'“It’s just one of those games where just try to get back in and make an impact,” said Thompson, who returned to the lineup after missing five games with a lower-body injury. “Obviously, tonight I wasn’t able to. I’ve got to find the back of the net, find a way to score.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to score in Tage Thompson’s return: 5 takeaways from a 1-0 loss
The Sabres Report - Nov 28, 2024
Sabres notes: Topias Leinonen's improvement boosts organization's depth in goal
'It took longer than the Sabres expected, but Leinonen is starting to look like a goalie who has the potential to become an NHL player. The 20-year-old is 7-4 with two shutouts for Mora IK in HockeyAllsvenskan. His goals-against average (2.13) and save percentage (.914) rank fourth and seventh in the league, respectively.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Topias Leinonen’s improvement boosts organization’s depth in goal
Sabres outplay Wild, still lose in Tage Thompson’s return from injury
'Other than one early breakdown – Wild superstar Kirill Kaprizov completed a nifty four-on-one 6:55 into the game – the Sabres played a clean game before a crowd 17,326 fans in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres outplay Wild, still lose in Tage Thompson’s return from injury
In midst of slump, Sabres’ Jack Quinn looks like scoring threat again
'“I thought it was my best game by far,” Quinn said of Friday’s 3-2 overtime road win against the Anaheim Ducks. “I thought I was doing stuff that makes me a good player, which for some reason this year it’s been hard to find.' … [Read more...] about In midst of slump, Sabres’ Jack Quinn looks like scoring threat again
Thursday's Minnesota Coverage
Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson zeroes in again, shutting out the Buffalo Sabres (Minnesota Star Tribune) Holiday road is good for Wild as they win their 10th away from home (Saint Paul Pioneer Press) Wild notebook: Passion fueling Kirill Kaprizov’s ascension Leading the NHL in multi-point games, the Wild’s star forward truly loves the game (Saint Paul Pioneer Press) Photo … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Minnesota Coverage
Minnesota’s Filip Gustavsson stops 39 to shut out the Sabres 1-0
'Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 28 saves for Buffalo, which failed to win four in a row for the third time this season.' … [Read more...] about Minnesota’s Filip Gustavsson stops 39 to shut out the Sabres 1-0
Sabres shut out by Wild in low-scoring affair
'Minnesota scored first nearly seven minutes into the game, taking advantage of an odd-man rush opportunity.' … [Read more...] about Sabres shut out by Wild in low-scoring affair
Opinion: Gustavsson steals two points for Wild
'Buffalo wasted a stellar performance from Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who made 28 saves on 29 shots faced. But it was at the other end where Filip Gustavsson stood on his head, turning away all 39 shots he faced to secure his second shutout of the season.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Gustavsson steals two points for Wild
Sabres slide into ‘American Thanksgiving’ with shutout loss at home
'The 1-0 loss against the Minnesota Wild in front of 17,362 fans at KeyBank Center snapped Buffalo’s three-game win streak. With victories in seven of the past 10, Buffalo (11-10-1) climbed into the playoff picture with 23 standings points, two behind Boston (11-10-3) for the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference. Buffalo holds a slightly better points percentage, … [Read more...] about Sabres slide into ‘American Thanksgiving’ with shutout loss at home
Gustavsson makes 39 saves, Wild shut out Sabres
'Kaprizov scored at 6:55 of the first period. He converted on a one-timer from low in the right face-off circle off a touch pass from Joel Eriksson Ek on a 4-on-1 rush.' … [Read more...] about Gustavsson makes 39 saves, Wild shut out Sabres
Sabres match season high with 39 shots but drop 1-0 contest to Wild
'“Honestly, I think we played a really good game tonight,” said Thompson, who returned after missing the last five games with a lower-body injury. “I don’t think we can let that discourage us. Obviously, it stings when you lose, especially one like that where you feel like you outplayed them most of the night. Sometimes you run into a hot goalie and not much you can do. You … [Read more...] about Sabres match season high with 39 shots but drop 1-0 contest to Wild
'We've matured a lot' | What we've learned about the Sabres at the quarter mark of the season
'“We’ve got an extremely tough schedule,” coach Lindy Ruff said. “And the teams that we’re playing, starting [Wednesday against Minnesota], are extremely tough teams to generate opportunities against. You go up against Minnesota, who’s really put together a nice year, and they’re not giving up a lot, it’s going to be a really tough game.' … [Read more...] about ‘We’ve matured a lot’ | What we’ve learned about the Sabres at the quarter mark of the season
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Monsters rally in third to edge Amerks (Amerks.com) 5-4 Win Over Rochester Breaks Franchise Record For Consecutive Victories (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 27, 2024
How Peyton Krebs has earned Lindy Ruff's trust since Sabres training camp began
'“The best part about him is practice is the game for him,” Sabres defenseman Connor Clifton said after practice Tuesday in KeyBank Center. “When he laces them up, he’s playing the same way. … Even in summertime, it’s July and he’s almost high-sticking a guy. That’s just him. He’s always on. There’s not a little level. It’s not one, two, three, four, five. And when he’s on, … [Read more...] about How Peyton Krebs has earned Lindy Ruff’s trust since Sabres training camp began
Sabres notes: Tage Thompson ready to return to lineup against Wild
'“Honestly, I think the decision (to miss the San Jose game) – I told them I was ready if they needed me,” Thompson explained. “That’s the decision they made. I would have liked to play, but I think it was smart, for sure, to take an extra few days, especially where our team was at. ... It was more about making sure I was ready to go and not returning too soon.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Tage Thompson ready to return to lineup against Wild