'“We were on the attack. We were aggressive. We were fearless,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “After the game, I turned it right back over to Okie. I thought he did a great job between the second and third, and postgame we went right back to him for further comments because it was a great job. It was a leadership move but a collective effort.”' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch’s late goal caps Sabres’ 3-2 comeback win against Penguins
The Sabres Report - Nov 25, 2023
Sabres storm back for one-goal win over Pittsburgh
'Buffalo scored three unanswered goals in the third period for the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres storm back for one-goal win over Pittsburgh
Opinion: Sabres overcome a two-goal third period deficit to beat Pittsburgh
'By most accounts, Jiri Kulich has really improved his overall game, even in the first two months of the season. I think the time is overdue to find out. He has 11 goals in Rochester which is fourth in the AHL and there is a center spot open with the injury to Tage Thompson. His 17 points are 10th overall.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres overcome a two-goal third period deficit to beat Pittsburgh
Rookie standout Zach Benson sticking with Sabres
'Playing in his 10th NHL game will trigger the first year of Benson’s entry-level contract, indicating that the 18-year-old drafted 13th overall will be staying in Buffalo for the foreseeable future. “He’s earned the right to be here,” coach Don Granato said Friday.' … [Read more...] about Rookie standout Zach Benson sticking with Sabres
Sabres use 3 straight goals in 3rd to rally past Penguins
'“We just wanted to play our game,” Buffalo captain Kyle Okposo said. “I talked about it before, we just haven’t played our game. It’s just pressure, pressure, pressure, go, go, go. A lot of times when we do that, we stop thinking and a lot of goals end up on the highlight film. That’s what we had for a long time, but we haven’t really had that this year. I thought that we just … [Read more...] about Sabres use 3 straight goals in 3rd to rally past Penguins
Sabres score 3 unanswered goals to complete comeback win over Penguins
'"I thought we played probably our best period of the year,” Okposo said. “We just attacked. We just have been a little bit too much on our heels and just thinking a little bit too much for the past few weeks, and I just think we came out and attacked. It was a ton of fun to watch. We just pressure, pressure, pressure. Every guy wanted the puck, wanted to be a guy to make a … [Read more...] about Sabres score 3 unanswered goals to complete comeback win over Penguins
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Rosen’s late game heroics lift Amerks to second straight overtime win over Laval (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 24, 2023
Sabres prospect Isak Rosen becoming slick scorer, one of Amerks’ ‘drivers’
'Rosen’s 18 points and 11 assists in 15 games both lead Rochester. Appert trusts the winger so much he now utilizes him on the penalty kill and in critical situations.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Isak Rosen becoming slick scorer, one of Amerks’ ‘drivers’
Friday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Penguins visit the Sabres in Eastern Conference action (AP) Game Preview: Penguins at Sabres (11.24.23) (PittsburghPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 23, 2023
Observations: Zach Benson strengthens case to stick with Sabres during OT loss
'“Honestly, I’m just trying to do the move I think is going to work and kind of let my instincts take over,” Benson added.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Zach Benson strengthens case to stick with Sabres during OT loss
Facing the issue: Sabres center Dylan Cozens battling through trouble caused by wearing full face shield
'Asked after practice Tuesday in Chicago if he’s close to being able to play without the shield, Cozens started out by saying, “Yeah, I’m hoping to get rid of it,” but you knew he had more to say when he didn’t completely stop talking and added an “umm, now” to the answer. “We’ll see what happens,” Cozens said with a laugh, knowing he had let a cat out of its bag with his … [Read more...] about Facing the issue: Sabres center Dylan Cozens battling through trouble caused by wearing full face shield
Jack Quinn skates with the Sabres for the first time since frustrating Achilles injury
'“Pacioretty obviously went through it last year, and he’s been great to me,” said Quinn. “He’s reached out a bunch and helped me out with the process. Just told me what he’s gone through and gave me a lot of advice, so that’s one guy. With something like this, when I did it, I didn’t really know it was a possibility. It was all new and just gathering all of the information … [Read more...] about Jack Quinn skates with the Sabres for the first time since frustrating Achilles injury
Thursday's Washington Coverage
Caps, with flair for drama, beat Sabres to run winning streak to five (Washington Post) Strome, Caps Stretch Streak to Five (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Washington Coverage
Buffalo Sabres rookie Zach Benson scores first goal on highlight-reel, between-the-legs shot
'Benson, 18, took a pass and skated toward the front of the Capitals net. But instead of trying a backhand, he pulled the puck and his stick between his skates, then roofed a shot into the net. The move fooled veteran goalie Darcy Kuemper and gave the Sabres a 2-0 lead at 16:04 of the first period.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres rookie Zach Benson scores first goal on highlight-reel, between-the-legs shot
Strome scores in OT as Capitals beat Sabres 4-3 for fifth straight win
'“Obviously disappointed we didn’t get the two points, but I felt our guys played more of the style we want to play,” Buffalo coach Don Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Strome scores in OT as Capitals beat Sabres 4-3 for fifth straight win