'The crowd roared. The Sabres formed a group hug around Anderson, who earned his 319th career victory by making 30 saves against his former team. They took turns congratulating the 41-year-old, who brought levity in difficult times with his wry sense of humor and helped each of his teammates with wisdom gained through his 20 seasons in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about ‘This is it’: Craig Anderson caps remarkable NHL career with 30 saves in Sabres OT win
Archives for April 2023
Mike Harrington: There's appreciation all over in Sabres' memorable home finale
'"It's a great group. We're still young, we're still learning, we're still trying to figure out who we are as individuals, as well as players," Anderson said before the game. "What I saw this year was exponential growth. At the end of the day, it's about being around the guys. Everyone here is a close-knit group. That's something special to be a part of, and that's something … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: There’s appreciation all over in Sabres’ memorable home finale
Sabres finish strong in attendance but still rank near bottom of NHL
'But because of a slow start at the box office, the 2022-23 season still will go down as the second-worst in two decades.' … [Read more...] about Sabres finish strong in attendance but still rank near bottom of NHL
Sabres send goalie Craig Anderson into retirement with magical win: ‘This is it’
'“Especially in this sport,” said an emotional Okposo. “We wanted that one for him. Just an incredible scene. We’ve had a few of these kind of nights over the last couple years, and this one was right at the top of the list. I’m just so happy for him and what he’s done and how he is as a person. How he carries himself every day. The leadership he provides, the perspective that … [Read more...] about Sabres send goalie Craig Anderson into retirement with magical win: ‘This is it’
Sabres notes: Tage Thompson wanted to hit 50-goal mark
'“If I could get around the same as I got last year, it would be successful and (I’d) be pretty happy with that,” Thompson said prior to Thursday’s 4-3 overtime win against the Ottawa Senators at KeyBank Center, the Sabres’ home finale.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Tage Thompson wanted to hit 50-goal mark
Friday's Ottawa Coverage
Sliced up by Sabres: Senators drop season finale in overtime (Ottawa Sun) The Senators close out the season with hope they'll be better next year (Ottawa Sun) Senators finish with loss to Anderson and Sabers (Le Droit) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Ottawa Coverage
Anderson closes career with Sabres’ 4-3 OT win over Senators
'“I think I left it all out there. At the end of the day, I did everything I possibly could to make sure that I was competitive and gave the team a chance to win,” Anderson added. “You’ve got to be honest with yourself. And that’s just the way this game goes, Father Time always catches up to you.”' … [Read more...] about Anderson closes career with Sabres’ 4-3 OT win over Senators
Craig Anderson announces his retirement from the NHL
'Before the game, his sons, Jake and Levi, announced the starting lineup. And after Sabres winger Casey Mittelstadt ended the game with a blazing shot past Senators netminder Mads Sogaard, the team made a beeline toward Anderson to give him one big group hug. The crowd rose to their feet for a lengthy standing ovation as the Senators lined up to hug their former netminder and … [Read more...] about Craig Anderson announces his retirement from the NHL
Sabres win home finale against Senators in overtime
'Casey Mittelstadt netted the game-winning goal in overtime, while goalie Craig Anderson made 30 saves in, what ends up being, a win in his final NHL game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win home finale against Senators in overtime
Opinion: Thank you, Sabres
'Yes, the Sabres ultimately fell short of reaching the playoffs, again. If you’re going to be a tough sell on buying in, I can’t say I blame you. Running the playoff drought to a dozen seasons can have that effect.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Thank you, Sabres
Sabres send off Craig Anderson with a win in home finale
'“It’s unbelievable,” Anderson said. “You’re kind of mind-numb to it all. You’re just like ‘did this really just happen?’ This is the way it’s supposed to be. Things happen for a reason. This was the way it was supposed to play out. They get a point, we get a point. We win in overtime. You couldn’t ask for a better story.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres send off Craig Anderson with a win in home finale
Sabres fan favorite Alex Tuch receives Rick Martin Memorial Award
'Tuch’s favored status in Sabreland was spotlighted prior to Thursday night’s home finale at KeyBank Center when he was presented with the Rick Martin Memorial Award. The top-line winger is the third recipient of the award voted on by fans to recognize the Sabres player who “best demonstrates on-ice excellence, resiliency, and dedication to the community.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fan favorite Alex Tuch receives Rick Martin Memorial Award
Sabres attendance up more than 55% in 2022-23
'Total attendance for the season was 638,174. That averages out to 15,565 fans per game over the course of 41 home matchups. In 40 games at KeyBank Center in 2021-22, the Sabres averaged 9,998 fans per game. An additional Sabres home game that season was played against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, Ontario.' … [Read more...] about Sabres attendance up more than 55% in 2022-23
Anderson wins final NHL game, Sabres defeat Senators in OT
'"It's the perfect story," he said. "It's unbelievable. You're kind of mind-numb to it all. You're just like 'did this really just happen?' This is the way it's supposed to be. Things happen for a reason. This was the way it was supposed to play out. They get a point, we get a point. We win in overtime. You couldn't ask for a better story."' … [Read more...] about Anderson wins final NHL game, Sabres defeat Senators in OT
Sabres, family celebrate Anderson's final NHL game
'And his teammates weren't the only one who had hugs for him. His wife, Nicholle and sons, Jake and Levi, also had some post-game love for Anderson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, family celebrate Anderson’s final NHL game