'“Usually they say it, but I knew that it was my goal,” Helenius said following his first two-point night for the Amerks. “They didn’t say anything because they knew that I knew.”' … [Read more...] about After mistake, Sabres prospect Konsta Helenius dazzles for Rochester
The Sabres Report - Nov 24, 2024
Sunday's San Jose Coverage
On special night, Sharks blow third-period lead in latest loss (San Jose Mercury News) Thornton reaches Sharks immortality amid tears, laughs, and love (San Jose Mercury News) The Sharks retire Joe Thornton’s No. 19 jersey in an emotional ceremony (AP) Thornton, Sharks celebrate career with number retirement (NHL.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s San Jose Coverage
Tuch’s short-handed goal helps the Sabres rally for a 4-2 win over the Sharks
'Tuch intercepted a pass in his defensive zone and beat Mackenzie Blackwood on a breakaway for his third short-handed goal of the season.' … [Read more...] about Tuch’s short-handed goal helps the Sabres rally for a 4-2 win over the Sharks
Sabres sweep California with win over Sharks
'With a chance to sweep the "California Week", the Buffalo Sabres stepped up to the plate and delivered. The blue and gold played comeback for a second-consecutive night, and defeated the San Jose Sharks by a final score of 4-2 inside SAP Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sweep California with win over Sharks
Opinion: James Reimer steals the show as Buffalo takes third place in the Atlantic Division
'The Sabres continue to take silly penalties, but they killed off all five San Jose power plays including a 20 second 5-on-3. Buffalo has now killed off 17-of-18 penalties in the last five games and are 31-of-34 in their nine game run which is 91.2% and No.1 in the NHL during that time period.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: James Reimer steals the show as Buffalo takes third place in the Atlantic Division
Sabres win 3 in a row out West
'Alex Tuch’s short-handed goal in the third period lifted Buffalo to its third consecutive victory Saturday night in San Jose. Dylan Cozens got the tying goal earlier in the third period, Peyton Krebs also scored, and Rasmus Dahlin had an empty-net goal to go along with an assist in the 4-2 comeback win. Bowen Byram had two assists, and James Reimer made 31 saves against his … [Read more...] about Sabres win 3 in a row out West
Tuch scores short-handed in 3rd, Sabres top Sharks for 3rd win in row
'Tuch poked the puck out of the defensive zone, skated down the ice, and beat Mackenzie Blackwood blocker side to give the Sabres a 3-2 lead at 5:27.' … [Read more...] about Tuch scores short-handed in 3rd, Sabres top Sharks for 3rd win in row
'We've got a will to win' | Reimer makes 31 saves as Sabres sweep road trip with comeback win over Sharks
'“This team, we’ve got a ton of talent and we compete hard. We’ve got a lot of will to win in here. We’ve got a lot of good qualities and, as we grow as a team, we’re going to get better and better as we mature.”' … [Read more...] about ‘We’ve got a will to win’ | Reimer makes 31 saves as Sabres sweep road trip with comeback win over Sharks
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks tripped up by Comets (Amerks.com) Comets dominate on the road, win second straight (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 23, 2024
Saturday's San Jose Coverage
Sharks take on the Sabres after Wennberg’s 2-goal game (AP) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s San Jose Coverage
Jiri Kulich's goal completes comeback, moves Sabres above .500: Takeaways from OT win
'The Sabres (10-9-1) have won six of their last eight games and took over the Eastern Conference’s second wild-card playoff spot. They also moved above .500 after failing to do so twice last week, but they needed a comeback to prevent the Ducks (8-8-3) from playing the role of spoiler.' … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich’s goal completes comeback, moves Sabres above .500: Takeaways from OT win
Sabres notes: Defense scoring a sign Buffalo's offense is evolving
'Entering their game Friday against the Anaheim Ducks in Honda Center, the Sabres were tied for the NHL lead in goals by defensemen (13) and ranked fifth in points (50). Dahlin and his fellow blueliners accounted for 21.3% of Buffalo’s goals through 19 games, the fourth-highest mark in the league.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Defense scoring a sign Buffalo’s offense is evolving
As Sabres prospect Ryan Johnson waits for next chance in Buffalo, he continues to develop in Rochester
'Last month, Johnson, 23, returned to Rochester, where he has quietly been gobbling up minutes alongside Jack Rathbone on the Americans’ top defense tandem.' … [Read more...] about As Sabres prospect Ryan Johnson waits for next chance in Buffalo, he continues to develop in Rochester
Saturday's Anaheim Coverage
Ducks squander 2-goal lead in OT loss to Sabres (Orange County Register) Recap: Ducks Can't Find OT Winner in 3-2 Loss to Sabres (AnaheimDucks.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Anaheim Coverage
Jiri Kulich’s goal in overtime gives Sabres a 3-2 victory over Ducks
'Anaheim goaltender John Gibson stopped Buffalo defensemen Owen Power on a 2-on-1 breakaway, but Kulich put the rebound into the upper right corner of the net for his second goal of the season and snap the Ducks three-game winning streak.' … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich’s goal in overtime gives Sabres a 3-2 victory over Ducks