'“We had a real good start and we got away from our game,” said Sabres coach Don Granato. “We played way too relaxed after that. It was as if we felt it was going to be an easier night than what it was. We generated scoring chances, but we didn’t score. We thought that would just keep happening and we would be fine. So, we just dropped the level of focus and intensity, and it … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres’ playoff chances take another hit with shootout loss to Capitals
Archives for March 2023
Sabres prospect Devon Levi named Hockey East POY, Hobey Baker finalist
'Levi, a junior at Northeastern, has registered a 17-12-5 record with a 2.24 goals-against average and a .933 save percentage and six shutouts in 34 games this season. On Saturday, the Huskies lost their first game of the Hockey East Tournament, and they’re not expected to qualify for the NCAA Tournament.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Devon Levi named Hockey East POY, Hobey Baker finalist
Thursday's Washington Coverage
Capitals come off the deck, rally past Sabres in shootout (Washington Post) After rocky start, Lindgren steps up in win over Sabres (NBC Sports Washington) Ovechkin provides spark vs. Sabres in return from injury (NBC Sports Washington) Caps Stun Sabres in Shootout, 5-4 (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Washington Coverage
Capitals tie it late, come back to beat Sabres in shootout
'“Down the stretch, every point matters, so it’s huge and everyone realizes this in the locker room,” Buffalo’s Tyson Jost said. “We care so much and want it and that’s good to see and we’ve just got to keep pushing and focus on the next game and keep putting together wins here.”' … [Read more...] about Capitals tie it late, come back to beat Sabres in shootout
Third period leads slip away from Sabres in loss to Capitals
'The Buffalo Sabres were unable to hold onto two multi-goal leads in the third period on Wednesday night, as the Washington Capitals played comeback in shootout fashion, 5-4, at Capital One Arena in the nation's capital.' … [Read more...] about Third period leads slip away from Sabres in loss to Capitals
Capitals rally for shootout win against Sabres
'"We got out of here with one point, and that's a big, big deal to get a point," Buffalo coach Don Granato said. "But very disappointing that we feel that with more focus, which should have been there, we would have had the two."' … [Read more...] about Capitals rally for shootout win against Sabres
Postgame Report | Sabres pick up point in shootout loss in Washington
'"So, we're on to Philly and there's two more potential points there. We've got to dial right back into that."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Sabres pick up point in shootout loss in Washington
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Subban backstops Amerks to shutout win over Rocket (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Alex Ovechkin's Capitals are next obstacle for Sabres during their playoff push
'Alex Ovechkin has tortured Sabres fans throughout his storied career, scoring 40 goals in 61 games. The Capitals aren’t as talented as their Cup-winning roster that handed Tuch and the Golden Knights a loss in the 2018 final, but they have enough around Ovechkin to make the Sabres pay for mistakes. Overchkin, however, missed Tuesday’s game against the Rangers with a lower-body … [Read more...] about Alex Ovechkin’s Capitals are next obstacle for Sabres during their playoff push
Wednesday's Washington Coverage
Sabres visit the Capitals after Tuch’s 2-goal performance (AP) Caps Battle With Sabres (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Washington Coverage
Granato wants his players to reach new levels to build confidence
'In the stretch of losses for the Sabres, Granato has been using their games to find a way to make their game better in a win or in a loss. “We’re using the result positive or negative to move this group forward and I don’t think that stopped.” Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Granato wants his players to reach new levels to build confidence
Opinion: Sabres Week in Review: Buffalo's playoff chances slipping
'Games like these simply can't happen this late in the season. They destroy any kind of momentum, and take away crucial opportunities for points in the standings. While it's important for any team to recognize that, it's also important for the team to move on and not let it distract them from the next important game.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres Week in Review: Buffalo’s playoff chances slipping
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks Update | Kulich, Rosen impressing as rookies (Sabres.com) Allow Austin Strand to introduce himself (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Observations: Alex Tuch scores twice in return to propel Sabres' comeback win
'"There was no emotion, no wasted energy anywhere," said Sabres coach Don Granato, referring to the 2-0 deficit in the second period. "They were dialed in. … This group knows they can score, so we’re tryin' to sell the other side to them and believe in that confidence. Obviously, it came through tonight."' … [Read more...] about Observations: Alex Tuch scores twice in return to propel Sabres’ comeback win
Alex Tuch scores twice in return, helps Sabres roar back to beat Maple Leafs
'Down 2-0 early in the second period, they roared back to stun the Leafs before a crowd of 18,688 fans at Scotiabank Arena.' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch scores twice in return, helps Sabres roar back to beat Maple Leafs