'No idea what’s up with this: Buffalo is 7-1-0 against the Western Conference and only 4-8-1 against the East. The Sabres are taking advantage of a run of West teams on the schedule that continues with five of the next six games being home contests against West clubs (Minnesota, Vancouver, Colorado, Winnipeg and Utah).' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Points to ponder after Sabres’ golden sweep out West
Archives for November 2024
After terrific debut, highlight-reel save, Sabres goalie James Reimer could play again this weekend
'So fresh off his Buffalo debut, expect Reimer, 36, to start either Friday’s afternoon’s home game against the Vancouver Canucks or Saturday’s road contest versus the New York Islanders.' … [Read more...] about After terrific debut, highlight-reel save, Sabres goalie James Reimer could play again this weekend
Why the Buffalo Sabres start to the season paints promising playoff picture
'Last season, seven of the eight teams in the Eastern Conference in playoff spots at Thanksgiving ended up qualifying for the postseason. Detroit, who was in a Wild Card spot on Thanksgiving, missed the playoffs by a single point. So no, this does not mean the Sabres will make the playoffs, but the math is on their side.' … [Read more...] about Why the Buffalo Sabres start to the season paints promising playoff picture
Hamilton Take 2: Sabres streaking with wins, on-ice performance
'Tage Thompson has missed five games with his injury and Buffalo is 4-1-0. If you’re going to be a good team, you have to find different ways to win hockey games. They have found a way to get four games to overtime and have lost one, won two in overtime, and won one in a shootout. This is a place where they have to be better.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Sabres streaking with wins, on-ice performance
Sabres complete California sweep with another comeback win: 5 takeaways from San Jose
'“I’m exhausted,” Tuch admitted, relaxing his shoulders while flashing a grin. “It’s exhausting, honestly. It really takes a lot for all 20 of us to come in. It’s 22 hours with travel, we get into the hotel at 2:30 last night, you’re sleeping as much as possible, you’re eating as much as you can, you’re taking a nap if you can. It’s a quick turnaround, honestly. … They took it … [Read more...] about Sabres complete California sweep with another comeback win: 5 takeaways from San Jose
Inside the NHL: Sabres winger Jack Quinn insists he's healthy. Now he just needs to score
'Barring some major pump in production over the final 60 games, Quinn has answered the question about whether he’s going to need a long-term, big-money deal going into next season. He’s not getting one and JJ Peterka probably is.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Sabres winger Jack Quinn insists he’s healthy. Now he just needs to score
After mistake, Sabres prospect Konsta Helenius dazzles for Rochester
'“Usually they say it, but I knew that it was my goal,” Helenius said following his first two-point night for the Amerks. “They didn’t say anything because they knew that I knew.”' … [Read more...] about After mistake, Sabres prospect Konsta Helenius dazzles for Rochester
Sunday's San Jose Coverage
On special night, Sharks blow third-period lead in latest loss (San Jose Mercury News) Thornton reaches Sharks immortality amid tears, laughs, and love (San Jose Mercury News) The Sharks retire Joe Thornton’s No. 19 jersey in an emotional ceremony (AP) Thornton, Sharks celebrate career with number retirement (NHL.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s San Jose Coverage
Tuch’s short-handed goal helps the Sabres rally for a 4-2 win over the Sharks
'Tuch intercepted a pass in his defensive zone and beat Mackenzie Blackwood on a breakaway for his third short-handed goal of the season.' … [Read more...] about Tuch’s short-handed goal helps the Sabres rally for a 4-2 win over the Sharks
Sabres sweep California with win over Sharks
'With a chance to sweep the "California Week", the Buffalo Sabres stepped up to the plate and delivered. The blue and gold played comeback for a second-consecutive night, and defeated the San Jose Sharks by a final score of 4-2 inside SAP Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sweep California with win over Sharks
Opinion: James Reimer steals the show as Buffalo takes third place in the Atlantic Division
'The Sabres continue to take silly penalties, but they killed off all five San Jose power plays including a 20 second 5-on-3. Buffalo has now killed off 17-of-18 penalties in the last five games and are 31-of-34 in their nine game run which is 91.2% and No.1 in the NHL during that time period.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: James Reimer steals the show as Buffalo takes third place in the Atlantic Division
Sabres win 3 in a row out West
'Alex Tuch’s short-handed goal in the third period lifted Buffalo to its third consecutive victory Saturday night in San Jose. Dylan Cozens got the tying goal earlier in the third period, Peyton Krebs also scored, and Rasmus Dahlin had an empty-net goal to go along with an assist in the 4-2 comeback win. Bowen Byram had two assists, and James Reimer made 31 saves against his … [Read more...] about Sabres win 3 in a row out West
Tuch scores short-handed in 3rd, Sabres top Sharks for 3rd win in row
'Tuch poked the puck out of the defensive zone, skated down the ice, and beat Mackenzie Blackwood blocker side to give the Sabres a 3-2 lead at 5:27.' … [Read more...] about Tuch scores short-handed in 3rd, Sabres top Sharks for 3rd win in row
'We've got a will to win' | Reimer makes 31 saves as Sabres sweep road trip with comeback win over Sharks
'“This team, we’ve got a ton of talent and we compete hard. We’ve got a lot of will to win in here. We’ve got a lot of good qualities and, as we grow as a team, we’re going to get better and better as we mature.”' … [Read more...] about ‘We’ve got a will to win’ | Reimer makes 31 saves as Sabres sweep road trip with comeback win over Sharks
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks tripped up by Comets (Amerks.com) Comets dominate on the road, win second straight (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage