'How about an own goal into your empty net just when you were getting a two-man advantage to try to tie the score in a game?' … [Read more...] about Sabres takeaways: Own goal that foiled late power play is another bizarre tale for a lost season
The Sabres Report - Mar 21, 2025
Utah's Logan Cooley understands the impact Sabres vet Jason Zucker can have
'“He was awesome, absolutely incredible, for me,” Cooley said Thursday in Delta Center prior to the Sabres’ game against the Utah Hockey Club. “I remember our first trip, I’m nervous just getting on the plane, and he invited me to sit next to him. He made me feel comfortable on the ice and off the ice. We had so much fun together. He’s such a big part of helping me become an … [Read more...] about Utah’s Logan Cooley understands the impact Sabres vet Jason Zucker can have
Sabres sign Jacob Bryson to one-year contract extension
'Bryson, 27, offers valuable depth and has proven over his five-year NHL career he can sit out games and return to the lineup ready to contribute.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Jacob Bryson to one-year contract extension
Friday's Utah Coverage
Dylan Guenther logs another game-winning goal for Utah Hockey Club (Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Hockey Club keeps playoff hopes alive with win over Buffalo Sabres (Salt Lake City Deseret News) Dylan Guenther delivers again, Utah keeps pace in wild card chase by beating Buffalo (UtahHockeyClub.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Utah Coverage
Dylan Guenther puts Utah ahead to stay in 5-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres
'JJ Peterka scored a goal for the Sabres in his return to the lineup after missing three games with a lower-body injury. His power-play goal came with 11 seconds left in the first period.' … [Read more...] about Dylan Guenther puts Utah ahead to stay in 5-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres
Sabres score embarrassing own goal to lose in miserable fashion to Utah Hockey Club
'However, Sabres forward Tage Thompson tried to send a pass back to defenseman Rasmsus Dahlin. The pass went awry as Thompson missed Dahlin and the puck banked off the boards and went into the back of the Sabres' own net, with no goalie to stop it.' … [Read more...] about Sabres score embarrassing own goal to lose in miserable fashion to Utah Hockey Club
Sabres swept in first season series vs. Utah
'The Buffalo Sabres' first-ever visit to Delta Center did not go as planned. For the second time this season, the blue and gold were on the wrong of a 5-2 final against the Utah Hockey Club, as Utah swept the first-ever season series.' … [Read more...] about Sabres swept in first season series vs. Utah
Opinion: Sabres frustrated with 5-2 loss in Utah
'Their constant trouble with situational awareness bit them again.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres frustrated with 5-2 loss in Utah
Utah Hockey Club scores final 3 goals, pulls away from Sabres
'JJ Peterka and Ryan McLeod scored for the Sabres (27-34-6), who had won their previous two games. James Reimer made 25 saves.' … [Read more...] about Utah Hockey Club scores final 3 goals, pulls away from Sabres
Sabres fall in first visit to Utah
'The goal – which was credited to Kevin Stenlund – came during a delayed call against Stenlund for high-sticking. Thompson said he was unaware of the penalty when he attempted the pass, which was directed toward Rasmus Dahlin at the point.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall in first visit to Utah
The Sabres Report - Mar 20, 2025
Mike Harrington: It's a new journey for the Sabres on their first trip to Utah
'The Sabres came to this suburb a half-hour outside of downtown to practice Wednesday in one of the more unique places you can imagine. Utah's official practice facility is under construction to open this fall, so many NHL teams have enjoyed skating this season in the 2002 Utah Olympic Oval, which was the site of speedskating races during the Games 23 years ago and remains a … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s a new journey for the Sabres on their first trip to Utah
Sabres Notebook: Game in Utah is a chance for first road win streak of '25
'The Sabres meet the Utah Hockey Club on Thursday night in Salt Lake City's Delta Center, looking for two straight on the road for the first time in 2025. They haven't won back-to-back away contests since beating the New York Islanders on Dec. 23 and St. Louis on Dec. 29.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Game in Utah is a chance for first road win streak of ’25
For Sabres’ Brett Murray, Rochester has become second home
'“I love the organization,” Murray said following Sunday’s practice in KeyBank Center. “… The people here treat you unbelievable. It wasn’t much of a question. … When they said they wanted me back, I was happy with that.”' … [Read more...] about For Sabres’ Brett Murray, Rochester has become second home
Thursday's Utah Coverage
Sabres in action against the Utah Hockey Club following overtime win (AP) Game Preview, 3/20: Utah Hockey Club vs. Buffalo Sabres (UtahHockeyClub.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Utah Coverage
Practice Report | McLeod enjoying career year for Sabres
'The 25-year-old has already set career highs in goals (15), assists (22), and points (37) with 16 games still left to play. He’s been a fixture on the Buffalo penalty kill and, more recently, on the power play. And, despite leading Sabres forwards in defensive-zone starts at even strength, he ranks second on the team with a plus-10 rating.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | McLeod enjoying career year for Sabres