'Buffalo was going up against a backup goalie and a bad defense, but when you get outworked, you will lose almost every time.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres got outworked and lost to the Flyers
The Sabres Report - Nov 4, 2023
4 check: Sabres fall flat against Flyers, rare loss for ‘goat heads’
'Defenseman Henri Jokiharju scored the lone goal for Buffalo (5-6-0), his first of the year, but not until the Flyers built a 4-0 lead after two periods.' … [Read more...] about 4 check: Sabres fall flat against Flyers, rare loss for ‘goat heads’
Sabres get "outworked" in 5-1 loss to Philadelphia Flyers
'"I thought we got outworked," Sabres forward, Casey Mittelstadt said. "It's pretty hard to sit here and try to make excuses. There are really no excuses. That was a poor effort from us for sure."' … [Read more...] about Sabres get “outworked” in 5-1 loss to Philadelphia Flyers
Flyers score 3 in 1st, ease past Sabres
'“I just don’t think we played with enough urgency,” Buffalo captain Kyle Okposo said. “We know that team comes out, works, and we have to try to match their work ethic and play with purpose. And I just don’t think we started the game with purpose.”' … [Read more...] about Flyers score 3 in 1st, ease past Sabres
Sabres unable to overcome early deficit in loss to Flyers
'“We could have scored but let’s face it, we didn’t play the way we needed to play. It starts with playing faster and more direct and we were not direct enough, and that was the difference in the game,” Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to overcome early deficit in loss to Flyers
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks edged by Comets in overtime (Amerks.com) Parent overtime winner seals win in Rochester (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 3, 2023
Sabres’ Tage Thompson scoring goals, developing into top penalty killer
'Fresh off a career-best 47-goal, 94-point season, he mustered just one goal in the first six games, his only point. Still, he appeared to be on the verge of breaking out. He created offense early, pumping 15 shots on goal during a two-game stretch, including 10 in one game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson scoring goals, developing into top penalty killer
Sabres recall forward from Americans
'Winger Alex Tuch missed Thursday’s practice for maintenance, according to the Sabres, so Rousek might’ve been summoned for insurance.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall forward from Americans
Friday's Philadelphia Coverage
Sabres host the Flyers after Biro’s 2-goal game (AP) Flyers-Sabres Preview: Hart Broken (WENJ-FM) 5 Things: Flyers @ Sabres (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Dahlin tried out a neck guard during Wednesday's game in Philadelphia
'"It started off with just knowing what’s going on, and it’s super sad what happened," said Dahlin following Thursday's practice. "I tried it out, and it’s too bad that I tried it out for the first time during a game. It didn’t last that long, but for sure I want to use it. I want someone to develop a nice breathable neck guard, and in the future, it’s going to be a must."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin tried out a neck guard during Wednesday’s game in Philadelphia
Practice Report | A look at the Sabres’ top storylines 10 games into the season
'The Sabres are currently ranked fifth in the NHL in penalty-kill percentage (90.0) after killing off 36 penalties, the second-most in the league.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | A look at the Sabres’ top storylines 10 games into the season
Sabres recall Rousek from Amerks
'Rousek, 24, has six points (2+4) in eight games with Rochester this season. He played the first two games of his NHL career for the Sabres last season and tallied a goal and an assist.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Rousek from Amerks
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks’ Lukas Rousek called up to Sabres (WHEC-TV) Kulich taking next step forward in sophomore season (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 2, 2023
Observations: On a night without much juice, Luukkonen and Power provide spark for Sabres in win over Flyers
'The Sabres – who got back to .500 for the first time this season at 5-5 – broke an eight-game pattern of four wins followed by four losses. And they did it on a night they struggled to generate much offense as they were outshot by the Flyers, 40-15. In fact, they had only eight shots in the final 40 minutes but scored on three of their four shots in the third period.' … [Read more...] about Observations: On a night without much juice, Luukkonen and Power provide spark for Sabres in win over Flyers
Sabres, rest of hockey world ponder player safety after Adam Johnson's tragic death
'“I definitely wouldn’t be surprised,” Mittelstadt said when asked if more NHL players might consider wearing protection. “Obviously, I have the [cut-resistant protection] on my wrist and ankles now. I mean, I’ve never really considered (a neck guard), and then you see something like that, it definitely makes you start thinking about it. That’s tough. He’s had a similar … [Read more...] about Sabres, rest of hockey world ponder player safety after Adam Johnson’s tragic death