'Buffalo’s struggles on offense are easy to pinpoint. The top six forwards have combined for one point (JJ Peterka’s goal against the Rangers) while top defensemen Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power have one point apiece. The first line (Skinner, Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch) is a combined minus-8 while second-line center Dylan Cozens is minus-4.' … [Read more...] about Sabres looking for their big names to get the offense cranked up as part of four-game homestand
Archives for October 17, 2023
‘Mature game’ helping Sabres rookie Zach Benson make fast impact
'Over the past month, Okposo has watched Benson, 18, keep generating confidence and perform so well he earned an NHL roster spot just months after the Sabres drafted him 13th overall. In his first days here, the rookie winger has consistently showcased a tenacious style that complements his skill.' … [Read more...] about ‘Mature game’ helping Sabres rookie Zach Benson make fast impact
Tuesday's Tampa Bay Coverage
Sabres take on the Lightning in Atlantic Division matchup (AP) Nuts & Bolts: Road trip wraps up in Buffalo (TampaBayLightning.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Tampa Bay Coverage
How the Sabres changed their culture to change their results
'"Our veterans have gotten that room to the point where today, right now, the players know they should go out each night and know they're capable of winning. It's much different than before," head coach Don Granato told ESPN in September. "We've grown from where, two years ago, we drafted Owen Power [No. 1 overall], which means we were not in a good position in the standings. … [Read more...] about How the Sabres changed their culture to change their results
Sabres need to get top-two lines going
'The Sabres opened against two very defensive teams that like to clog up the neutral zone. The veteran winger says there’s still a lot of hockey to be played.' … [Read more...] about Sabres need to get top-two lines going
Peterka set to break out, help Sabres end Stanley Cup Playoff drought
'"He's going to break out at some point, there's no question," Buffalo coach Don Granato said. "There's too much talent there and he continues to absorb, grow and mature. Guys his age, you just see the growth day by day, week by week."' … [Read more...] about Peterka set to break out, help Sabres end Stanley Cup Playoff drought
Practice Report | Sabres finding their rhythm ahead of homestand
'“But, yes, it was Game 2. There’s a foundation of some things when you have that many returning players there that you can really start building on more. I thought once our guys start feeling like themselves, it’s exciting as a coach. It’s a sign that we’re moving in the right direction. Based on that, the direction can accelerate at a better pace than it did maybe a year … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Sabres finding their rhythm ahead of homestand
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Resilient Amerks show up on opening weekend (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage