'“The league as a whole has wrapped their arms around what he’s accomplished, and what he is accomplishing at the age he’s doing it,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said of the 39-year-old Ovechkin after practice Friday. “He’s one incredible athlete, with one incredible shot and the shot really hasn’t gone down that much over all these years. And I think that’s due to how strong that … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: As Sabres get set to meet Caps, Lindy Ruff gives it up to ageless Alex Ovechkin
The Sabres Report - Mar 30, 2025
Sunday's Philadelphia Coverage
Matvei Michkov’s second straight two-goal game leads Flyers past Buffalo Sabres (Philadelphia Inquirer) Michkov keeps humming, Flyers beat Sabres with 7 more goals (NBC Sports Philadelphia) Michkov, Flyers Strike for 7 Against Sabres (WENJ-FM) York returns for Flyers against Sabres after disciplinary issue (NHL.com) Postgame 5: Flyers offense erupts in 7-4 win over Buffalo … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Matvei Michkov has 2nd straight 2-goal outing to lead the Flyers past the Sabres 7-4
'Jack Quinn scored twice, and Alex Tuch and John-Jason Peterkaas added goals as the Sabres had their three-game winning streak halted in the opener of a three-game trip. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen had 25 stops.' … [Read more...] about Matvei Michkov has 2nd straight 2-goal outing to lead the Flyers past the Sabres 7-4
Sabres throttled in Philadelphia
'Philadelphia pulled further ahead six-and-a-half minutes into the third period of play.' … [Read more...] about Sabres throttled in Philadelphia
Opinion: It was Christmas in March for the Flyers on Saturday
'There wasn’t anything Luukkonen could do later as Owen Tippet came down and undressed Bryson giving him a clean lane. Four guys were around the goal scorer Jakob Pelletier, but none of the Sabres covered him.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: It was Christmas in March for the Flyers on Saturday
Michkov scores twice again for Flyers in victory against Sabres
'Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin did not play because of an illness. Ruff said Dahlin is doubtful to play Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Michkov scores twice again for Flyers in victory against Sabres
Puck management errors prove costly in loss to Philadelphia
'“Totally disrespected the game,” Ruff said. “… It was like Christmas hockey. We handed gifts out for the first three goals, and you won’t win (like that). You won’t win on the road, and the road is something we’ve been working on. We had a lack of discipline and we had lack of attention to detail when it comes to managing the puck early, and that really hurt us.”' … [Read more...] about Puck management errors prove costly in loss to Philadelphia
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks hang on to win fourth straight in 4-2 victory over Crunch (Amerks.com) Crunch Downed By Amerks, 4-2 (SyracuseCrunch.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Mar 29, 2025
Sabres Notebook: After mental reset, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen getting back in goal this weekend
'Luukkonen's last start was last Saturday's 4-1 loss in Minnesota. Since returning from the 4 Nations break, Luukkonen is 5-6-0 with a 3.60 goals-against average and .863 save percentage. Reimer, meanwhile, is 3-2-1, 2.92/.907.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: After mental reset, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen getting back in goal this weekend
Sabres goalie James Reimer’s terrific play gives UPL chance to reset
'Now, with back-to-back road games this weekend, Reimer is expected to take a backseat to Luukkonen, who has endured an underwhelming season, for this afternoon’s contest against the Philadelphia Flyers. The veteran could spell Luukkonen again Sunday afternoon versus the Washington Capitals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie James Reimer’s terrific play gives UPL chance to reset
Saturday's Philadelphia Coverage
Flyers-Sabres Preview: Playing the Lottery (WENJ-FM) Sabres visit the Flyers on 3-game winning streak (AP) RAV4 Things: Flyers vs. Sabres (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Leinonen gets an entry level contract with the Sabres
'Leinonen played 25 games with Mora IK this season going 13-10-0 with a 2.31 goals against and .910 save percentage. He also had four shutouts.' … [Read more...] about Leinonen gets an entry level contract with the Sabres
Practice Report | Rosen getting comfortable with life in the NHL
'“I don’t have to think about it anymore,” Rosen said after Friday’s practice at KeyBank Center. “It’s always cool to get your first one and really cool to get your first one in the NHL.”' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Rosen getting comfortable with life in the NHL
'A guy you want to follow' | Teammates share memories ahead of Rasmus Dahlin's 500th game
'He controls the game. When the puck’s on his stick, he drives the play and everybody around him reads off of him, what he’s doing. He can slow it down, he can speed it up. It’s a unique ability that not a lot of people have.' … [Read more...] about ‘A guy you want to follow’ | Teammates share memories ahead of Rasmus Dahlin’s 500th game
Sabres sign Leinonen to 3-year, entry-level contract
'The Buffalo Sabres have signed goaltender Topias Leinonen to a three-year, entry-level contract, the team announced Friday. The deal will begin with the 2025-26 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Leinonen to 3-year, entry-level contract