Amerks captain Michael Mersch a big reason why team could make another long playoff run (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks unfazed by rigors of division as regular season winds down (WHEC-TV) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 12, 2024
The Sabres Report - Apr 11, 2024
Mike Harrington: As they enter home finale, Sabres' playoff drought has now become a teenager
'Vancouver defenseman Tyler Myers is the only player remaining in the league to have suited up in a playoff game for the Sabres. Myers, now 34, was traded in 2015 and is nine games away from playing in the 1,000th of his career.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: As they enter home finale, Sabres’ playoff drought has now become a teenager
Expect trades, significant changes after Sabres’ playoff drought hits 13 years
'It took them until late February to win three games in a row, a streak they’ve equaled once but not surpassed. They’ve started games slowly, getting outscored a stunning 95-63 in the first period. They’ll likely average a half a goal per game less than last season.' … [Read more...] about Expect trades, significant changes after Sabres’ playoff drought hits 13 years
Sabres at a crossroads as postseason drought extends to 13 seasons
'It took 79 games for Buffalo to be eliminated as a playoff contender — just two fewer than last season when the Sabres finished 42-33-7 and within a whisker of punching its postseason ticket. While once again they were in the hunt down the stretch, this year’s ill-fated mission seemed to produce a far different tone than that which we saw from the team’s 2023 run to a playoff … [Read more...] about Sabres at a crossroads as postseason drought extends to 13 seasons
Thursday's Washington Coverage
Washington visits Buffalo in Eastern Conference play (AP) Caps Visit Sabres (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Washington Coverage
Granato reflects on Sabres missing playoffs once again
'"You certainly don't want to think about not being in the playoffs, at any point during the season, especially down the stretch the last two weeks when you're fighting for a spot," said Granato on Wednesday when he joined the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on WGR. "After the fact, it takes a while, and it will take a while to sink in. And there'll be a lot of different type of … [Read more...] about Granato reflects on Sabres missing playoffs once again
Buffalo Sabres playoff drought tied for longest in pro sports, again
'No team in major American professional sports has a longer active playoff drought. But at least the Sabres have company at the top, thanks to the New York Jets.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres playoff drought tied for longest in pro sports, again
Hamilton Take 2: Sabres extend playoff drought to 13 years
'Yes, the Sabres were still in the race until Game 79 this season, but in my opinion, they were never really in the race. Every time they got close, the collars got tight and they could never win a fourth game in a row.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Sabres extend playoff drought to 13 years
Do you remember the last time the Sabres played a postseason game?
'According to data from the Buffalo Niagara Association of Realtors, homes that sold in June of 2011 had a median sale price of $125,000. That number is now $220,000, according to the statistics released March 8.' … [Read more...] about Do you remember the last time the Sabres played a postseason game?
Sabres eliminated, will miss Stanley Cup Playoffs for 13th straight year
'The last time the Sabres qualified for the playoffs was in 2010-11 when they lost in the Eastern Conference First Round to the Philadelphia Flyers in seven games. That playoff appearance marked the fourth time the Sabres had made the postseason in six years.' … [Read more...] about Sabres eliminated, will miss Stanley Cup Playoffs for 13th straight year
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
‘I felt like nothing’: Amerks star Jiri Kulich rebounds after scoring slump (WROC-TV) Eyes on the prize: Red-hot Amerks have sights set on playoffs (WHAM-TV) Jiri Kulich points to mindset that has fueled strong season (WHEC-TV) Wahlberg showing maturity beyond his years (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 10, 2024
Observations: Sabres' playoff drought officially reaches 13 years with loss in Dallas
'“We’re a young team and that shouldn’t be an excuse anymore,” said Dahlin, an alternate captain. “We are looking ourselves in the mirror and we have to be better, so this is something we have to learn from this season and make sure it doesn’t happen again. We want to do something special in Buffalo and everyone is on the train. This summer is going to be very, very important … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres’ playoff drought officially reaches 13 years with loss in Dallas
Sabres notebook: Owen Power 'pushed through' inconsistent play to earn top-pair role
'“It’s tough, obviously,” Power recalled, his voice muffled by the stitches. “You don’t want to leave the game at any time and not come back, but especially big games like that. When we’re down, it definitely hurts a little more, but it was just bad luck and nothing you can do about it.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Owen Power ‘pushed through’ inconsistent play to earn top-pair role
Wednesday's Dallas Coverage
Stars move one step closer to clinching Central Division with another come-from-behind win (Dallas Morning News) Photo gallery (Dallas Morning News) Heika’s Take: Stars keep hot streak rolling, conquer Sabres in 3-2 win (DallasStars.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Dallas Coverage
Pavs scores go-ahead goal with back to net in Stars’ 50th win while eliminating Sabres
'“If you wait until too late in the season to make your push, it’s going to catch up with you at the end, and it did this year,” Tuch said.' … [Read more...] about Pavs scores go-ahead goal with back to net in Stars’ 50th win while eliminating Sabres