'While the Flyers opened up a huge shot advantage early, the Sabres made their limited chances count on goalie Ivan Fedotov, who made his first NHL start, and received stellar netminding from Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.' … [Read more...] about UPL, Jack Quinn and rare timeout help Sabres beat Flyers, stay in playoff chase
The Sabres Report - Apr 6, 2024
As career with Sabres likely nears end, Eric Comrie excited to work on game
'Having spent much of his career as a backup, Comrie can handle a secondary role. But as he morphed into a spare part – he has backed up or been scratched 23 of the last 24 games, including Friday’s 4-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers – he had a difficult time seeing an end goal in his mind.' … [Read more...] about As career with Sabres likely nears end, Eric Comrie excited to work on game
Saturday's Philadelphia Coverage
Flyers fall to Buffalo Sabres for sixth straight loss (Philadelphia Inquirer) Flyers fall out of 3rd place as losing streak hits season-worst 6 (NBC Sports Philadelphia) Flyers Lose 6th Straight, Fall to Sabres (WENJ-FM) Postgame 5: Flyers Fall Short in Buffalo, 4-2 (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Jack Quinn scores 2 as Sabres win 4-2, drop Flyers to 0-4-2 in last six games
'“We’re a team that never gives up,” Dahlin said. “We’re a strong core in here and we will look at the result once the last game has been played. All we can do is just play our best hockey every game.”' … [Read more...] about Jack Quinn scores 2 as Sabres win 4-2, drop Flyers to 0-4-2 in last six games
Quinn scores twice in Sabres win over Flyers
'It was a slow start for the Sabres offense to start the game, but after killing off an early Bowen Byram slashing penalty, Tage Thompson would give Buffalo the 1-0 lead midway through the first period.' … [Read more...] about Quinn scores twice in Sabres win over Flyers
Opinion: Luukkonen was the much better goalie to help the Sabres beat the Flyers
'Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stood on his head for the first nine minutes of the second period. He made save after save as the Flyers out worked the Sabres and when Noah Cates finally made it 1-1 at the 9:07 mark, Don Granato did something that he almost never does in the middle of a game, he called timeout. Granato watched his team being outshot 13-1 in the period and just watched … [Read more...] about Opinion: Luukkonen was the much better goalie to help the Sabres beat the Flyers
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen selected as Sabres' nominee for Bill Masterton Trophy
'This is Luukkonen's first nomination for the award, which comes after some struggles in net last season in a three-goalie rotation. The 2022-23 season saw Luukkonen play 33 games and record 17-11-4 record, a 3.61 goals-against average and an .892 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen selected as Sabres’ nominee for Bill Masterton Trophy
"Quinn-tessential" win over Philadelphia Flyers makes Buffalo Sabres chances at playoffs more realistic
'Right around the 10-minute mark a great sequence from Alex Tuch, JJ Peterka, and Tage Thompson led to TNT's 28th goal of the season. Which opened up the scoring, and gave Buffalo the early 1-0 lead.' … [Read more...] about “Quinn-tessential” win over Philadelphia Flyers makes Buffalo Sabres chances at playoffs more realistic
4 check: Sabres not out of it yet, winning 3 of 5 on homestand to close within 4 points of playoffs
'Friday night’s 4-2 victory against the Philadelphia Flyers closed out Buffalo’s five-game homestand with a third win and lifted the Sabres’ record to 37-35-5, good for 79 standings points, four behind the New York Islanders for the last wild-card playoff spot, with five games remaining. Following Tuesday night’s 6-2 win against the Washington Capitals, the sixth in eight games … [Read more...] about 4 check: Sabres not out of it yet, winning 3 of 5 on homestand to close within 4 points of playoffs
Sabres top Flyers, gain on them in East wild-card race
'“It’s a great feeling,” Quinn said. “Scoring’s always a great feeling, and probably even better after the injuries this year and being out of the lineup.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Flyers, gain on them in East wild-card race
'He's a shooter' | Quinn scores twice to lead Sabres in win over Flyers
'“First of all, he’s just an unbelievable guy,” Luukkonen said. “I don’t think anybody here or anybody on the other team has a bad word to say about him. It hasn’t been an easy season or offseason for him. How he played today was unbelievable. How he showed up today and how he showed up since coming back from injury is unbelievable.”' … [Read more...] about ‘He’s a shooter’ | Quinn scores twice to lead Sabres in win over Flyers
Luukkonen named as Sabres' nominee for Masterton Trophy
'Luukkonen’s season-long goals-against average (2.57) ranks 10th among qualified NHL goaltenders while his five shutouts are tied for third. Entering play on April 5, Luukkonen has started 30 of Buffalo’s last 35 games and has a .917 save percentage in that span.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen named as Sabres’ nominee for Masterton Trophy
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Stillman undergoes successful season-ending surgery on lower-body injury (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 5, 2024
JJ Peterka's path to NHL helped the Sabres winger become a 'real scoring threat'
'“Honestly, he was a little off the radar once he moved to Salzburg,” said Detroit Red Wings defenseman Moritz Seider, a fellow German who has played against Peterka since they were teenagers. “He’s always had a really good shot. He’s always trusted his feet and his instincts. I think it was just a matter of time to grow into his body. He was never one of the taller guys, so he … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka’s path to NHL helped the Sabres winger become a ‘real scoring threat’
Steady Alex Tuch giving Sabres offense, veteran leadership
'“Not letting (yourself) get too emotional here or shut down emotionally there during certain situations, because personally and with the team, there’s been a lot of ups and downs,” Tuch explained following Thursday’s practice in KeyBank Center. “It’s been a roller coaster with everything going on, a lot of outside noise.”' … [Read more...] about Steady Alex Tuch giving Sabres offense, veteran leadership