'This team is ready to play every night. The Sabres (11-16-4) have scored first in 18 of their 31 games but are just 7-7-4 in those contests, tied with Chicago for the most losses in the NHL when taking the 1-0 lead. They have moments in a game where they simply go haywire and can’t get their momentum back.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Lindy Ruff takes the heat for Sabres’ skid when blame has to be passed around
Archives for December 17, 2024
Sabres notebook: Owner Terry Pegula speaks to struggling team in Montreal
'Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff backed up that point when he reported later Monday that the summary of Pegula’s message was, “We believe in you. The solution is within this room.” Seravalli said the owner professed faith in the embattled Adams while telling players not to expect a big trade for now.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Owner Terry Pegula speaks to struggling team in Montreal
Time as healthy scratch helped Sabres’ Jack Quinn find legs, score two goals
'“Just nice to see one go in, take some pressure off and just play freely,” said Quinn, who had mustered just an empty-net goal prior to scoring twice Sunday on Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Dennis Hildeby.' … [Read more...] about Time as healthy scratch helped Sabres’ Jack Quinn find legs, score two goals
After assignment to Rochester, Devon Levi could return to Sabres soon
'Luukkonen will likely start Tuesday’s game against the Canadiens at the Bell Centre. Then the Sabres host the Leafs on Friday before going into the Christmas break with road games Saturday against the Boston Bruins and Monday versus the New York Islanders.' … [Read more...] about After assignment to Rochester, Devon Levi could return to Sabres soon
Imagine Geoff Molson meeting with the players in the middle of the season: that's what happens in Buffalo.
'The problem for the Sabres is that they have allowed far more goals in the last 10 games than they did in their first 21 games. They are also scoring fewer. That is not a recipe for success.' … [Read more...] about Imagine Geoff Molson meeting with the players in the middle of the season: that’s what happens in Buffalo.
Devon Levi: One game and he returns to the AHL
'The Dollard-des-Ormeaux native is doing much better in the AHL. He has a .916 efficiency rate and a 2.08 goals-against average in nine games.' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi: One game and he returns to the AHL
Tuesday's Montreal Coverage
Buffalo brings losing streak into game against Montreal (AP) BUF@MTL: What you need to know (Canadiens.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Montreal Coverage
Sabres, Bills Owner Rumored to be Traveling to Montreal Amid Buffalo's 10-Game Skid
'Buffalo will stay in Canada and travel to Montreal for a game Tuesday night against the Canadiens. Reportedly, team co-owner Terry Pegula may make the trip to connect with the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Bills Owner Rumored to be Traveling to Montreal Amid Buffalo’s 10-Game Skid
Sabres' slump puts latest phase of seemingly interminable rebuild in question
'As noble as that is, though, we know Ruff can’t do it on his own. Clearly, so do the Sabres, who held a full-team meeting — with owner Terry Pegula present, according to our Elliotte Friedman, and injured captain Rasmus Dahlin there as well — instead of a practice at the Bell Centre Monday. Sources indicated the message was to stick together and solve the issue as a group. … [Read more...] about Sabres’ slump puts latest phase of seemingly interminable rebuild in question