'When Okposo, 35, signed a one-year contract to return for his eighth and perhaps final season here, it felt like he would retire with the Sabres. Over the past three years, he has very much been the face of the team, helping transform the culture and guide it through a difficult rebuild.' … [Read more...] about As trade deadline approaches, Sabres captain Kyle Okposo could be dealt
The Sabres Report - Mar 5, 2024
Slick assist helps Sabres’ leading scorer Casey Mittelstadt emerge from slump
'“Confidence, poise, manipulated some pretty good hockey players in a … pretty challenging atmosphere,” Sabres coach Don Granato said of the nifty assist. “So lots of maturity and skill combination – skill and then awareness of time and space. …"' … [Read more...] about Slick assist helps Sabres’ leading scorer Casey Mittelstadt emerge from slump
4 moves the Buffalo Sabres could make before the NHL trade deadline
'Other impending free agents that could potentially be on the trade block include Tyson Jost, Eric Comrie, Eric Robinson, and in what would be a significant and surprising move, Casey Mittelstadt.' … [Read more...] about 4 moves the Buffalo Sabres could make before the NHL trade deadline
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Rochester Amerks playoff position is slipping as they prepare for grueling weekend (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Mar 4, 2024
Observations: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen goes back to back but Sabres can't hold lead in loss to Jets
'The Sabres had a 2-1 lead through two periods on goals by JJ Peterka and Eric Robinson but couldn't hold it and suffered their first regulation loss when leading after two periods this season. They had been 46-0-5 in those spots since a 5-3 loss at Carolina on April 7, 2022.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen goes back to back but Sabres can’t hold lead in loss to Jets
As defense market thins, Sabres receiving more trade calls on Erik Johnson
'“Even the last 48 hours, I’ve received more phone calls about Erik than I did leading up to this point,” Adams shared with The Buffalo News before the Sabres’ game Saturday night against the Vegas Golden Knights.' … [Read more...] about As defense market thins, Sabres receiving more trade calls on Erik Johnson
Mike Harrington: Give Sabres props for the way they're rolling now, but what does it really mean?
'This is a team that has swept the defending Stanley Cup champions in the same season it got swept by the woeful Anaheim Ducks and lost a 9-4 game to the even more pathetic Columbus Blue Jackets.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Give Sabres props for the way they’re rolling now, but what does it really mean?
Sabres, UPL can’t hold late lead against Jets; Buffalo scratches Erik Johnson with trade deadline approaching
'The Sabres’ penchant for mistakes and inability to win battles cost them. The Jets, who scored five third-period goals in Saturday’s 5-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes, exploited it all.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, UPL can’t hold late lead against Jets; Buffalo scratches Erik Johnson with trade deadline approaching
Monday's Winnipeg Coverage
Morrissey masterminds Jets’ comeback (Winnipeg Free Press) Jets lead another third-period rally to see off Sabres (Winnipeg Sun) Billeck: Those who ‘don't get’ Morrissey as elite, clearly haven't watched (Winnipeg Sun) Three things - Another comeback win (WinnipegJets.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Barron scores go-ahead goal, Jets use 3rd-period surge to beat Sabres 5-2 and tie for Central lead
'Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 30 of the 33 shots he faced, and the Sabres dropped to 5-2 in their past seven games while failing to build off a 7-2 win over Vegas a night earlier.' … [Read more...] about Barron scores go-ahead goal, Jets use 3rd-period surge to beat Sabres 5-2 and tie for Central lead
With trade talks increasing, Okposo, Girgensons shine in what could be their final week with Sabres
'Off the ice, neither was willing to discuss whether they’re open to being dealt with the NHL’s trade deadline approaching on Friday. Their preference is to not create a distraction for a young team attempting to make one last-gasp to climb back into the playoff race.' … [Read more...] about With trade talks increasing, Okposo, Girgensons shine in what could be their final week with Sabres
Jets score four goals in third for comeback win
'After both teams had a chance on the power play early in the third period and could not score, it would be the Jets tying it up 2-2 as Josh Morrissey beat Luukkonen in close midway through the final frame. Then just three minutes later Morgan Barron would give the Jets the 3-2 lead. Winnipeg went on to score two empty-netters late in regulation by Vladislav Namestnikov and … [Read more...] about Jets score four goals in third for comeback win
Sabres Adams said he's been preparing for the NHL Trade Deadline for some time now
'“A lot of the legwork has been done and for me it usually starts six weeks before where you talk to every team in the league, you explain where you are and they’ll talk about where they are, but strategies change, so this week is more narrowing your focus."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Adams said he’s been preparing for the NHL Trade Deadline for some time now
Third period collapse haults Buffalo Sabres momentum as Winnipeg Jets win 5-2
'The Buffalo Sabres entered the third period of Sunday night's game at the KeyBank Center with a one-goal lead. However the Winnipeg Jets would score four unanswered goals in the final period. On their way to a 5-2 win.' … [Read more...] about Third period collapse haults Buffalo Sabres momentum as Winnipeg Jets win 5-2
Sabres slip up in the 3rd period, lose chance at another 3-win streak
'Defenseman Josh Morrissey tied the game for the Jets at 10:38 into the third, and Morgan Barron got the winner less than three minutes later. Backup goalie Laurent Brossoit needed to make only 18 saves in the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres slip up in the 3rd period, lose chance at another 3-win streak