'“He’s got a tremendous set of legs to get up ice,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said following Sunday’s practice in LECOM Harborcenter.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jacob Bryson dazzles in return to lineup: ‘Played a fearless game’
The Sabres Report - Mar 3, 2025
Monday's Montreal Coverage
Canadiens look to keep win streak alive, host the Sabres (AP) BUF@MTL: What you need to know (Canadiens.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Montreal Coverage
Four potential trade destinations for Sabres' Dylan Cozens
'With just 11 goals and 30 points through 58 games, he’s currently on pace for his second-lowest offensive totals in five NHL seasons. His production has been a disappointment for the Sabres, as his 2023-24 totals had also declined from the previous season when he recorded a career-best 31 goals and 68 points in 81 games.' … [Read more...] about Four potential trade destinations for Sabres’ Dylan Cozens
Practice Report | Bryson impresses in return to lineup
'“I think I was fresh, probably, to say the least,” Bryson said. “That was the first game since after break, so I feel like my legs were there. It’s just nice going in there, I feel like nothing to lose, and just try to play my game. That’s what I try to always do when I get back in the lineup in those situations.”' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Bryson impresses in return to lineup
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks In-Depth: Rochester leads AHL with 74 points, top offense (WHEC-TV) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Mar 2, 2025
Takeaways: Sabres are their own worst enemy in yet another loss to Montreal
'A particularly frustrating 4-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens in KeyBank Center was marked by the fact the Sabres had possession of the puck on the first two Montreal goals and gave it away. Same on an empty net goal. And Buffalo was burned for the game-winner in the final seconds of the second period when it couldn't get a hold of the puck.' … [Read more...] about Takeaways: Sabres are their own worst enemy in yet another loss to Montreal
Inside the NHL: As trade deadline approaches, all eyes on Carolina and Mikko Rantanen
'Rantanen is looking at massive money in free agency after the season. He already can get it from the Hurricanes, who are the only team that can give him an eight-year deal and reportedly already have provided an offer north of $100 million. But he has to decide if the fit is right for him after the stunning trade from Colorado in January for Martin Necas.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: As trade deadline approaches, all eyes on Carolina and Mikko Rantanen
‘Brutal’ play late in second period costs Sabres in loss to Canadiens
'In watching their six-game home-winning streak end before a bipartisan capacity crowd of 19,070 fans in KeyBank Center, the Sabres made a slew of mistakes.' … [Read more...] about ‘Brutal’ play late in second period costs Sabres in loss to Canadiens
Are the Sabres planning something big?
'Forward Jason Zucker and defenseman Henri Jokiharju were not in the lineup at KeyBank Center to face the Canadiens. That's unusual considering both men are coming off strong seasons. It was later revealed that Zucker is dealing with an injury.' … [Read more...] about Are the Sabres planning something big?
Sunday's Montreal Coverage
About Last Night: Habs finally hit a four-game winning streak (Montreal Gazette) Hidden Game: Canadiens earn fourth consecutive win against Sabres (Montreal Gazette) 4-2 victory in Buffalo: the Canadiens in series mode (Journal de Montreal) The Canadiens have fun again against the Sabres (Journal de Montreal) Dobes taunts Greenway, who doesn't take it at all (Journal de … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Montreal Coverage
Canadiens win season-high 4th in a row in 4-2 win over Sabres
'Alex Tuch and Jiri Kulich scored and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 25 saves for the Sabres, who have dropped two in a row and three of the last five.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens win season-high 4th in a row in 4-2 win over Sabres
Sabres unable to preserve lead against Montreal
'Buffalo was credited with seven shots on goal in the third period, but failed to score and even the score with the Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to preserve lead against Montreal
Opinion: Sabres just hand Montreal another win
'Ruff was extremely frustrated because all four goals came on turnovers and dismal coverages.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres just hand Montreal another win
Sabres’ home streak ends with loss to Canadiens
'Defeated 4-2 by the Canadiens on Saturday night at KeyBank Center, the Sabres are now 0-3 this season against the Atlantic Division foe they will meet again Monday night in Montreal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ home streak ends with loss to Canadiens
Canadiens edge Sabres, win season-high 4th straight game
'“We’ve been talking about odd-numbered rushes since day one. We’ve been talking about how we manage the puck since day one. We didn’t manage the puck well enough. We didn’t manage the game well enough,” Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said. “… I think we got frustrated because they were blocking a lot of shots. We must have had 25 to 30 blocked shots, and then we didn’t put enough … [Read more...] about Canadiens edge Sabres, win season-high 4th straight game