'Stars goalie Jake Oettinger was stellar in goal, turning away 47 shots in the victory.' … [Read more...] about Oettinger shines in win over Sabres
The Sabres Report - Feb 7, 2024
Opinion: Oettinger too much for Sabres with 47-save effort to beat Buffalo
'The Sabres did a good job of competing and setting up good offensive opportunities. The problem is with the situation the team has put itself in this season, there is no choice than to bottom line this. Playing well is not good enough. If you play this well, you must come away with a win.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Oettinger too much for Sabres with 47-save effort to beat Buffalo
Granato: Sabres have to 'stay grounded' through injuries
'"There's more opportunity, obviously more ice time now with a guy that [has been] consistently out of the lineup. I think that responsibility is going to be picked up by the group, really," said Granato during his weekly appearance on WGR during the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on Tuesday. "I think the group is ready for it, based on just watching through the season, the progressions … [Read more...] about Granato: Sabres have to ‘stay grounded’ through injuries
Buffalo Sabres can't bury chances, fall to Dallas Stars 2-1
'As they have done many time this season, the Sabres fell behind less than four minutes into the game on a power play goal from Matt Duchene. Ukko Pekka Luukkonen appeared to be screened and didn’t even react to Duchene’s shot from the slot.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres can’t bury chances, fall to Dallas Stars 2-1
4 check: ‘Frustrated’ Sabres find new way to lose
'Of the many losses the Sabres and their fans have endured in recent years, Tuesday night’s was uniquely confounding. Buffalo’s 48 shots on net with just one goal scored were the most in a regulation game in team history, and Oettinger’s career-high save total carried the Dallas Stars to a 2-1 victory at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about 4 check: ‘Frustrated’ Sabres find new way to lose
Oettinger makes 47 saves, Stars edge Sabres to win 4th straight
'“I think we outplayed them the entire game,” Thompson said. “… I thought defensively we were strong. We played a pretty tight game, didn’t really give up too much. I think their goalie won that one for them, obviously. That’s the way we’ve got to play though. I think we finished off the last few games before the break pretty strong and that’s something we’ve got to continue -- … [Read more...] about Oettinger makes 47 saves, Stars edge Sabres to win 4th straight
Sabres open homestand with close loss to Stars
'“I actually thought we played really good, especially coming out of the break,” forward Casey Mittelstadt said. “We were making plays and getting pucks to the net, and I even thought we had bodies there as well. … So, yeah, definitely tough to swallow.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres open homestand with close loss to Stars
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks may lean on rookie goalie Devon Levi in their push for the playoffs (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Feb 6, 2024
Zach Benson ready to use rookie lessons to help Sabres replace Jack Quinn
'“If there is pressure, it’s good pressure to have,” Benson said following practice Monday. “Quinner’s obviously a hard guy to fill in for. It can’t just be one guy. It has to be multiple guys in our group.”' … [Read more...] about Zach Benson ready to use rookie lessons to help Sabres replace Jack Quinn
NHL, Sabres see major boost from digitizing boards, helmet and jersey sponsorships
'“As our world continues to evolve and innovate, we are thrilled that partnership opportunities have followed suit,” said Joe Foy, vice president of Business Development for the Sabres. “Our space continues to grow beyond traditional assets, and the ability to bring something new to our current and prospective partners has been exciting and welcomed from all parties.”' … [Read more...] about NHL, Sabres see major boost from digitizing boards, helmet and jersey sponsorships
Mature game helping Sabres rookie Zach Benson earn keep in NHL
'Granato has trusted Benson, the 13th overall pick in 2023, from the get-go this season, utilizing him all over the lineup. Most coaches, of course, rarely show that type of confidence in a neophyte who’s struggling to score.' … [Read more...] about Mature game helping Sabres rookie Zach Benson earn keep in NHL
Tuesday's Dallas Coverage
How to watch Stars-Sabres: TV channel, streaming and more (Dallas Morning News) Dallas brings 3-game win streak into matchup with Buffalo (AP) First Shift: Stars open homestretch of season against Sabres (DallasStars.com) Game Day Guide: Stars at Sabres (DallasStars.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Dallas Coverage
Dahlin enjoyed third trip to NHL All-Star game for many reasons
'"This one was special," said Dahlin following Sunday's practice. "It was in Toronto, the hockey mecca, so the NHL did an unbelievable job. The fans were unbelievable, and it was just an overall unbelievable weekend."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin enjoyed third trip to NHL All-Star game for many reasons
Buffalo Sabres players excited about NHL's return to the Olympics
'"For Team USA in the Olympics? Oh yeah, 100-percent, that would be the ultimate goal," Tuch said. "That would be unbelievable if I were ever given the opportunity, it would be incredible."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres players excited about NHL’s return to the Olympics
Benson and Sabres ready to seize opportunity following All-Star break
'“I mentioned yesterday, we lost a couple of key players in Quinn and Samuelsson,” Granato said. “I think we’re in a better place psychologically than we were at the start of the year, at any point right now to fill in for those losses of those two players.”' … [Read more...] about Benson and Sabres ready to seize opportunity following All-Star break