'"You look around the league and there's some greasy goals every night, and those are the goals that are winning hockey games," said Doan, who is up to 22 goals on the season. "So we're just sticking to our game plan of making sure you get pucks and bodies to the net is as cliche as it is. You've got to defend hard right now in this time of the year."' … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s game is aces in Vegas shutout as Sabres tie for East lead
Archives for March 18, 2026
Sabres' road warrior mentality to get tested on Western swing
'The Sabres start the trip 19-11-3 on the road and are looking to join the Tampa Bay Lightning (20-9-4) and New York Islanders (20-13-3) as the only Eastern Conference teams with 20 road wins this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ road warrior mentality to get tested on Western swing
Sabres sign prospect Gavin McCarthy to entry-level contract
'The 6-foot-2, 194-pound McCarthy, 20, set career-high offensive totals this season, registering four goals, 17 assists and 21 points in 36 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign prospect Gavin McCarthy to entry-level contract
Wednesday's Vegas Coverage
Golden Knights blanked by Sabres, Luukkonen in home loss (Las Vegas Review Journal) Golden Knights did everything right but ‘hit the net’ in loss to Sabres (Las Vegas Review Journal) Vegas Blanked By Buffalo, 2-0 (VegasGoldenKnights.com) Photo gallery (VegasGoldenKnights.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Vegas Coverage
Luukkonen records first shutout of season as Sabres beat Vegas 2-0
'Josh Doan and Josh Norris scored for Buffalo, while Luukkonen registered the eighth shutout of his career.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen records first shutout of season as Sabres beat Vegas 2-0
Luukkonen, Sabres blank Vegas on Tuesday
'Visiting the Vegas Golden Knights, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen was at the top of his game, and set the tone inside T-Mobile Arena.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen, Sabres blank Vegas on Tuesday
Luukkonen steals game in Vegas with first shutout of the season
'Since Dec. 21 in New Jersey Luukkonen is 12-3-1 with a goals against of 2.42 and a save percentage of .921. You can just see the confidence the 27-year-old has in net. He’s fighting for his ice and is calm and under control in the crease.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen steals game in Vegas with first shutout of the season
Ruff on Sabres' mantra: 'Just got to win one more'
'"It's one of those ones where you really don't want to talk about it, or knock on wood, because you don't want something to happen," said Ruff on Tuesday during his weekly appearance on the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on WGR. "When you get on a roll like this, it's a lot of fun. The atmosphere and the energy the players have every day is incredible, and I think we went through it a … [Read more...] about Ruff on Sabres’ mantra: ‘Just got to win one more’
Opinion: Sabres 'Last 5': Soaring high
'There is a real debate to be had on whether the smarts and skill of Metsa serve the Sabres better than the physicality of his larger counterparts Schenn and Stanley. Metsa’s results speak for themselves, and head coach Lindy Ruff’s decision on who to use may just depend on the opponent.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres ‘Last 5’: Soaring high
When will Sabres fans know about playoff tickets?
'Chief Operating Officer of the Sabres, Pete Guelli wants to model the team's "game-by-game" strategy and not jump the gun on announcing postseason ticket options. The Sabres have over a month left to maintain their first place rank in the Atlantic Division, which would guarantee a home playoff game in the first round and second round, if they advance in the playoffs. "We still … [Read more...] about When will Sabres fans know about playoff tickets?
Luukkonen gets 1st shutout of season, Sabres edge Golden Knights
'“We talked as a group when heading into the break that we wanted to be really good when got back from whatever we were doing and make sure we were ready to go because of how tight it’s been this year,” Doan said. “That’s something our coaching staff and our leadership group made sure, that we were all ready to go from Day 1.”' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen gets 1st shutout of season, Sabres edge Golden Knights
‘We can beat anybody’ | Luukkonen’s shutout continues Sabres’ excellence in net
'“I love that,” said Luukkonen, who heard his name from the crowd throughout a dominant night in net. “I appreciate all our fans. It’s always great to see them on the road, and especially in games like this, where we’re fighting (with a) one-goal lead. It’s a huge thing for us, and for me personally.”' … [Read more...] about ‘We can beat anybody’ | Luukkonen’s shutout continues Sabres’ excellence in net
Sabres sign McCarthy to entry-level contract
'McCarthy, 20, just finished his third season at Boston University. As the Terriers’ captain, he collected 21 points (4+17) with a plus-12 rating in 36 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign McCarthy to entry-level contract
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks to host ‘Dogs Night Out’ in April in partnership with Lollypop Farm (WHEC-TV) AMerks celebrating annual Hometown Heroes Night March 27 against Toronto (Amerks.com) Fifth Annual Bills Day returns Sunday against Hartford (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage