Lightning host the Sabres after shootout win (AP) Nuts & Bolts: Back on home ice against Sabres (TampaBayLightning.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Tampa Bay Coverage
Archives for February 3, 2026
The Sabres’ third-period penalty kill proves key in win at Florida: ‘We just hardened ourselves and got the job done’
'“We took away the passing lanes, took away the one-timers and we needed to get a big save,” Sabres wing Alex Tuch said. “Lysie (Sabres goalie Alex Lyon) was there to save it, and a big clear there off the faceoff.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres’ third-period penalty kill proves key in win at Florida: ‘We just hardened ourselves and got the job done’
Sabres-Panthers matchup an illustration of growing Atlantic Division parity
'“Every game is so highly competitive, whether we’re playing our division or outside," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. “The margin of victory is tight. Just watch the games. And when you’re playing this number of games in such short days and every team is doing it, it has put games at a paramount. You’re seeing a lot of games that are tied or within one goal, most of the time in … [Read more...] about Sabres-Panthers matchup an illustration of growing Atlantic Division parity
Sabres’ Zach Benson leaves win over Panthers with injury
'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff told reporters in Florida following the game that Benson, who appeared to hurt his left shoulder, was being evaluated and they will see how he feels Tuesday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Benson leaves win over Panthers with injury
Tuesday's Florida Coverage
Panthers continue to sink, falling to Buffalo Sabres for fourth consecutive loss (Miami Herald) Photo gallery (Miami Herald) Sam Bennett injured in Panthers’ loss to Sabres; Florida drops 4th straight (South Florida Sun Sentinel) Recap: Sabres 5, Panthers 3 (FloridaPanthers.com) Photo gallery (FloridaPanthers.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Florida Coverage
Jason Zucker breaks 3rd-period tie in the Sabres’ 5-3 win over the Panthers
'The Sabres have won six of seven and took over the first wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference standings. They hold a 10-point lead over the Panthers. Florida, which has lost four straight, trails Boston by nine for the final playoff position with 27 games remaining.' … [Read more...] about Jason Zucker breaks 3rd-period tie in the Sabres’ 5-3 win over the Panthers
Sabres shake slow start, defeat Panthers
'Against a team like the Florida Panthers, it's going to take a total-team effort on most nights to get a win. That's exactly what the Buffalo Sabres got on Monday night. 10 different skaters got a point, and Alex Lyon stood on his head down at Amerant Bank Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres shake slow start, defeat Panthers
Opinion: Sabres overcome early 2-0 deficit to beat Panthers
'I spoke with forward Peyton Krebs at the end of the first period, and he said he was very upset at the mistake he made on the first goal, saying it was on him. In hockey, there are going to be mistakes, but it’s how you respond that’s key. Krebs responded with, what I thought, was his best game as a member of the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres overcome early 2-0 deficit to beat Panthers
Sabres rally for win in Florida despite getting out-shot by 21
'The Sabres won despite being out-shot 41 to 20, improving to 22-10-3 this season when giving up more shots on goal. Lyon made 14 saves in a shutout third period for his 11th win in 12 starts, bouncing back from Saturday night’s loss against the Montreal Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally for win in Florida despite getting out-shot by 21
Lyon makes 38 saves, Sabres hand Panthers 4th straight loss
'“We got desperate but had the right mentality coming into the game,” Lyon said. “We had the right attitude the whole game. It was good.”' … [Read more...] about Lyon makes 38 saves, Sabres hand Panthers 4th straight loss
Peyton Krebs, Sabres’ Swiss Army Knife, shows all his tools in win over Panthers
'“He was flying, he was winning puck battles, he was good defensively, good on the draw,” forward Alex Tuch said of Krebs, whose three points set a new career high. “I really liked his game tonight. Really well rounded and had a couple big plays for us there, offensively. He was definitely MVP in my eyes tonight.”' … [Read more...] about Peyton Krebs, Sabres’ Swiss Army Knife, shows all his tools in win over Panthers
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks’ Jagger Joshua brings hockey, reading and smiles to Henrietta children (WHEC-TV) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage