'In the back half of the period, a pair of Alex Tuch goals – his 17th and 18th of the season – gave Buffalo a 3-1 lead. On the first, Dennis Gilbert’s slap pass from the point found Tuch’s tape in the slot for a perfect redirection. The second, another Tuch tip, got Rasmus Dahlin’s shot in behind Merzlikins.' … [Read more...] about ‘Good, all-around effort’ extends Sabres’ win streak to 4
Archives for February 2025
Mike Harrington: A canceled practice later, Sabres' lack of response remains hard to fathom
'In fact, it’s likely the Sabres were downtown as scheduled for their morning meeting and film review. And that they probably spent a good deal of time talking about the lack of reaction to the Tage Thompson-Stefan Noesen situation.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: A canceled practice later, Sabres’ lack of response remains hard to fathom
Sabres call up Isak Rosen from All-Star season in Rochester
Rosen has 23 goals and 39 points in 40 games this season for Rochester, including nine goals in his last seven games. He is second in the AHL in goals and ninth in points but only six back of the leader − Williamsville native Andrew Poturalski of San Jose (18-27-45). … [Read more...] about Sabres call up Isak Rosen from All-Star season in Rochester
Sabres’ Tage Thompson named NHL’s Second Star after torrid week
'Thompson, 27, began the week by scoring three goals and four points in last Tuesday’s 7-2 win over the Boston Bruins. He recorded an assist in Friday’s 4-3 win against the Nashville Predators before registering one goal and two points in Sunday afternoon’s 4-3 triumph over the New Jersey Devils.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson named NHL’s Second Star after torrid week
Sabres recall prospect Isak Rosen from Rochester, make other roster move
'To create a roster spot, the Sabres placed center Tyson Kozak on injured reserve. Coach Lindy Ruff said on Saturday that Kozak was sick. He missed Sunday afternoon’s 4-3 win over the New Jersey Devils.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall prospect Isak Rosen from Rochester, make other roster move
Tuesday's Columbus Coverage
Sabres bring 3-game win streak into matchup against the Blue Jackets (AP) Preview: Blue Jackets road trip ends in Buffalo (BlueJackets.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Columbus Coverage
Tage Thompson named NHL's 'Second Star' of the Week
'In three games played this past week, Thompson led the NHL with four goals and four assists for eight points. He was also plus-9.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson named NHL’s ‘Second Star’ of the Week
Tage Thompson named NHL's 2nd Star of the Week
'In a 3-0-0 week for the Sabres, Thompson recorded eight points (4+4) with a plus-nine rating, both of which led the NHL. Eight points are his – and any Buffalo skater’s – most in a three-game span since December of 2022.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson named NHL’s 2nd Star of the Week
Tage Thompson 'good' after blindside hit that could have overshadowed Sabres' 4-3 win
'Ruff didn’t want the Sabres to take a reckless, irresponsible penalty. He wanted the win. And, though fans were irate to see no one retaliate before Stefan Noesen was kicked out of the game, Ruff passionately defended his players after they got their revenge with a 4-3 win over the Devils.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson ‘good’ after blindside hit that could have overshadowed Sabres’ 4-3 win
Mike Harrington: Sabres say the scoreboard is the response. Not this time.
'You’re not expecting Jiri Kulich to do anything about it. Unfortunately, Owen Power isn’t built that way. And that leaves Mattias Samuelsson, who took the fall on the situation as he should have.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres say the scoreboard is the response. Not this time.
Sabres eke out win over Devils, don’t go after Stefan Noesen following illegal hit on Tage Thompson
'“Bull(crap). Bull(crap),” an agitated Ruff interjected when asked about the perception his team did not respond properly Sunday afternoon when New Jersey Devils winger Stefan Noesen hit leading scorer Tage Thompson in the head, knocking him out of the Sabres’ 4-3 win. “Let’s go. Next question.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres eke out win over Devils, don’t go after Stefan Noesen following illegal hit on Tage Thompson
Monday's New Jersey Coverage
Devils' Comeback Falls Short to Sabres | Game Story (NewJerseyDevils.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New Jersey Coverage
Tage Thompson leaves game after hit to head. Sabres hold off Devils for 4-3 win
'JJ Peterka, Ryan McLeod and Jason Zucker also scored for the Sabres, who won their third in a row. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson leaves game after hit to head. Sabres hold off Devils for 4-3 win
Sabres’ Tage Thompson passes concussion-related tests after taking hit from Devils’ Stefan Noesen
'Noesen faces potential further discipline after being issued a match penalty for elbowing Thompson in the face. The NHL will determine whether he had intent to injure Thompson on the play that happened at 5:11 into the third period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson passes concussion-related tests after taking hit from Devils’ Stefan Noesen
Opinion: If Buffalo GM Adams Can't Make Big Moves, The Sabres Need To Fire Him
'There are more than a few GMs who are facing major pressure to make notable moves by the March 7 deadline, but Adams, in particular, has to move some high-end parts and change up the roster or face some career consequences. If he can’t do that, and the Sabres remain at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, there will be no justification for Adams keeping his job.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: If Buffalo GM Adams Can’t Make Big Moves, The Sabres Need To Fire Him