'Through seven games, Thompson’s line with Greenway and Cozens on the wings has controlled 65.57% of the shot attempts and 76.4% of the expected goals share at 5-on-5, according to Natural Stat Trick. They’ve earned 11 high-danger scoring chances in those situations and, as impressive, they’ve only allowed four while often skating against the other team’s top players.' … [Read more...] about How Tage Thompson, Jordan Greenway and Dylan Cozens have given Sabres two top lines
The Sabres Report - Oct 27, 2023
Sabres Notebook: Eric Comrie or UPL to start again while Devon Levi remains out
'“The soreness is not resolved to the point that, under our situation with three goaltenders and Comrie and Upie playing well in the last two games, we’re not pushing based on all of that,” Granato told reporters. “There’s no need to push it. We have three goalies and that’s the luxury when it comes to this.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Eric Comrie or UPL to start again while Devon Levi remains out
Sabres’ Alex Tuch starting to score, bust out of early-season slump: ‘I thought I let my teammates down’
'Tuch has struggled to score goals this season, mustering just one, a power-play tally Wednesday, entering Friday’s road game against the New Jersey Devils. So he has registered more fights than goals through the first seven contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Alex Tuch starting to score, bust out of early-season slump: ‘I thought I let my teammates down’
Injured Sabres goalie Devon Levi still sore, hasn’t regressed
'“There’s no need to push him,” Granato said of Levi following Thursday’s practice in KeyBank Center. “We have three goalies, and that’s the luxury when it comes to this. But we’re waiting for some more soreness to resolve for him.”' … [Read more...] about Injured Sabres goalie Devon Levi still sore, hasn’t regressed
Friday's New Jersey Coverage
Devils host the Sabres following Toffoli’s 2-goal performance (AP) Devils Host Sabres in 'Jersey' Jersey | Preview (NewJerseyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s New Jersey Coverage
Alex Tuch was determined to start playing way he knew he could
'“It shows our commitment to good offense and a simple game that we’re getting to the net, we’re going into battles, we’re screening the goalies and sacrificing.”' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch was determined to start playing way he knew he could
Couple watches game at every active NHL rink
'For the past 10 years, the Stoney Creek, Ontario residents have been traveling North America to watch NHL games, specifically those featuring their beloved Buffalo Sabres. Their bucket list included seeing a game in every NHL arena and they checked off the last one on Tuesday when they entered the Scotiabank Saddledome for the Sabres road game against the Calgary Flames. "It … [Read more...] about Couple watches game at every active NHL rink
Practice Report | Dahlin's hockey sense on full display through first 7 games
'“… When he’s free, his hockey sense combined with his compete, are the two striking attributes that factor into his good start. He’s got incredible hockey sense. … So, you see both hockey sense and compete and he’s in the flow now. He’s in a groove now and I don’t think he was in that through training camp.”' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Dahlin’s hockey sense on full display through first 7 games
The Sabres Report - Oct 26, 2023
Sabres prospect Matt Savoie stands out season debut with Amerks
'“You like the offense he showed on the pass and a great finish by Merschy, but also the ability to take in information and be able to apply it and go execute it, which is an underrated skill of a young player,” coach Seth Appert said following the Amerks’ 4-3 come-from-behind victory in Blue Cross Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Matt Savoie stands out season debut with Amerks
Poloncarz says winner of County Executive race will likely need to renegotiate Sabres lease
'Poloncarz said that Erie County owns the shell of KeyBank Center, the City of Buffalo owns the land on which it stands and the Sabres are responsible for the upkeep of the building. He confirmed previous media reports that the Pegulas, who own the Sabres, have said they would foot the bill for renovating the arena’s roof and said that taxpayers would not be on the hook for … [Read more...] about Poloncarz says winner of County Executive race will likely need to renegotiate Sabres lease
Hamilton Take 2: A look at the start to the Sabres 2023-24 season
'As this season is starting to unfold, it’s proving Granato to be correct. The defensive effort was pretty bad against the New York Rangers and Calgary Flames and Buffalo didn’t win. It was better in Long Island vs the Islanders, but a very obvious penalty on New York was missed and it wound up in Buffalo’s net. The Islanders also got a goal on what appeared to be an offsides … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: A look at the start to the Sabres 2023-24 season
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Late third-period rally propels Amerks past Checkers (Amerks.com) Checkers fall prey to Amerks' wild comeback (CharlotteCheckers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Oct 25, 2023
Sabres survive late scare, offensive breaks through in 6-4 win over Senators
'Facing an Atlantic Division foe on the road in the second game of a back-to-back Tuesday night, the Sabres’ breakthrough finally arrived. Tage Thompson and Jeff Skinner scored two goals apiece, Alex Tuch added his first of the season, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 34 saves in a 6-4 win over the Ottawa Senators.' … [Read more...] about Sabres survive late scare, offensive breaks through in 6-4 win over Senators
Sabres postgame Q&A: How will the Sabres handle their goalie depth chart?
'It’s too soon to send Levi to Rochester. He had some shaky moments while playing four games in eight days to start the season. His performance late last season, as well as the Sabres’ approach to this situation from the moment he arrived, should give the 21-year-old more time to show that he can stay in Buffalo without needing time with the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres postgame Q&A: How will the Sabres handle their goalie depth chart?
Wednesday's Ottawa Coverage
Don't be fooled by the score; Ottawa Senators weren't good enough in loss to Buffalo Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Garrioch: Craig Anderson ends his brilliant career with the Ottawa Senators (Ottawa Sun) Snapshots: The Ottawa Senators give Craig Anderson a fond farewell (Ottawa Sun) Brady Tkachuk suspended? (Le Droit) The end for Craig Anderson (Le Droit) Brady Tkachuk leaves … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Ottawa Coverage