'“We can’t control what happens outside of this locker room,” Alex Tuch told The Buffalo News. “We have to come in and work. We have to bear down in certain situations and stick with it for a full 60. If it were easy, then everyone would be able to do it. … The difference in skill between these teams isn’t vast. You see that every night. Even if someone has 150 points like … [Read more...] about Sabres’ deficit grew during another painful, sobering weekend. Why believe they can rally?
Archives for January 14, 2025
Sabres notebook: Mattias Samuelsson returns to practice after missing 2 games with illness
'It’s been a disappointing season for Samuelsson. He was a healthy scratch for three consecutive games in November, then he missed 12 games with a lower-body injury. His play improved in some areas when he returned to the lineup, and he began to prove to Ruff that he can be more than a third-pair defenseman in the lineup.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Mattias Samuelsson returns to practice after missing 2 games with illness
Rasmus Dahlin growing into new role as Sabres captain, on offensive tear
'Dahlin, 24, takes losing hard, and the Sabres have dropped 27 of their 43 games this season (16-22-5). They began Monday’s schedule last in the Eastern Conference and nine points out of the final wild card spot.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin growing into new role as Sabres captain, on offensive tear
Dennis Gilbert has earned respect of his teammates in Buffalo
'“He’s unbelievable, he’s a guy that every team wants. He brings it all every day and he’s a team first guy and he absolutely loves Buffalo, he loves being here, he loves the boys and we’re really lucky to have him."' … [Read more...] about Dennis Gilbert has earned respect of his teammates in Buffalo
Practice Report | Samuelsson returns to the ice
'Defenseman Mattias Samuelsson, who missed the last two games due to illness, returned as a full participant. “There’s no reason he can’t be a possibility (for Wednesday’s game), I don’t think,” said Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. “He’s been on the ice a couple times, was in yesterday.”' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Samuelsson returns to the ice