'The Buffalo Sabres snap the Detroit Red Wings' 3-game win streak and in turn, go on one themselves after winning 5-3 on Saturday afternoon at the KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Don’t look now but Buffalo Sabres are on 3-game win streak after win over Detroit Red Wings
The Sabres Report - Oct 27, 2024
Sabres score on power play in 3rd straight win
'Tage Thompson extended his point streak to six games with a pair of goals and an assist on Jason Zucker’s first goal for Buffalo on an early power play, Bowen Byram got the go-ahead goal late in the second period, and the Sabres have evened their record at 4-4-1 with three consecutive regulation wins, a feat they did not achieve all of last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres score on power play in 3rd straight win
Rasmus Dahlin and AT9 foundations team up with Buffalo Sabres program
'Dahlin's foundation supports two charities each season that represent Western New York, and this year they chose the Courage of Carly Fund at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and GiGi’s Playhouse of Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin and AT9 foundations team up with Buffalo Sabres program
Thompson gets 2 goals, assist for Sabres in win against Red Wings
'“These are important games,” Thompson said. “We knew that heading in and we’ve been, towards the end of the season the last couple years where it comes down to a point, and these ones in the beginning of the season add up. It’s a big game for us. We came out with some good intensity and desperation.”' … [Read more...] about Thompson gets 2 goals, assist for Sabres in win against Red Wings
Thompson extends point streak to 6 games, leads Sabres to 3rd straight win
'“I’ve been here a while now and we’ve been with a lot of the same guys,” Thompson said. “I think just that hunger to win – we’ve learned kind the hard way that these games in the beginning of the season, even though it’s a long season, they add up towards the end.”' … [Read more...] about Thompson extends point streak to 6 games, leads Sabres to 3rd straight win
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Helenius sinks shootout winner, Amerks top Cleveland, 5-4 (Amerks.com) Monsters pick up point in 5-4 shootout loss to Amerks (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Oct 26, 2024
Sabres know ahead of first matchup with Red Wings that 'every point matters' in division
'“The way the league has become, all those divisional matchups are so important,” Sabres defenseman Connor Clifton said. “You get your two points, and you steal two points from someone who’s going to be near you towards the end. You just saw how the wild card was last season with 20 games left. Anyone could have taken those spots, which is crazy. That’s how the league is going. … [Read more...] about Sabres know ahead of first matchup with Red Wings that ‘every point matters’ in division
Goal-scoring struggles frustrate Sabres’ Dylan Cozens: ‘Just keep shooting’
'Through eight outings, Cozens has compiled an odd stat line: two assists and 27 shots on goal. Entering Friday’s games, that shot total ranked 18th in the NHL and first among goalless players.' … [Read more...] about Goal-scoring struggles frustrate Sabres’ Dylan Cozens: ‘Just keep shooting’
Sabres’ Nicolas Aube-Kubel could play Monday; Zach Benson misses practice
'Aube-Kubel, who’s wearing a knee brace, could be an option for Saturday afternoon’s game against the Detroit Red Wings, although Ruff likely wants to give him more practice time. He rejoined his teammates Tuesday but has had just one full session.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Nicolas Aube-Kubel could play Monday; Zach Benson misses practice
Saturday's Detroit Coverage
How to watch the Detroit Red Wings vs. Buffalo Sabres - NHL (10/26/24) | Channel, stream, preview (Ann Arbor News) Red Wings bring 3-game win streak into matchup against the Sabres (AP) Preview: Red Wings kick off weekend back-to-back set, beginning in Buffalo on Saturday afternoon (DetroitRedWings.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Detroit Coverage
Sabres’ scoreless power play gets chance to break through vs. Red Wings
'The Sabres are the only team in the NHL that hasn’t scored on the power play yet this season, opening the year goalless in 22 opportunities. With one shorthanded goal allowed, the team has been a net-negative on the man advantage through eight games (3-4-1 record).' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ scoreless power play gets chance to break through vs. Red Wings
Practice Report | News and notes from Friday's skate at KeyBank Center
'Nicolas Aube-Kubel practiced with the Sabres at KeyBank Center on Friday and is nearing a return to the lineup, though a decision remains on whether he plays Saturday afternoon against Detroit.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | News and notes from Friday’s skate at KeyBank Center
The Sabres Report - Oct 25, 2024
Ryan McLeod showing with Sabres that he can be more than a shutdown center
'“Watching him when he was in Edmonton, going to the Cup final, it’s obviously a different kind of hockey and I think when you gain that experience, you develop certain habits that translate,” said Sabres center Tage Thompson. “For him, how intense he is all the time – faceoffs, in the (defensive) zone. Obviously, the first thing that sticks out is his speed. He has a lot of … [Read more...] about Ryan McLeod showing with Sabres that he can be more than a shutdown center
Sabres prospect Tyson Kozak off to hot start with Rochester Amerks; Noah Ostlund scores first goal
'Kozak’s hustle illustrates why the Sabres value him so highly. Despite being a seventh-round pick in 2020, 193rd overall, his aggressive two-way game has helped him quietly emerge as one of their best forward prospects.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Tyson Kozak off to hot start with Rochester Amerks; Noah Ostlund scores first goal
Prospects Report | Geary, Strbak to play Canisius at LECOM Harborcenter
'Sabres fans will have the chance to see Strbak and Geary up close when Michigan State comes to Buffalo for a pair of games against Canisius at LECOM Harborcenter this Friday and Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Prospects Report | Geary, Strbak to play Canisius at LECOM Harborcenter