'“We should have responded better as a team,” lamented Sabres winger Alex Tuch, whose 21st goal of the season cut the deficit to 3-1 with 56 seconds left in the first period. “We knew they were going to come out with a lot of energy. They’ve been struggling the past couple of games, and we needed to do better. … We have to have a better start.”' … [Read more...] about Dysfunctional power play prevents Sabres from overcoming ugly start in loss to Canes
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Sabres notes: Jiri Kulich unfazed by full-face shield; Sam Lafferty staying ready
'Kulich had not scored in five consecutive games, but he’s been one of the NHL’s most productive first-year players this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Jiri Kulich unfazed by full-face shield; Sam Lafferty staying ready
Friday's Carolina Coverage
‘More comfortable every day’: Mikko Rantanen stars as Carolina Hurricanes top Sabres (Raleigh News and Observer) If a February weeknight game against the Sabres is ever a must-win, this was for the Canes (Raleigh News and Observer) Recap: Canes Return To Win Column On Whalers Night (Hurricanes.com) Photo gallery (Hurricanes.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Carolina Coverage
Rantanen scores a goal and has an assist as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Buffalo Sabres 5-2
'Alex Tuch and JJ Peterka scored for Buffalo but it was a quick night for goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who gave up two goals in the first eight minutes and was replaced by backup James Reimer, who finished with 26 saves.' … [Read more...] about Rantanen scores a goal and has an assist as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Buffalo Sabres 5-2
Sabres dominated by Hurricanes
'The first period was completely owned by the home squad. The blue and gold were not up to par with the speed and pace the Hurricanes came out of the gate with, and they paid the price. Carolina lunged out to a 3-0 lead before the game was 10-minutes old, on the backs of goals from Jordan Staal, Sebastian Aho and newcomer Mikko Rantanen.' … [Read more...] about Sabres dominated by Hurricanes
Opinion: It's not often a first period gets Buffalo way behind, but Thursday was different
'The Canes had been embarrassed in Montreal by the Canadiens 4-0 and in Toronto vs the Maple Leafs 6-3. Rod Brind’Amour is not the type of coach that is going to let his team get away with that and I don’t think Carolina could’ve been any better as their fans pushed them through or the Sabres could’ve been any worse.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: It’s not often a first period gets Buffalo way behind, but Thursday was different
Sabres offering incentives for 2025-26 Season Ticket renewals
'In a letter to Season Ticket holders this week, fans will not see an increase in ticket prices if they renew by March 17, plus get discounts on concessions at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres offering incentives for 2025-26 Season Ticket renewals
Sabres lose 11th consecutive game in Raleigh, fall to Hurricanes 5-2
'The Hurricanes jumped out an early lead on Thursday and never looked back. Jordan Staal scored Carolina's first goal just six minutes into the first period. Sebastian Aho doubled the Hurricanes' lead less than two minutes later, causing the Sabres to replace starting goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen with James Reimer.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose 11th consecutive game in Raleigh, fall to Hurricanes 5-2
Rantanen has goal, assist for Hurricanes in win against Sabres
'Alex Tuch and JJ Peterka scored for the Sabres (24-28-5), who had won two straight and six of seven. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen allowed two goals on seven shots before he was relieved by James Reimer 7:57 into the first period, who made 27 saves.' … [Read more...] about Rantanen has goal, assist for Hurricanes in win against Sabres
Sabres unable to overcome early deficit at Carolina
'“We didn’t compete at a high-enough level,” said Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. “They knew that they had to turn the corner. They came guns a-blazing, and we didn’t answer."' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to overcome early deficit at Carolina
Especially in Carolina, Sabres aren't taking good path to success on the road
'The Sabres carry a 10-game winless streak in Raleigh, N.C., into their matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes at the newly named Lenovo Center. It’s an 0-8-2 skid that stretches to March 22, 2016, and is Buffalo’s longest current road drought against any NHL opponent. The Sabres have been outscored, 44-22, in the 10 games.' … [Read more...] about Especially in Carolina, Sabres aren’t taking good path to success on the road
As trade deadline nears, Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju shaking off struggles
'“I don’t have too many goals in this league, so I would say (that’s) probably the nicest one,” Jokiharju said following Wednesday’s optional practice in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about As trade deadline nears, Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju shaking off struggles
Thursday's Carolina Coverage
Sabres visit the Hurricanes, look to end road losing streak (AP) Preview: February 27 vs. Buffalo (CarolinaHurricanes.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Carolina Coverage
Practice Report | Jokiharju revisits game-winning goal, talks 4 Nations effect
'“It’s great to see where you’re at, kind of, like a (from) player standpoint,” he said. “You can play against those best players and with the best players in the league as well. So, it was a great experience, and like I said, just try to take everything in and learn and become a better player.”' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Jokiharju revisits game-winning goal, talks 4 Nations effect
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks close out homestand with 5-2 win over Penguins (Amerks.com) Penguins ambushed by Amerks, 5-2 (WBSPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage