'In four games without Power, the Sabres have received one point and three assists with a plus-6 rating from Jokiharju. He’s averaging 24:29 of ice time during that span, including a career-high 27:29 Monday in a 4-3 loss to the Anaheim Ducks, and he will remain in a prominent role when they face the Canadiens in Montreal on Wednesday night.' … [Read more...] about Henri Jokiharju showing he ‘belongs’ on Sabres’ top pair after healthy scratches
The Sabres Report - Feb 21, 2024
Injuries force Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin to handle more responsibility, ice time
'Having led the Sabres in ice time for the last three seasons, he’s used to gobbling up about 24 or 25 minutes each game. But over the past month, he has graduated to a new level.' … [Read more...] about Injuries force Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin to handle more responsibility, ice time
Wednesday's Montreal Coverage
Buffalo brings road win streak into matchup with Montreal (AP) BUF@MTL: What you need to know (Canadiens.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Montreal Coverage
Sabres’ season-opening high aspirations are but a faint glimmer in falling further out of contention
'“In my head, I can’t be thinking like you guys,” Dahlin said, referring to reporters, while noting there were still 31 games left in the season. “We can’t look at the big picture. I know the outside world is doing it. But in here, if we start doing that, it’s no good.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ season-opening high aspirations are but a faint glimmer in falling further out of contention
Jeff Skinner knows he has to get scoring touch back
'“Yes, production hasn’t been there like I’d like it to be, so I’ve just got to focus on things that I can control and focus on working on things that are going to turn the tide, so hopefully I can get a couple and get on a bit of a roll again.”' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner knows he has to get scoring touch back
Granato: Sabres need to finish on available scoring chances
'"Just looking at the chances last night, [Jordan] Greenway breakaway misses, Tage [Thompson] a breakaway, Tage five seconds or eight seconds later point blank in the slot missed, JJ Peterka point blank in the slot missed, JJ had a partial breakaway miss. I mentioned those, because they're all quality," said Sabres head coach Don Granato during his weekly appearance on the … [Read more...] about Granato: Sabres need to finish on available scoring chances
Peterka, Krebs, and Benson showcasing their chemistry on the ice
'“For me, I try to be a direct player. JJ has that craftiness that can be shifty, and Benny works those plays down low, really smart. So, I think it’s a good balance and everything you need in a line, and it’s a lot of fun.”' … [Read more...] about Peterka, Krebs, and Benson showcasing their chemistry on the ice
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks are excelling during a challenging portion of their schedule behind Devon Levi (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Feb 20, 2024
Observations: Second-period collapse costs Sabres in brutal loss to Ducks
'“We can divide that game up 50 different ways, the fact is you had more than enough opportunity to win that game just generating your scoring chances,” Granato added. “Teams that win Stanley Cups, they outscore their mistakes. It’s not that they don’t make mistakes, it’s not that they don’t feel pressure – turn pucks over, make poor decisions – they don’t score.”' … [Read more...] about Observations: Second-period collapse costs Sabres in brutal loss to Ducks
Mike Harrington: After getting swept by the Ducks, everything and everybody should be in play for the Sabres
'You can assume Don Granato will still be coaching the Sabres on Wednesday night in Montreal. But next October? That’s a long way off. No sure thing. You can assume Kevyn Adams will still be running this team as the general manager at the trade deadline in 2½ weeks. But draft weekend in June in Las Vegas? No way to be sure of that either. And as for players? If you’re an NHL GM … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: After getting swept by the Ducks, everything and everybody should be in play for the Sabres
Tim Horton's legacy endures years after tragic death: NHL star, donut shop founder remembered
'Wednesday is the 50th anniversary of that tragedy, one that resonated not only within the cramped confines of the Sabres locker room at old Memorial Auditorium, but also throughout the National Hockey League and all of hockey-crazed Canada, because to our neighbors north of the border, Horton wasn’t only a living legend in the sport, he was also one of their most successful … [Read more...] about Tim Horton’s legacy endures years after tragic death: NHL star, donut shop founder remembered
Sabres can’t put Ducks away in awful loss: ‘Gave them free chances’
'In a season full of head-scratching losses, Monday’s might be the worst.' … [Read more...] about Sabres can’t put Ducks away in awful loss: ‘Gave them free chances’
Tuesday's Anaheim Coverage
Recap: Ducks Ride Wild Second Period to 4-3 Win in Buffalo (AnaheimDucks.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Anaheim Coverage
Troy Terry has goal, 2 assists and Gibson makes 34 saves in Ducks’ 4-3 win over Sabres
'“Just too many mistakes, honestly,” Sabres captain Kyle Okposo said of an outing the Sabres dominated most every statistic except the final score. “We gave up 15 shots, but it just seemed like we just kind of gave them everything that they had.”' … [Read more...] about Troy Terry has goal, 2 assists and Gibson makes 34 saves in Ducks’ 4-3 win over Sabres
Sabres unable to hold off Anaheim in matinee affair
'Buffalo was credited with 15 shots on goal in the first period, with Gibson making 14 saves for Anaheim to keep the game tied. The Ducks scored on one of their four shots on goal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to hold off Anaheim in matinee affair