Going for it on 4th and 2 at midfield in the first quarter was a terrible decision by the Bills. Way too early in the game to take that kind of risk — flip the field, trust your defense, and play smart football.
Sabres spending 93% of salary cap is certainly enough to put together a team that can qualify for the playoffs. But dude, Pegula put forth $170 million to harbor center. Give the guy some credit. Pegula kept the franchise in Buffalo.
It all comes down to this. Pegula cannot hire the right management. He cannot. Pegula is putting all the cash foreword necessary, but the wrong decision makers are making the decisions. It’s a disaster. Buffalos Sabres hockey is so tough to watch.
Sabres seemed to play with more fire and more be sure to play your position. Last 2 games Buffalo has become more and more of going through the motions and not doing the extra.
Kuemper certainly stood on his head last night. After two periods, Buffalo’s scoring chances were ahead of the Kings shots on goal. On most nights like that I like to think the Sabres would capitalize and be in the lead by a good amount.
And yes, the PP was incredibly bad.