'"The compete wasn't there," Granato said. "You look at the two goals that we did score in the third period, Okposo and Greenway, we had net front in both. ... We get to the net and we get rewarded. We don't get rewarded when we don't get to the net."' … [Read more...] about Silfverberg scores twice, Ducks hold off Sabres
The Sabres Report - Jan 24, 2024
Sabres' comeback falls short in loss to Ducks
'“It was probably the worst period we played all year, to be honest with you,” Okposo said. “It was awful. I mean, I don’t know. It was just not good enough. Just giving up chance after chance, on the wrong side of the puck. It was bad. We just put ourselves in too big of a hole. We battled in the third, but this league’s too good to be in a hole like that.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ comeback falls short in loss to Ducks
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Rochester Amerks use perfect week to rise in standings; Devon Levi makes successful appearance (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jan 23, 2024
As rumor mill turns, Casey Mittelstadt expresses desire to remain with Sabres
'“It’s actually kind of weird,” Mittelstadt told The Buffalo News following practice Monday. “I was just sitting at home watching NHL Network and all of a sudden, my name is getting thrown around. So, that was surprising to me, to be honest with you. It’s obviously something I’ve never experienced before.”' … [Read more...] about As rumor mill turns, Casey Mittelstadt expresses desire to remain with Sabres
Sabres’ Peyton Krebs confident scoring will come: ‘I have all the tools’
'Since joining the Sabres two years ago, Krebs, who turns 23 on Friday, has established himself as their fourth-line pivot, showcasing a high-octane style, usually between Zemgus Girgensons and Kyle Okposo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Peyton Krebs confident scoring will come: ‘I have all the tools’
Jeff Skinner close to returning from injury; Sabres recall defenseman
'“Skinner went full go in practice, and I’ll find out exactly what that means,” Sabres coach Don Granato said Monday in KeyBank Center. “It’s definitely good he went through very well. I would expect him very, very soon, if not tomorrow.”' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner close to returning from injury; Sabres recall defenseman
Tuesday's Anaheim Coverage
Anaheim takes on Buffalo following Henrique’s 2-goal performance (AP) ‘It’s Going to be a Special Night’: Ducks Assistant Coaches Eager to Face Their Sons (AnaheimDucks.com) Preview: Fathers and Sons Face Off as Ducks Host Sabres Tonight at Honda Center (AnaheimDucks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Anaheim Coverage
Sabres still can't translate recent defensive success into wins
'The Sabres had an extremely disappointing six-game homestand, going 3-3-0. What made it worse was Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has only given up three goals in his last four games, yet, the team is only 2-2-0 in that time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres still can’t translate recent defensive success into wins
Practice Report | Skinner nears return; Levi readies for next opportunity
'“Skinner went full-go at practice and I’ll find out exactly what that means. It is definitely good,” Granato said. “He went through practice very well and would expect [a return] very, very soon, if not tomorrow.”' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Skinner nears return; Levi readies for next opportunity
The Sabres Report - Jan 22, 2024
Sabres recall rookie Devon Levi from Rochester, send goalie to Amerks
'The Sabres this morning recalled Levi, 22, from the Amerks and sent goalie Eric Comrie back to their AHL affiliate. Levi made 14 saves in Saturday afternoon’s 7-3 win over the Springfield Thunderbirds in Rochester, his first game action since Jan. 9.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall rookie Devon Levi from Rochester, send goalie to Amerks
Sabres recall Devon Levi from Rochester
'Levi needed to get into a game, so he went down Saturday to play against the Springfield Thunderbirds in Rochester. He made 14 saves on 17 shots to help get the Amerks the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Devon Levi from Rochester
Sabres recall Levi, assign Comrie to Amerks
'Levi was loaned to Rochester on Saturday and made 14 saves on 17 shots in the Amerks’ 7-3 win over the Springfield Thunderbirds. Comrie backed up Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen during Buffalo’s 3-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Levi, assign Comrie to Amerks
The Sabres Report - Jan 21, 2024
Observations: 'Too little too late' as Sabres' early deficit spoils homestand finale
'"A little too little too late," said Tuch. "I thought we had some good opportunities, some good chances. ... They’re a seasoned, veteran team. They’re going to know how to play in all situations. I don’t think we were able to exploit them as much as we wanted to."' … [Read more...] about Observations: ‘Too little too late’ as Sabres’ early deficit spoils homestand finale
Mattias Samuelsson striving for more during 'difficult' season with Sabres
'“When you don’t have confidence in the NHL, it can go bad quickly,” Samuelsson told The Buffalo News following practice Friday. “If you’re in your own head or second guessing yourself, it never ends well. There were some points this year where I was doing that. When we were winning a game, losing a game, winning a game, losing a game, you start to question yourself and what’s … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson striving for more during ‘difficult’ season with Sabres
Sabres end home stand with loss to Lightning; Don Granato confused by late penalty on Zach Benson
'The Sabres finished their longest stint at KeyBank Center this season 3-3-0. Kind of meh.' … [Read more...] about Sabres end home stand with loss to Lightning; Don Granato confused by late penalty on Zach Benson