'Luukkonen has been playing much better lately capped off by a 3-0-0 week. Luukkonen had a 1.30 goals against and .956 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen named the NHL’s Third Star of the Week
The Sabres Report - Nov 12, 2024
Sabres let win streak slip away in 3rd period stumble after injured Tage Thompson exits
'Striving to win four in a row for the first time in two seasons, the Sabres got goals from Rasmus Dahlin and JJ Peterka less than two minutes apart to take a 5-4 lead early in the third period. Dylan Cozens and Peyton Krebs scored within a minute of the second period, and Tage Thompson buried his 11th goal early on before leaving late in the second with a lower-body injury.' … [Read more...] about Sabres let win streak slip away in 3rd period stumble after injured Tage Thompson exits
Caufield, Canadiens recover in 3rd period to defeat Sabres, end 6-game skid
'“We got humbled today,” said Dahlin, the Buffalo captain. “I think we were very excited about our previous games, and, I don’t know, but we know if you’re not showing up 100 percent, it’s hard to win in this league. I think we’ve got to look ourselves in the mirror after this game and really dig in. We can’t play like that if we want to win.”' … [Read more...] about Caufield, Canadiens recover in 3rd period to defeat Sabres, end 6-game skid
Thompson, Samuelsson sustain injuries during back-and-forth loss to Canadiens
'Thompson left the game after his first shift of the second period due to a lower-body injury. Samuelsson, who returned to the lineup after being scratched for the last three games, finished his last shift with 12:16 remaining in the middle period before leaving with his own lower-body injury.' … [Read more...] about Thompson, Samuelsson sustain injuries during back-and-forth loss to Canadiens
The Sabres Report - Nov 11, 2024
Zach Benson using 'confidence' from rookie season to make impact in Year 2 with Sabres
'“You know what you’re up against now,” Benson told The Buffalo News about the lessons learned since his Sabres debut in October 2023. “That gives you confidence. The style I play, around the net, behind the net, corners, forecheck. You know how to read the game a little better and put yourself in a spot to succeed.”' … [Read more...] about Zach Benson using ‘confidence’ from rookie season to make impact in Year 2 with Sabres
Mike Harrington: With lots of points to grab soon, Sabres need to keep grinding through games
'Ruff loves what he's learning about Byram every day. Byram is just 23 years old and already has a Stanley Cup on his resume with Colorado in 2022. The Sabres need winning players, no matter their age, and Byram's pairing with Rasmus Dahlin has been a big key of this three-game winning streak.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: With lots of points to grab soon, Sabres need to keep grinding through games
As UPL tightens grip on No. 1 job, what do the Sabres do with Devon Levi?
'He has played just once, on Nov. 1, in the last 23 days after allowing six goals Oct. 17 in a road loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets.' … [Read more...] about As UPL tightens grip on No. 1 job, what do the Sabres do with Devon Levi?
Monday's Montreal Coverage
Sabres take on the Canadiens on 3-game win streak (AP) MTL@BUF: What you need to know (Canadiens.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Montreal Coverage
Practice Report | News and notes from Sunday's skate at KeyBank Center
'Byram and his defense partner, Rasmus Dahlin, were kept off the ice for rest purposes after both players skated season-high ice times in the team’s shootout win over Calgary on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | News and notes from Sunday’s skate at KeyBank Center
The Sabres Report - Nov 10, 2024
Sabres takeaways: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen holds off Flames in shootout win
'“I’ve talked about it a lot that I want to be part of the solution here,” Luukkonen said after making 26 saves between regulation and overtime, then denying the Flames in each of the three shootout rounds. “I want to be one of the parts that can help the team win and lately it’s been like that. I want to keep going.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres takeaways: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen holds off Flames in shootout win
Inside the NHL: Nashville's off-key foray into free agency has been a disaster
'The Predators spent $108.5 million to sign three free agents in Steven Stamkos (from Tampa Bay), Jonathan Marchessault (Vegas) and Brady Skjei (Carolina), and it has been a complete disaster. They are tied for 31st in the league in offense.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Nashville’s off-key foray into free agency has been a disaster
Maturing Sabres extend winning streak by beating Flames in shootout
'“I’ve used the phrase, ‘You’ve got to be comfortable being uncomfortable,’” coach Lindy Ruff said following the Sabres’ third consecutive victory. “The game got uncomfortable, and you have to trust how you’re playing.”' … [Read more...] about Maturing Sabres extend winning streak by beating Flames in shootout
Sunday's Calgary Coverage
Three takeaways as Flames start slow -- again -- and fall in shootout to Sabres (Calgary Sun) Flames Takeaways: Comebacks are nice, but Calgary must find a way to start strong (Sportsnet) Flames Earn Point In Shootout Setback (CalgaryFlames.com) Say What - 'Came Back And Showed Character' (CalgaryFlames.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Calgary Coverage
Peterka scores lone shootout goal in the Buffalo Sabres’ 3-2 win over the Calgary Flames
'Tage Thompson and Zach Benson scored first-period goals, and the Sabres earned their third consecutive win. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 24 shots through overtime and all three that he faced in the shootout.' … [Read more...] about Peterka scores lone shootout goal in the Buffalo Sabres’ 3-2 win over the Calgary Flames
Sabres show improvement with 3-win run, and chance to win 4 straight for first time in 21 months
'“It’s easy when things don’t go your way to try to do individual stuff out there, myself included,” he added. “I think we’ve learned, obviously, the hard way. You just have to commit to playing the game the right way and trusting even when you’re not feeling great or things aren’t bouncing your way.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres show improvement with 3-win run, and chance to win 4 straight for first time in 21 months