'“They score with one second left, and that’s pretty deflating,” said Tage Thompson, who had a goal and two assists against the Oilers. “A big, big overtime goal there. It would have been easy to be down and be sorry for ourselves and let them take it over in overtime, but a great play by ‘Clouder’ and a good finish by ‘Tuchy.’”' … [Read more...] about Sabres strike early in overtime in Edmonton, earn a rare road win
Archives for December 10, 2025
Sabres veteran Jason Zucker sidelined with lower-body injury; Buffalo recalls prospect from Rochester
'Zucker, 33, appeared to be injured when he hit an opponent into the boards in the second period. He briefly left the game but later returned.' … [Read more...] about Sabres veteran Jason Zucker sidelined with lower-body injury; Buffalo recalls prospect from Rochester
Zac Jones gives Sabres high-end depth during dynamic season for Rochester
'So, what if Jones, 25, stays put in Rochester? Of course, given his offensive exploits – he ranks second in the AHL in assists and first with 15 power-play helpers – and the rugged nature of the defense position, that’s unlikely. The Sabres will likely need help again.' … [Read more...] about Zac Jones gives Sabres high-end depth during dynamic season for Rochester
Wednesday's Edmonton Coverage
Edmonton Oilers inexcusably tepid in well-earned loss to Buffalo Sabres (Edmonton Journal) Player grades: Edmonton Oilers with brilliant comeback, but bad habits in 4-3 OT loss to Buffalo Sabres (Edmonton Journal) Warts return as Oilers salvage point vs. Sabres (Sportsnet) Game Recap: Sabres 4, Oilers 3 (OT) (EdmontonOilers.com) Photo gallery (EdmontonOilers.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Edmonton Coverage
Sabres' Tuch scores in overtime to spoil Oilers spirited comeback
'Colten Ellis saved all six shots he faced in the Sabres’ net before leaving the game late in the first due to an injury and being replaced by Alex Lyon, who made 21 saves.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tuch scores in overtime to spoil Oilers spirited comeback
Tuch nets overtime winner, Sabres stave off Edmonton
'The Sabres recovered from a disastrous third-period collapse, where they coughed up a 3-0 lead, and got a clutch overtime winner from Alex Tuch in a 4-3 win over the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place.' … [Read more...] about Tuch nets overtime winner, Sabres stave off Edmonton
Opinion: Sabres earn gutty win in Edmonton
'If you’re a fan, Tuesday’s game would also be a reason to be proud of your hockey team. They showed guts, they worked hard, their best players were their best players, and they overcame a lot of adversity to win. They showed they are capable of playing well, and capable of being a good team. Where fans feel the frustration is they don’t see this enough.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres earn gutty win in Edmonton
Alex Tuch scores in OT to give Sabres 4-3 win in Edmonton after Oilers score 3 in 3rd period
'Leading 3-0 going into the third period, the Sabres withstood an Oilers rally. Connor McDavid scored 10 seconds into the third and got the tying goal with 1.5 seconds remaining in regulation. Vasily Podkolzin also scored for Edmonton in the opening minutes of the third.' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch scores in OT to give Sabres 4-3 win in Edmonton after Oilers score 3 in 3rd period
Tuch scores in OT, Sabres snap 3-game losing streak with win against Oilers
'Tage Thompson had a goal and two assists, Josh Doan scored twice, and Rasmus Dahlin had three assists for the Sabres (12-14-4), who had lost the first three games of a six-game road trip (1-3-0), including a 7-4 loss to the Calgary Flames on Monday.' … [Read more...] about Tuch scores in OT, Sabres snap 3-game losing streak with win against Oilers
Sabres overcome the elements, beat Oilers in OT
'After all that, Alex Tuch buried the overtime winner to give the Sabres their third road win of the season and first on this six-game trip. “We played one hell of a game, and we fought every element out there,” Ruff said. “I just said on the bench, ‘Just stay with it, we’ll win it.’ You’ve got to give the guys a lot of credit.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres overcome the elements, beat Oilers in OT