'For 30 minutes, the Sabres were having their way. They had a 2-1 lead and were outshooting the Flames, 25-10. They were skating hard, were the more physical outfit and were dominating puck control in the offensive zone.' … [Read more...] about Sabres takeaways: Power play, goaltending go cold during loss to Flames
Archives for January 2025
Jiri Kulich's first two games at center after injury have been eye-opening for Sabres
'In Monday’s 6-4 loss to the Kraken, he played 16:26, with a career-high six shots on goal and eight attempts, three hits and an even rating. In Tuesday’s 3-2 win over Vancouver, he had the first three-point game of his NHL career while scoring the tying goal in the third period and then setting up Peterka’s winning goal.' … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich’s first two games at center after injury have been eye-opening for Sabres
How the Amerks are still winning and developing Sabres prospects under a new coach
'“That was a really cool experience for all of us,” Jobst told The Buffalo News of the Amerks’ three preseason games while the Sabres were in Europe. “I think that was the first time like, ‘Holy cow, we’re pretty good.’ Obviously, there was turnover and it’s always a young team here, but I think when you go into Ottawa and we just basically steamrolled. … Winning is a muscle. … [Read more...] about How the Amerks are still winning and developing Sabres prospects under a new coach
Friday's Calgary Coverage
Three takeaways as Jakob Pelletier propels Flames to win over Sabres (Calgary Sun) Pelletier takes advantage of first-line opportunity with Calgary Flames (CP) Flames' Jakob Pelletier does it all in best game yet: 'Sign of things to come' (Sportsnet) Jake-pot (CalgaryFlames.com) Say What - 'Our Kill Was Excellent' (CalgaryFlames.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Calgary Coverage
Three-point night from Huberdeau helps Flames to 5-2 win over Sabres
'Tage Thompson and Mattias Samuelsson scored for Buffalo (18-25-5).' … [Read more...] about Three-point night from Huberdeau helps Flames to 5-2 win over Sabres
Sabres suffocated by Flames in Calgary
'Coming off a win in Vancouver two nights ago, the Sabres let a 2-1 second-period lead slip away in a 5-2 loss to the Calgary Flames on Thursday at Scotiabank Saddledome.' … [Read more...] about Sabres suffocated by Flames in Calgary
Opinion: Sabres power play lost them the game in Calgary
'I can’t say that I hated a lot of this game because Buffalo lost because they were 0-for-6 on the power play against the 30th ranked penalty kill and also gave up two shorthanded goals. Buffalo had only seven shots on six power plays and Rasmus Dahlin may have had his toughest night all season with the extra man. They mishandled pucks and Calgary pressured them into bad … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres power play lost them the game in Calgary
Sabres ‘power play killed us’ Lindy Ruff says after loss in Calgary
'“Power play let us down big time,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. “Not only let us down, but gave up opportunities, gave up shorthanded. Mishandling pucks, a night where three or four opportunities could’ve made the difference, could have won us the hockey game. I thought our 5-on-5 play real strong. Power play killed us.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres ‘power play killed us’ Lindy Ruff says after loss in Calgary
Huberdeau, Kadri each gets 3 points to lead Flames past Sabres
'"We had the effort today," Luukkonen said. "I feel like it's a tough loss. We kind of should've won. Their goalie played well. They defended well even though we had a lot of shots today. There's just areas we've got to be better on, where we're dropping points right now and losing games we shouldn't lose."' … [Read more...] about Huberdeau, Kadri each gets 3 points to lead Flames past Sabres
Power-play struggles cost Sabres in loss to Flames
'“Our power play let us down,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. “Let us down big time. Not only let us down but gave up opportunities. … A night where three or four opportunities could have made the difference in the game, could have won us the hockey game. I thought our 5-on-5 play (was) real strong. Power play killed us.”' … [Read more...] about Power-play struggles cost Sabres in loss to Flames
Mike Harrington: Lindy Ruff created some morning mayhem and Sabres took their cue from it
'But there are so many things wrong here, from the ownership level to the overmatched hockey department and through the roster, that it’s not really fair for Ruff or any other coach to take that responsibility on his own.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Lindy Ruff created some morning mayhem and Sabres took their cue from it
As Flames rebuild debate rages on, Sabres remain a reminder of the pitfalls
'And maybe it will pay off in a couple years. There’s real talent on the roster and there are areas where the group has shown improvement. They’re middle of the pack in goals scored this season, averaging 3.04 per game, but defensively they’re one of the league’s worst teams, with only four clubs allowing more than the 3.40 goals per game they’re shipping opponents.' … [Read more...] about As Flames rebuild debate rages on, Sabres remain a reminder of the pitfalls
Thursday's Calgary Coverage
As Flames rebuild debate rages on, Sabres remain a reminder of the pitfalls (Calgary Sun) Game Day: Flames pit-stop at home to face Sabres (Calgary Sun) Flames play the Sabres in a non-conference matchup (AP) 5 Things - Flames vs. Sabres (CalgaryFlames.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Calgary Coverage
Trade rumours? Bowen Byram knows they're out there but his focus is on 'doing my job'
'“It’s part of the job for you guys, right? It’s not a big deal,” Byram, 23, said rather matter of factly of the rumour mill after the morning skate on Tuesday. “You always end up hearing stuff. At the end of the day, I’m just trying to do my job here. That’s what I can control."' … [Read more...] about Trade rumours? Bowen Byram knows they’re out there but his focus is on ‘doing my job’
As Cozens' Pedestrian Play With The Buffalo Sabres Continues, Kulich Seizes His Moment
'So even though the Sabres are currently shorthanded up front with Ryan McLeod, Jordan Greenway and Jason Zucker all on the sidelines, and even though Buffalo had lost three of its last four games heading into Tuesday night's clash against the Canucks in Vancouver, Lindy Ruff elected to start 20-year-old Jiri Kulich in the top-line center role, between Tage Thompson and J.J. … [Read more...] about As Cozens’ Pedestrian Play With The Buffalo Sabres Continues, Kulich Seizes His Moment