'The blue and gold nursed their 3-2 edge until the 18:45 mark of the third period when forward Tom Wilson got free in the slot with the Capitals running a 6-on-5 advantage with their net empty. The game-tying goal from the veteran winger forced overtime in Washington.' … [Read more...] about Capitals snatch victory from Sabres’ hands
The Sabres Report - Nov 23, 2023
Quinn is improving as he joined his teammates for the first time during Wednesday's morning skate
'“I started skating about a month ago on my own and I just gradually built up and learned how to skate again working on mechanics and I’d say I’m probably at a point now where I don’t have much restrictions in terms of what I can do out there by myself."' … [Read more...] about Quinn is improving as he joined his teammates for the first time during Wednesday’s morning skate
Strome scores with 8 seconds left in OT to lift Capitals past Sabres
'“You’d like to have had a bigger lead,” Buffalo coach Don Granato said. “You know teams are coming at you hard. It’s just the way it is. We had our chances to create some greater separation, but I don’t feel like it slipped. We had chances. Even in overtime, we had some good chances.”' … [Read more...] about Strome scores with 8 seconds left in OT to lift Capitals past Sabres
Benson scores 1st NHL goal in OT loss to Capitals
'The Sabres never trailed in regulation. They held a 3-2 lead in the third period until Tom Wilson buried a one-timer with 1:15 remaining in the third period, seconds after Capitals goaltender Darcy Kuemper was pulled for an extra attacker.' … [Read more...] about Benson scores 1st NHL goal in OT loss to Capitals
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Kulich, amerks take down Rocket in overtime (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 22, 2023
As Sabres' decision looms, Zach Benson sticks with his next-game mentality
'Wednesday night’s matchup against the streaking Washington Capitals in Capital One Arena will mark Benson’s ninth game of his rookie season. After that, the Sabres have a decision to make: They will either keep Benson – who has played very well in a top-6 forward role the last two games – and burn the first year of his entry-level contract, or send him back to junior hockey … [Read more...] about As Sabres’ decision looms, Zach Benson sticks with his next-game mentality
Sabres prospect Jiri Kulich off to torrid start with Amerks, recall not on mind
'That heavier, more mature style – Appert said he also consistently backchecks and finishes checks – has buoyed Kulich’s development. The Czech has roared out of the gate in his second AHL season, scoring 10 goals in the first 14 games, a 51-goal pace over a full campaign.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Jiri Kulich off to torrid start with Amerks, recall not on mind
Wednesday's Washington Coverage
Capitals look to keep win streak going, host the Sabres (AP) Caps Host Sabres on Thanksgiving Eve (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Washington Coverage
Zach Benson worried about Wednesday's game against Washington, not his future
'“I was dealing with a lower-body injury that was not letting me skate at my best, but now I feel 110% and I’m just back to my game, high motor, non-stop, move my feet making plays and try to get the puck back as much as I can."' … [Read more...] about Zach Benson worried about Wednesday’s game against Washington, not his future
Granato wants to see even more from Dahlin
'"We need to be challenged, our roster needs to be challenged. Granato said during his weekly appearance on WGR. "We've got to move up, and up, and up and when guys feel proud of what they've done you tend to not realize you're not fighting for more and more, so competition in your lineup is really important."' … [Read more...] about Granato wants to see even more from Dahlin
Greenway ranks among NHL's best in shorthanded situations
'“Full confidence, truthfully, I would say,” Greenway said Tuesday. “I don’t know what our percentage is or where we’re at in the league, but I do know we’ve done a lot of things to get some momentum swings in our favor because we don’t give up a goal or we don’t give them anything. So, that’s been great for us. So yeah, we should have full confidence in it. There’s no reason … [Read more...] about Greenway ranks among NHL’s best in shorthanded situations
Prospects Pipeline | Richard transitioning well to college hockey at UConn
'“Jake is a very intelligent player. He thinks quickly on the ice and is dangerous with and without the puck in the offensive zone. Hungry to produce offense, he is the type of player that will sacrifice his body and go to hard areas of the ice to score goals. Jake has quick hands and very good stick skills. These allow him to extend plays and navigate defenders to create … [Read more...] about Prospects Pipeline | Richard transitioning well to college hockey at UConn
The Sabres Report - Nov 21, 2023
Mike Harrington: At Sabres' early crisis point, Rasmus Dahlin is making point of carrying team
'Sunday in United Center – when too many of their forwards were oddly scuffling against a lousy team that won’t be that way too much longer – Dahlin was the best player in the building for 60 minutes.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: At Sabres’ early crisis point, Rasmus Dahlin is making point of carrying team
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks looking more like themselves (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 20, 2023
Observations: Erik Johnson makes the play Sabres need to secure win over Blackhawks
'"I saw some ice, took it and just tried to drive wide and elevate the puck and get it to the net as quick as I could," Johnson said. "Thankfully it was able to go in. We weren't at our best tonight and you know you're not always going to be at your best and you've still got to find a way to win the game."' … [Read more...] about Observations: Erik Johnson makes the play Sabres need to secure win over Blackhawks