'In four games without Power, the Sabres have received one point and three assists with a plus-6 rating from Jokiharju. He’s averaging 24:29 of ice time during that span, including a career-high 27:29 Monday in a 4-3 loss to the Anaheim Ducks, and he will remain in a prominent role when they face the Canadiens in Montreal on Wednesday night.' … [Read more...] about Henri Jokiharju showing he ‘belongs’ on Sabres’ top pair after healthy scratches
Archives for February 21, 2024
Injuries force Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin to handle more responsibility, ice time
'Having led the Sabres in ice time for the last three seasons, he’s used to gobbling up about 24 or 25 minutes each game. But over the past month, he has graduated to a new level.' … [Read more...] about Injuries force Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin to handle more responsibility, ice time
Wednesday's Montreal Coverage
Buffalo brings road win streak into matchup with Montreal (AP) BUF@MTL: What you need to know (Canadiens.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Montreal Coverage
Sabres’ season-opening high aspirations are but a faint glimmer in falling further out of contention
'“In my head, I can’t be thinking like you guys,” Dahlin said, referring to reporters, while noting there were still 31 games left in the season. “We can’t look at the big picture. I know the outside world is doing it. But in here, if we start doing that, it’s no good.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ season-opening high aspirations are but a faint glimmer in falling further out of contention
Jeff Skinner knows he has to get scoring touch back
'“Yes, production hasn’t been there like I’d like it to be, so I’ve just got to focus on things that I can control and focus on working on things that are going to turn the tide, so hopefully I can get a couple and get on a bit of a roll again.”' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner knows he has to get scoring touch back
Granato: Sabres need to finish on available scoring chances
'"Just looking at the chances last night, [Jordan] Greenway breakaway misses, Tage [Thompson] a breakaway, Tage five seconds or eight seconds later point blank in the slot missed, JJ Peterka point blank in the slot missed, JJ had a partial breakaway miss. I mentioned those, because they're all quality," said Sabres head coach Don Granato during his weekly appearance on the … [Read more...] about Granato: Sabres need to finish on available scoring chances
Peterka, Krebs, and Benson showcasing their chemistry on the ice
'“For me, I try to be a direct player. JJ has that craftiness that can be shifty, and Benny works those plays down low, really smart. So, I think it’s a good balance and everything you need in a line, and it’s a lot of fun.”' … [Read more...] about Peterka, Krebs, and Benson showcasing their chemistry on the ice
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks are excelling during a challenging portion of their schedule behind Devon Levi (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage