'"We’re playing with mojo right now," said Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin. "We’re not afraid to make plays. We backup each other if someone makes a mistake. So, we’re playing a good team game right now. We’re calm with the puck and making the right plays."' … [Read more...] about Sabres observations: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen earns second straight shutout in 3-0 win
The Sabres Report - Jan 19, 2024
Zach Benson learning life in the NHL from his landlord, Sabres teammate Rasmus Dahlin
'“He’s such a good guy,” Dahlin told The Buffalo News. “We’re having a ton of fun. He just makes mine and my girlfriend’s life way more fun. It’s great. We have dinner together. He’s got his own place downstairs, and he does his own thing.”' … [Read more...] about Zach Benson learning life in the NHL from his landlord, Sabres teammate Rasmus Dahlin
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen posts another shutout win, Sabres stay hot: ‘Playing with mojo right now’
'Luukkonen’s current six-game run in which he has compiled a 5-1-0 record with a 1.17 goals-against average and a .956 save percentage is the best stretch by a Sabres goalie in a long time.' … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen posts another shutout win, Sabres stay hot: ‘Playing with mojo right now’
Devon Levi waiting for next chance; Sabres recall defenseman
'“Upie’s playing well, so all the credit to him,” Levi said Thursday morning in KeyBank Center. “I’m just staying ready. I have a lot of practice time, which is great. You’re not playing as much, but you’re practicing more. So it’s just different. Not better, not worse; just different.”' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi waiting for next chance; Sabres recall defenseman
Friday's Chicago Coverage
Snow-blanked in Buffalo: 4 takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks’ 3-0 loss, including more misfortune for Arvid Söderblom (Chicago Tribune) Blackhawks’ offense nonexistent in shutout loss to Sabres (Chicago Sun Times) 10 observations: Blackhawks shut out by Sabres in rescheduled game (NBC Sports Chicago) Takeaways: Blackhawks Shutout by Sabres, 3-0 (Blackhawks.com) Photo … [Read more...] about Friday’s Chicago Coverage
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen makes 19 saves for 2nd straight shutout, Sabres beat Blackhawks 3-0
'“He’s a young goalie and a young guy that continues to get better every day through the right practices,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “He’s very adamant about making himself better. He’s using every experience that he’s been given, every opportunity he’s had over the last year to become better.”' … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen makes 19 saves for 2nd straight shutout, Sabres beat Blackhawks 3-0
Luukkonen leads Sabres to shut out win over Chicago
'The Sabres were able to kill off nearly four-straight minutes of a Chicago power play time in the second period to keep the game scoreless. Rasmus Dahlin was whistled for back-to-back penalties in the frame. The defenseman was first called for holding. Then he touched the puck while still in the penalty box at the conclusion of the penalty, sending the Blackhawks right back to … [Read more...] about Luukkonen leads Sabres to shut out win over Chicago
Opinion: Sabres have won 5-of-7 games behind Luukkonen's back-to-back shutouts
'Only Tom Barrasso, Martin Biron, Don Edwards and Dominik Hasek have longer shutout streaks in franchise history.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres have won 5-of-7 games behind Luukkonen’s back-to-back shutouts
Adams likes Benson's consistent, 'highly competitive' play this season
'"I would not have expected it," Adams said with Mike Schopp and Chris "Bulldog" Parker. "As much as I love Benson and was excited when we drafted him, to make our opening night roster… he has consistently played in a highly competitive way that helps you win."' … [Read more...] about Adams likes Benson’s consistent, ‘highly competitive’ play this season
UPL strings shutouts, Sabres beat Blackhawks 3-0
'Luukkonen made 28 saves to shut out the San Jose Sharks on Monday, after allowing just one goal in Saturday’s loss against the Vancouver Canucks. Having gone nearly 158 minutes without getting scored upon, Luukkonen’s shutout streak is the longest since Ryan Miller went more than 161 minutes early in the 2010-11 season, and the ninth-best in team history.' … [Read more...] about UPL strings shutouts, Sabres beat Blackhawks 3-0
Luukkonen gets 2nd straight shutout, Sabres defeat Blackhawks
'“It feels great,” he said. “Especially, you know, there’s been a lot of talk about our defensive play last year, especially we kind of showed how tight we can play. As I said I feel last game, too, it’s not about me, it’s about the team and the shutout. It doesn’t happen if they don’t block shots, box out. … We played a good game tonight, and it showed on the scoreboard.”' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen gets 2nd straight shutout, Sabres defeat Blackhawks
Luukkonen extends shutout streak in 3-0 win over Blackhawks
'The chant came at a perfect time, coinciding with one of the best stretches of Luukkonen’s young career. The 24-year-old’s shutout streak – currently at 157:55 dating back to the second period of a 1-0 loss to Vancouver last Saturday – is the ninth-longest in franchise history. He made 28 saves to blank the San Jose Sharks in a 3-0 win on Monday.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen extends shutout streak in 3-0 win over Blackhawks
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Truist Field became a Field Of Dreams for Amerks at Queen City Outdoor Classic (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jan 18, 2024
A day later, Sabres will get their chance against Blackhawks
'Because of the lake-effect snow bands and driving bans that include the arena environs, the NHL postponed the game and rescheduled it for Thursday night at 7. It will be televised on MSG. Tickets to Wednesday’s game can be used for entry to Thursday’s rescheduled affair.' … [Read more...] about A day later, Sabres will get their chance against Blackhawks
NHL postpones Sabres game against Blackhawks until Thursday
'KeyBank Center falls within the area of Buffalo affected by a driving ban. Seven other municipalities in Erie Country have also issued bans.' … [Read more...] about NHL postpones Sabres game against Blackhawks until Thursday