'Thanks to an unlikely source, the Buffalo Sabres took down the Columbus Blue Jackets by a final score of 2-1 inside Nationwide Arena on Friday evening.' … [Read more...] about Sabres double up Blue Jackets
The Sabres Report - Feb 24, 2024
Opinion: The Sabres finally come out on top in a 2-1 game
'Thompson has been great lately and has looked like the player that netted 47 goals and 94 points last season. The only problem is he’s creating glorious scoring opportunities as he’s demanding the puck, but he can’t score on a consistent basis.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Sabres finally come out on top in a 2-1 game
Clifton's 1st goal helps Sabres edge Blue Jackets
'“It’s always nice to contribute offensively,” he said. “I’ve got some chances, missed some chances and they just haven’t been going in. It’s just part of it. You don’t try to change anything. I don’t focus on it too much.”' … [Read more...] about Clifton’s 1st goal helps Sabres edge Blue Jackets
Clifton's goal lifts Sabres to victory in Columbus
'Zemgus Girgensons also scored in the win. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen started in goal for the 14th time in the past 16 games and made 25 saves.' … [Read more...] about Clifton’s goal lifts Sabres to victory in Columbus
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Rory Fitzpatrick becomes first Rochester native inducted into Amerks Hall of Fame (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Senators rally in third for shootout win over Amerks (Amerks.com) Senators win shootout thriller to sweep two-game set in Rochester (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Feb 23, 2024
'One of a kind' Jordan Greenway making the most of opportunity with Sabres
'“He’s a special player, for sure,” beamed defenseman Rasmus Dahlin. “Now we’re starting to use him more, and he’s so effective, especially net-front, when we’re trying to score. … He’s winning puck battles, works really hard. That’s a guy you really want on your team.”' … [Read more...] about ‘One of a kind’ Jordan Greenway making the most of opportunity with Sabres
Friday's Columbus Coverage
Columbus plays Buffalo after Werenski’s 2-goal game (AP) Preview: Blue Jackets return home to face Sabres (BlueJackets.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Columbus Coverage
Eric Robinson enjoying first trip back to Columbus since trade to Buffalo
'"It’s a little bit different than just playing them in Buffalo," said Robinson following Thursday's practice. "There are familiar hallways, and just walking through the other side, it’s strange, for sure. But I’m excited for the game."' … [Read more...] about Eric Robinson enjoying first trip back to Columbus since trade to Buffalo
Friday's Rochester Coverage
After assignment by Sabres, Devon Levi thriving in Rochester: ‘It’s been great’ (Olean Times Herald) Fitzpatrick grateful for hall of fame homecoming (Amwerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Feb 22, 2024
Observations: Sabres hold on to beat Habs and continue road mastery
'For the season, the Sabres are 13-11-3 on the road and just 12-16-1 at home. The only NHL team with more regulation home losses is Anaheim, which has 18 and just won in Buffalo on Monday. The poor home play is ruining a second straight season.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres hold on to beat Habs and continue road mastery
Mike Harrington: Tim Horton's stunning death 50 years ago was darkest moment in Sabres history
'Believed to be driving more than 100 mph, Horton crashed his De Tomaso Pantera sports car by the Lake Street exit of the Queen Elizabeth Way in St. Catharines, Ont., and was thrown from the vehicle. He died at the scene.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Tim Horton’s stunning death 50 years ago was darkest moment in Sabres history
Sabres Notebook: Jeff Skinner's red-hot numbers vs. Habs fly in face of current offensive slump
'“Sometimes that’s just the way the schedule works. I think the way you come into a building and you’re playing well, and sometimes you get rewarded,” Skinner said. “That happens a couple of times and it becomes a story. We’ve got to focus on what we’re doing. We’ve got some good things in our game that we want to continue.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Jeff Skinner’s red-hot numbers vs. Habs fly in face of current offensive slump
“Time to get up,” according to Kyle Okposo
'“We have several players here who want to be successful, who want to win,” he said. Obviously, it's disappointing to be where we are, but we know we have several players that will be in this locker room together for a long time. They are the ones who will have to look in the mirror and change things. I know these players are very competitive, so I don't worry about the … [Read more...] about “Time to get up,” according to Kyle Okposo
Thursday's Montreal Coverage
Hidden Game: Xhekaj gets physical, but Canadiens lose to Sabres (Montreal Gazette) About Last Night: Roy has first two-point game in loss to Sabres (Montreal Gazette) Photo gallery (Montreal Gazette) Jeff Skinner scores again and the Sabers resist (Journal de Montreal) Joshua Roy made lemonade (Journal de Montreal) Martin St-Louis on Arber Xhekaj: “He probably played his … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Montreal Coverage
Alex Tuch scores short-handed winner, Sabres top Canadiens 3-2
'"I thought our battle level was high through the start,” Sabres head coach Don Granato said. “We had to weather a storm in segments, but the guys stayed with it — and the (Tage) Thompson, Tuch and Skinner line was very good."' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch scores short-handed winner, Sabres top Canadiens 3-2