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
The Sabres Report - Oct 25, 2023
Sabres pounce on Senators early, hang on for 6-4 win
'A furious rally in the dying minutes brought the score to 5-4 with 35 seconds remaining, but Thompson’s second goal — this one into an empty net — put an end to the contest and a forgettable night between the pipes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pounce on Senators early, hang on for 6-4 win
Sabres survive big third period from Senators
'A four-goal, third period lead nearly evaporated for the Buffalo Sabres, but the team was able to escape Ottawa with a 6-4 victory over the Senators inside Canadian Tire Centre.' … [Read more...] about Sabres survive big third period from Senators
The Sabres get back to their game and score six in Ottawa.
'Unlike Monday against the Montreal Canadiens, Buffalo had players at the net all night long.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres get back to their game and score six in Ottawa.
Granato knows Sabres can score, just haven't found that part of their game yet
'"We continue to push and press for more traffic at the net, more direct players going to the net, greater shot mentality. Those are things that are tangible, physical things you can pluck out on video that are real strong indicators of aggressive play, assertive play," said Granato during his weekly Tuesday appearance on the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on WGR. "You tend to push that … [Read more...] about Granato knows Sabres can score, just haven’t found that part of their game yet
Sabres surge to victory in Ottawa
'Jeff Skinner scored twice to bring his team-leading tally to five goals in seven games, Tage Thompson had two goals and an assist, Alex Tuch added a goal and an assist, and Zemgus Girgensons also scored, as Buffalo (3-4-0) responded from a disappointing loss at home Monday with its first road victory and highest scoring output of the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres surge to victory in Ottawa
Thompson has 3 points, Sabres hold off Senators
'"I think we did everything right up until the very end,” Thompson said. “That's why we won. It just came down to compete [level] tonight. I think obviously that team works extremely hard, and they're willing to get into a track meet. I think, for us, it was about making sure we were strong in the middle of the ice, letting them force stuff at our blue line and try to get our … [Read more...] about Thompson has 3 points, Sabres hold off Senators
Thompson records 3 points in 6-4 win over Senators
'“It was a great effort. Very pleased with the game itself overall, but emotions got high late. I thought our guys fought very hard for each other and that was awesome to see,” Granato said. “I thought the effort was outstanding by us and the determination for a win was there.”' … [Read more...] about Thompson records 3 points in 6-4 win over Senators
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Savoie ‘taking in the experience’ of being an Amerk (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday's Ottawa Coverage
Atlantic Division opponents meet when Ottawa hosts Buffalo (AP) Game Day 5: BUF vs OTT (OttawaSenators.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Ottawa Coverage
Observations: Sabres get the shots, but Canadiens leave town with the win
'But too many of the chances were from the outside of the ice. According to Natural Stat Trick, the Sabres had just four high danger chances all night in falling to 2-4.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres get the shots, but Canadiens leave town with the win
How Zach Benson has proved people wrong throughout his path to the Sabres
'No matter the level or league, Benson has shown throughout his young career that he can overcome youth and size through will, courage and talent. He succeeded as a 13-year-old bantam player at Yale Hockey Academy near Vancouver, produced 20 points while appearing in all 24 of the Ice’s games as an underage player in the bubble and made his NHL debut in KeyBank Center with the … [Read more...] about How Zach Benson has proved people wrong throughout his path to the Sabres
Sabres outplay Canadiens, still lose: ‘We controlled the play’
'In the last two games, the Sabres have pumped 80 shots on goal while sometimes dominating the opposition, but only scored four times.' … [Read more...] about Sabres outplay Canadiens, still lose: ‘We controlled the play’
Sabres notes: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will likely start against Senators
'After playing two consecutive games, Sabres goalie Eric Comrie will likely take a breather tonight in Ottawa, allowing Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to make his first start this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will likely start against Senators
“If you're not a good person, you're not welcome here anymore” - Kyle Okposo of the Sabers
'“Now, if you're not a good person, you're not welcome here anymore. As the leader of this team, I want to ensure that this is a primary value,” said the Sabers captain. “How you treat people is so important. No one is above anyone. It’s not because we have a status and we play hockey that we have to look down on people,” he added in the same breath.' … [Read more...] about “If you’re not a good person, you’re not welcome here anymore” – Kyle Okposo of the Sabers