'“We are getting some imaging on him right now to find out and make certain that everything is OK,” Granato said. “We obviously have to do that before we fly out (to Florida), so we figured we’d do that based on how he felt this morning."' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner exits practice early with potential injury
The Sabres Report - Feb 27, 2024
Sabres' Dahlin playing his best hockey yet
'In his past six games, he has played over 29 minutes in each appearance. The last time this was pulled off by an NHL player was back in 2016 when Erik Karlsson did so during a seven-game run. It's also the longest streak for a Sabre since the league started tracking ice time in 1997-98.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dahlin playing his best hockey yet
Sabres announce new renovations to Keybank Center
'In the center of the arena, the videoboard will be 27-foot-by-43-foot and will utilize the latest technology from Mitsubishi Electric. Upgrading from the current one will double both the resolution and functionality.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce new renovations to Keybank Center
NHL Edge stats: Dahlin sets top single-game skating distance of season
'The 23-year-old surpassed the prior top skating distance mark of the season held by Minnesota Wild forward Kirill Kaprizov, who skated 4.87 miles in a 4-3 overtime win against the Montreal Canadiens on Dec. 21. Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson had the previous best distance this season by a defenseman, going 4.71 miles in a 4-3 shootout loss against the Pittsburgh Penguins … [Read more...] about NHL Edge stats: Dahlin sets top single-game skating distance of season
'It's not an easy job' | Dahlin's uptick in ice time helping fuel Sabres' recent success
'Dahlin has exceeded 29 minutes of ice time in six consecutive games, the longest-such streak in the NHL since Erik Karlsson did so in seven straight games from Feb. 25 to March 8, 2016. It’s the longest streak by a Sabres player since the NHL began tracking ice time in 1997-98.' … [Read more...] about ‘It’s not an easy job’ | Dahlin’s uptick in ice time helping fuel Sabres’ recent success
Sabres recall Jost from Amerks
'Jost has 13 points (3+10) in 23 games since being assigned to Rochester on Dec. 29. He had four points (2+2) in 29 games to open the season with Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Jost from Amerks
Prospects Pipeline | Latest on the Amerks & updates on prospects in the NCAA
'Lukas Rousek leads the Amerks with 37 points (9+28) in 45 games this season while fellow prospects Brandon Biro and Rosen are tied for third on the team with 12 goals and 17 assists each in 2023-24. Jiri Kulich, who is day to day with an upper-body injury after missing the last five games, has tallied a team-high 17 goals in his 35 games played.' … [Read more...] about Prospects Pipeline | Latest on the Amerks & updates on prospects in the NCAA
Sabres announce renovations to KeyBank Center for 2024-25 season
'The 27-foot-by-43-foot videoboard utilizes the latest technology from Mitsubishi Electric. The screen size will roughly double that of the current videoboard inside KeyBank Center with upgrades in resolution and functionality.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce renovations to KeyBank Center for 2024-25 season
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Mom's dedication key in development of 'Slags'. Can he help Amerks' playoff push? (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Feb 26, 2024
Observations: 'Incited' by late penalties, Sabres fight back to win third in a row
'“The guys were to another level of (ticked) off, to be honest with you,” said Granato. “We were in a groove. We just needed that next level of determination and next level of conviction. … I just thought we needed a little bit of jam and compete, and I think that incited us a bit.”' … [Read more...] about Observations: ‘Incited’ by late penalties, Sabres fight back to win third in a row
Sabres notebook: Matt Savoie's outstanding season continues in Moose Jaw
'Now 20 years old, Savoie has 21 goals and 48 points in only 24 games between the Warriors and Wenatchee Wild. He began the season on the Sabres’ injured reserve because of shoulder and elbow injuries that occurred during the Prospects Challenge in September.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Matt Savoie’s outstanding season continues in Moose Jaw
Casey Mittelstadt, UPL lead Sabres to emotional win over Hurricanes
'It took more than four months and 58 games, but the Sabres have their first three-game winning streak this season. In eking out three one-goal triumphs, they’ve reached .500 (27-27-4) for the first time since Nov. 27.' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt, UPL lead Sabres to emotional win over Hurricanes
Sabres notes: Owen Power returns from injury; Jacob Bryson playing regularly
'“The legs were kind of the least of my worry,” Power said of his first game since Feb. 10. “Just kind of thinking the game was more so harder when you come back, especially when you don’t have much practice time to kind of get that feel back.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Owen Power returns from injury; Jacob Bryson playing regularly
Monday's Carolina Coverage
Canes Fall To Sabres In A Shootout (Hurricanes.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Carolina Coverage
Mittelstadt’s shootout goal seals Buffalo Sabres 3-2 win over Carolina Hurricanes
'The teams traded goals 73 seconds apart in the third period with Necas scoring a power-play goal with 5:18 left with a one-timer from the left circle. The Sabres responded with Power tying the game by pinching into the slot and converting a pass from Peyton Krebs by snapping it inside the left post.' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt’s shootout goal seals Buffalo Sabres 3-2 win over Carolina Hurricanes