'"It was awesome," Benson beamed. "It’s pretty surreal to be playing in Capital One Arena and playing against NHL guys and playing with NHL guys. I can’t thank Greener and Josty enough because they helped me a ton getting the system down and knowing what to do out there."' … [Read more...] about Zach Benson shows poise, dynamic ability as Sabres open preseason with OT win
Archives for September 25, 2023
Monday's Washington Coverage
In preseason debut, Caps show highs and lows of learning a new system (Washington Post) Caps Drop Exhibition Opener in Shootout, 4-3 (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Washington Coverage
Sabres open preseason with shootout win over Capitals
'After the Capitals failed to score on their next two attempts, Buffalo had a chance to end the game with a win in Round 3. It ended up being forward Brandon Biro coming up with the game-winning goal for the Sabres to help Buffalo to a 1-0-0 start in the preseason.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open preseason with shootout win over Capitals
JJ Peterka using past experiences to get himself ready for 2023-24 season
'"I think just the reps," Peterka said. "I went to Buffalo and started in September just to skate with the guys to get more speed in my game. From now on, it’s just getting game reps and practice reps, and I’m feeling better."' … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka using past experiences to get himself ready for 2023-24 season
Sabres beat Capitals in preseason opener
'The game quickly ran into overtime and finished with a shootout where Sabres' Brandon Biro drilled the puck in the net with a backhanded shot to give Buffalo the 4-3 win over the Washington Capitals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Capitals in preseason opener
Sabres erase 2-0 deficit to win preseason opener in Washington
'Peyton Krebs and Zach Benson also scored goals for the Sabres, who overcame a 2-0 deficit. Peterka and Krebs were two of the veterans on a roster comprised mostly of prospects.' … [Read more...] about Sabres erase 2-0 deficit to win preseason opener in Washington
‘It’s what you dream of’ | Benson tallies goal in 1st NHL preseason game
'The 18-year-old logged three shots, 17:11 of ice time, and scored a goal after tipping a shot from Ryan Johnson to give the Sabres a 3-2 lead with 11:01 remaining.' … [Read more...] about ‘It’s what you dream of’ | Benson tallies goal in 1st NHL preseason game