'The Habs won the shootout, 2-1, on Michael Pezzetta's goal in Round 6 – which he celebrated with a riding of the stick a la longtime Toronto enforcer Tiger Williams, to the delight of the Montreal fans in the crowd of 16,435.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Lukas Rousek gets first NHL goal as Thompson-less Sabres fall to Habs in shootout
Archives for March 28, 2023
Buffalo Sabres' Ilya Lyubushkin sitting out warmups on Pride night for safety concerns
'Lyubushkin, who joined the Sabres on a two-year contract in July, returns to his home country each summer, where he and his wife have family. Russian President Vladimir Putin signed an expanded anti-gay law in December that outlaws any forms of so-called LGBTQ "propaganda" through adverting, books, film and theater productions, among other forms of media.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres’ Ilya Lyubushkin sitting out warmups on Pride night for safety concerns
Canadiens spoil Lukas Rousek’s debut; Sabres’ Tage Thompson out with injury
'A victory over the Canadiens at KeyBank Center would’ve moved the Sabres to within one point of the struggling Florida Panthers and four points of the Pittsburgh Penguins, who own that coveted last playoff spot.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens spoil Lukas Rousek’s debut; Sabres’ Tage Thompson out with injury
Safety concerns keep Sabres’ Ilya Lyubushkin out of Pride Night warm-up
'In December, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed into law a bill that makes it illegal to spread “LGBTQ propaganda.” Lyubushkin returns to Russia with his family during the offseason.' … [Read more...] about Safety concerns keep Sabres’ Ilya Lyubushkin out of Pride Night warm-up
Sabres rookie Devon Levi ready to leave his mark between the pipes
'“We’ll see where the road takes me,” Levi, 21, told the Montreal Gazette by telephone prior to Monday night’s game between the Canadiens and Sabres. “I’m just focusing on right now. Whatever they decide, they decide. Whatever net I’m put in, my job’s to stop the puck. Whether that’s here or whether that’s (in Rochester), I’m not really sure."' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Devon Levi ready to leave his mark between the pipes
CH-Sabres: another NHL player refuses to participate in the LGBTQ+ pride party
'"As an American and a North American, I don't think you can understand the decision-making process he's in. I don't think it's appropriate to judge him, he added. To pass judgment without understanding the full scope of his decision would not be very wise.»' … [Read more...] about CH-Sabres: another NHL player refuses to participate in the LGBTQ+ pride party
Sabers: Devon Levi is living the dream one day at a time
'“In practice, the NHL is not that different from the NCAA. It's the same game and I'm still a goalie,” Levi said. But the guys are much more skilled. They know where to put the puck. Their shots are perfect. So you have to be perfect to stop them.”' … [Read more...] about Sabers: Devon Levi is living the dream one day at a time
Ilya Lyubushkin will not wear the rainbow sweater
'In a brief statement, the Sabers said they were "aware" of "threats" against certain players. "We understand their decision not to run this risk," it added. A native of Moscow, Lyubushkin returns to his hometown every summer once the hockey season is over.' … [Read more...] about Ilya Lyubushkin will not wear the rainbow sweater
The student who never finished learning
'After his team's practice on Monday, he spoke of the chance he has been offered as an "honor". He doesn't know if he will play a game by the end of the season, but he doesn't care. He is boosted from the moment he wakes up in the morning and concentrates all his energies in the single day in front of him.' … [Read more...] about The student who never finished learning
Devon Levi has been enjoying himself since arriving in Buffalo
'“I like the guys here so much. They are really nice. Whether it was the players or everyone in the organization I met, I felt they were welcoming. It's perfect for me to be here with a guy like Anderson who has so much experience and sees the game in an intelligent way.»' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi has been enjoying himself since arriving in Buffalo
Tuesday's Montreal Coverage
Pezzetta scores shootout winner vs. Sabres as Canadiens keep building brand (Montreal Gazette) Pezzetta pays tribute to Tiger Williams with his shootout celebration (Montreal Gazette) About Last Night: Don't count out Gallagher just yet (Montreal Gazette) Sabres rookie Devon Levi ready to leave his mark between the pipes (Montreal Gazette) Canadian: Michael Pezzetta will … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Montreal Coverage
Pezzetta scores shootout winner; Canadiens beat Sabres 4-3
'“Just a little hesitation,” forward JJ Peterka said of the Sabres third-period lapse. “We didn’t play with much energy and we didn’t play that aggressive as we played the two periods before. I think that was the difference.”' … [Read more...] about Pezzetta scores shootout winner; Canadiens beat Sabres 4-3
Sabres’ Russian player won’t take part in Pride night warmup
'The 28-year-old defenseman was Buffalo’s only healthy player not to take part in the warmups, before participating in the game. The remaining players took the ice wearing dark blue jerseys with the Sabres logo on the front encircled by a rainbow-colored outline, the same design as the team used for its social media avatar throughout the day.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Russian player won’t take part in Pride night warmup
Ilya Lyubushkin won't take part in warmups on Sabres' Pride Night, cites Russia's anti-gay law
'Lyubushkin is originally from Moscow and still has family that lives in Russia. He also visits the country during the offseason. The Sabres do still plan to wear Pride jerseys during warmups on Monday.' … [Read more...] about Ilya Lyubushkin won’t take part in warmups on Sabres’ Pride Night, cites Russia’s anti-gay law
Sabres fall in shootout against Montreal
'Both teams had chances in the extra period, especially with a power play chance for Montreal. Peyton Krebs was called for cross-checking halfway through the period to give the Canadiens a four-on-three opportunity.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall in shootout against Montreal