Rangers, Igor Shesterkin demolished by Sabres in rare drubbing (New York Post) Rangers’ listless ‘wake-up call’ was a long time coming (New York Post) Rangers pull Igor Shesterkin during five-goal disaster against Sabres (New York Post) Rangers dominated at home by Sabres as Igor Shesterkin is pulled after allowing five goals (Newsday) Three takeaways from Rangers' loss to … [Read more...] about Friday’s New York Coverage
Archives for November 2024
Dahlin scores as the Sabres beat Shesterkin and the Rangers 6-1
'Dylan Cozens, Tage Thompson, Jordan Greenway and Sam Lafferty had second-period goals as the Sabres won for the second time in six road games.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin scores as the Sabres beat Shesterkin and the Rangers 6-1
Sabres thrash Rangers at Madison Square Garden
'Visiting the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden, the blue and gold put a hurting on goalie Igor Shesterkin and company to the tune of a 6-1 final.' … [Read more...] about Sabres thrash Rangers at Madison Square Garden
Opinion: When Sabres work as unit, they become a dangerous team
'It’s funny that if they work hard and work together, the Sabres become a pretty good team. Beating the Rangers in New York, 6-1, in pretty good proof of that.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: When Sabres work as unit, they become a dangerous team
Sabres score big win in New York
'The Sabres parlayed a dominant period on the road against one of the NHL’s top teams to get their second winning streak of the season rolling.' … [Read more...] about Sabres score big win in New York
Sabres score 6, ease past Rangers
'"Yeah, you're not going to lose many games when you get an effort like that out of every line," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres score 6, ease past Rangers
Sabres play '4-line game' as 15 players record points in win over Rangers
'Thursday was once again a complete team effort. Fifteen players scored at least one point, including six goal scorers in Dahlin, Dylan Cozens, Tage Thompson, Jordan Greenway, Sam Lafferty, and Zach Benson..' … [Read more...] about Sabres play ‘4-line game’ as 15 players record points in win over Rangers
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks October 2024 report card (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Lindy Ruff's 'kick in the butt' has Mattias Samuelsson focused on improving for Sabres
'"Obviously just frustrated," Samuelsson told reporters after practice Wednesday. "You want to play. You want to be in the lineup. You want to help the team win. I mean, he’s the head coach. He has to make those decisions and, obviously, I haven’t been good enough if I’m in the conversation of being sat. Just have to be better on my part."' … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff’s ‘kick in the butt’ has Mattias Samuelsson focused on improving for Sabres
Mike Harrington: Lindy Ruff makes big moves to enforce Sabres' standards. How do they keep it up?
'“We’ve discussed what is necessary to win hockey games,” Ruff said after his team rolled to a full-marks, 5-1 win over the Ottawa Senators. “I’ve probably been more patient than I’ve ever been, just trying to figure these guys out. But there’s a standard you have to play to and the standard hasn’t been good enough.”' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Lindy Ruff makes big moves to enforce Sabres’ standards. How do they keep it up?
Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson must ‘raise the standard’ after healthy scratch
'While Samuelsson, 24, doesn’t like sitting out, he understands why Ruff, who also scratched defenseman Henri Jokiharju, shook up his blue line.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson must ‘raise the standard’ after healthy scratch
Thursday's New York Coverage
Projected lineup: Rangers believe their power play has more to give (White Plains Journal News) Sabres take on the Rangers after Peterka’s 2-goal showing (AP) Rangers vs. Sabres: Pregame Notes (NYRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s New York Coverage
Samuelsson knows his play needs to be brought up to the standard
'“If you asked me before I got scratched, I would’ve told you I need to be better anyways, it’s not like it was a secret before the game, so you can say it’s a little added motivation, but it’s just get back to work, I plan on playing in the NHL for a long time, so you’re going to have your ups and downs, so I’m not too worried about it.”' … [Read more...] about Samuelsson knows his play needs to be brought up to the standard
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks sweep road trip, extend win streak to five straight (Amerks.com) Monsters fall short in 4-2 loss to Americans (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres finally deliver 'textbook game,' pull away with 3 goals in third period of 5-1 win
'Ruff challenged his players before practice Monday to raise their personal standard and refuse to settle for mediocrity. They weren’t playing quick enough, and he grew tired of watching them repeat mistakes that his coaching staff worked to correct. His decision to scratch Mattias Samuelsson and Henri Jokiharju to play Connor Clifton and Dennis Gilbert produced positive … [Read more...] about Sabres finally deliver ‘textbook game,’ pull away with 3 goals in third period of 5-1 win