The 22-year-old Dahlin was an All-Star a year ago and has been even better this season. Dahlin’s 14 goals are a career-high and he leads the Sabres with 40 assists. He ranks second among NHL defenseman with 54 points, the second-most by a Buffalo blue-liner through the first 50 games in history. He is on pace to break Hall of Famer Phil Housley’s team record for points by a … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin replacing injured Tage Thompson in NHL All-Star Game
Sabres' Dahlin replaces Thompson at NHL All-Star Game
'This will be Dahlin's second appearance at the NHL All-Star Game. He currently ranks second among defensemen in goals with 14 and points (55).' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dahlin replaces Thompson at NHL All-Star Game
Dahlin to replace Thompson on NHL All-Star roster
'Dahlin will represent the Buffalo Sabres in place of Tage Thompson, who did not play the third period against Carolina on Wednesday due to an upper-body injury. Dahlin will be playing in his second career All-Star Game, having made the event for the first time last season.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin to replace Thompson on NHL All-Star roster
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks unable to climb out of early deficit in 5-3 loss to Senators (Amerks.com) Amerks need to get back to playing to their identity (Amerks.com) Belleville Sens earn emphatic win over Amerks (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Observations: Slow start spoils Sabres' opportunity to jump into playoff spot
'Fans filed into KeyBank Center and watched from afar on national television as the Sabres tried to ascend to a playoff spot at the All-Star break for the first time since 2010. They witnessed another harsh lesson for the youngest team in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Slow start spoils Sabres’ opportunity to jump into playoff spot
Mike Harrington: Both on the ice and in the stands, the Sabres' situation at home is complicated
'So then you looked around for real. After being filled for the last two home games, the downtown barn wasn't close to capacity Wednesday night. The announced crowd was 14,166, which is just over 4,900 shy of capacity. You'd like it to be better for a team coming off a 3-0-1 road trip but, in the end, it was far from an October terrible turnout either like I was fearing it … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Both on the ice and in the stands, the Sabres’ situation at home is complicated