'Peterka entered Sunday tied with Jeff Skinner for the team lead in goals (7) and one behind Skinner and Casey Mittelstadt for the team lead in points with 12. He’s also carrying the best rating on a club at plus-4.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: JJ Peterka can take a huge jump on offense in Tage Thompson’s absence
The Sabres Report - Nov 20, 2023
Monday's Chicago Coverage
‘This sucks.’ 4 takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks’ 4th straight loss and their 5th loss at home this season (Chicago Tribune) Connor Bedard, Lukas Reichel united at last in Blackhawks’ loss to Sabres (Chicago Sun Times) Blackhawks notes: Coach Luke Richardson feeling at home in Chicago (Chicago Sun Times) 10 observations: Blackhawks allow power-play goal in 8th straight … [Read more...] about Monday’s Chicago Coverage
Rasmus Dahlin leads Buffalo Sabres past Chicago Blackhawks 3-2
'Johnson drove around Chicago defenseman Seth Jones midway through the third before flipping a tough-angle shot over Petr Mrazek’s right shoulder for a 3-2 lead. It was the second goal of the season for the defenseman. “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.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin leads Buffalo Sabres past Chicago Blackhawks 3-2
Sabres fend off Blackhawks in Chicago
'The blue and gold took their third lead of the evening just past the midway point of the third period of play, and it came from an unlikely source on a slick shot. Defenseman Erik Johnson snuck down to the left circle and sniped his second goal as a member of the Sabres high past Mrazek.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fend off Blackhawks in Chicago
Opinion: Dahlin leads Sabres to much-needed win in Chicago
'Dahlin played 28:59 and had a goal and two assists in the win.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Dahlin leads Sabres to much-needed win in Chicago
Rasmus Dahlin leads Buffalo Sabres to a 3-2 win over Chicago Blackhawks
'Erik Johnson snapped a third-period tie and Jeff Skinner also scored for Buffalo, which dropped four of five overall. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 24 saves.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin leads Buffalo Sabres to a 3-2 win over Chicago Blackhawks
Sabres hang on, end losing streak with 3-2 win over Chicago
'Chicago put a shot through the crease in the dying seconds of regulation that ended up hitting the goal post, but it wouldn't go as the Sabres improved to 8-9-1 overall on the year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hang on, end losing streak with 3-2 win over Chicago
Dahlin has 3 points, Sabres edge Blackhawks to end 3-game skid
'“We found a way to win,” Dahlin said. “It wasn’t pretty, but we found a way to win. That’s what I take away from this game. We had a lot of chances, actually. It was a lot to learn today, but we found a way to win.”' … [Read more...] about Dahlin has 3 points, Sabres edge Blackhawks to end 3-game skid
'Special player' | Dahlin leads Sabres to win in Chicago with 3-point outing
'“I have all the time in the world for Ras,” Johnson said. “I love him. He’s a great kid, unreal player. Wants to win, does all the right things. Future captain of the team for sure. To see him take charge like he has – he’s been good all year and now the last couple games I think you’ve seen him be great.' … [Read more...] about ‘Special player’ | Dahlin leads Sabres to win in Chicago with 3-point outing
The Sabres Report - Nov 19, 2023
Roundtable: Debating the pursuit of Patrick Kane and the Sabres' role in it
'The Sabres are one of several teams that have been in regular contact with Kane. The real question is how interested he is in them at this point of his career, when chasing another Stanley Cup could have far more significance to him than money.' … [Read more...] about Roundtable: Debating the pursuit of Patrick Kane and the Sabres’ role in it
Sunday's Chicago Coverage
Blackhawks take on the Sabres on losing streak (AP) PreviewW: Blackhawks Host Sabres for Hockey Fight Cancer Night (Blackhawks.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Chicago Coverage
The Sabres had more speed and rhythm in practice on Saturday
'Granato was angry after the Jets game because he knew that the opportunity to get two points was there. The Sabres aren’t playing to their capabilities and he let them know it.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres had more speed and rhythm in practice on Saturday
Hamilton Take 2: The Sabres are struggling to find consistency
'This team has too much talent to be on the same pace they were last year. They should be a better team, and they’re not. Last season after 17 games, the Sabres were 7-10-0. This season they’re 7-9-1.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: The Sabres are struggling to find consistency
Sabres look to build on intensity from 3rd period in Winnipeg
'The Sabres came to practice looking to build on the performance they put forth during the third period of a 3-2 loss in Winnipeg on Friday. They outshot the Jets 28-18 in total and had a 17-4 edge in high-danger chances at 5-on-5 but trailed 3-1 entering the second intermission.' … [Read more...] about Sabres look to build on intensity from 3rd period in Winnipeg
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks bounce back with 7-5 win over Monsters (Amerks.com) Monsters drop 7-5 loss to Amerks (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage