'While you could still have top prospects head to the stage for their photo moment to get their jersey and shake NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman’s hand (there’s no Roger Goodell hug), virtually everyone outside the first round would lose that moment and so would their families.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Dumping the convention-style draft is another terrible idea from a league full of them
The Sabres Report - Oct 22, 2023
Sabres deliver signature effort in win over Islanders: ‘Absolutely phenomenal’
'The aggressive Sabres thumped the Islanders before a noisy crowd of 16,179 fans in KeyBank Center, outshooting them 43-25.' … [Read more...] about Sabres deliver signature effort in win over Islanders: ‘Absolutely phenomenal’
Sunday's New York Coverage
Islanders stopped by Sabres in sloppiest game of young season (New York Post) Oliver Wahlstrom thrilled about return to Islanders lineup: ‘good to be back’ (New York Post) Islanders don't generate much offense in loss to Sabres (Newsday) Islanders full of praise for ex-teammate Kyle Okposo, now with Sabres (Newsday) 3 Takeaways: Isles Fall to Sabres 3-1 in Buffalo … [Read more...] about Sunday’s New York Coverage
Skinner, Samuelsson and Cozens score to lead the Sabres to a 3-1 victory over the Islanders
'Mattias Samuelsson and Dylan Cozens also scored for Buffalo, while Casey Mittelstadt had two assists. Eric Comrie made 24 saves in his first start of the season for the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Skinner, Samuelsson and Cozens score to lead the Sabres to a 3-1 victory over the Islanders
Sabres overpower Islanders for home win
'It took until nearly three minutes remaining in the second periofd for either side to score, but Buffalo was able to break through first. Jeff Skinner scored his second goal in the last three games to give the Sabres a 1-0 lead. Casey Mittlestadt made the pass that helped create the score, he received the lone assist.' … [Read more...] about Sabres overpower Islanders for home win
The Sabres played the game that they are capable of and beat the Islanders on Saturday
'The proof is on the ice. They’ve won two of five games and in both wins, they were excellent on defense. They gave up very few chances and converted good defense into speed and offensive chances.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres played the game that they are capable of and beat the Islanders on Saturday
Buffalo Sabres breaking free of a losing streak in 3-1 win over New York Islanders
'For the first time all season the Buffalo Sabres dressed in their black and red 'goathead' jerseys. Hoping the lucky threads could spark a victory.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres breaking free of a losing streak in 3-1 win over New York Islanders
Sabres sharpen up in retro threads, win 3-1 vs. Islanders
'Jeff Skinner, Mattias Samuelsson and Dylan Cozens scored goals, Casey Mittelstadt tallied two assists, Eric Comrie made 24 saves, and the Sabres looked rejuvenated in their first game this season sporting throwback jerseys, winning 3-1 against the New York Islanders on Saturday night at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sharpen up in retro threads, win 3-1 vs. Islanders
Return of the goathead: Sabres cruise past Islanders 3-1 in black and red.
'The loudest moment of the game came at 10:23 of the period, with Alex Tuch getting in a scrap with Adam Pelech, after which the KeyBank Center crowd gave a roaring applause. Tuch received an extra two minutes in the penalty box for roughing.' … [Read more...] about Return of the goathead: Sabres cruise past Islanders 3-1 in black and red.
Skinner has goal, assist in Sabres win against Islanders
'Casey Mittelstadt had two assists and Eric Comrie made 24 saves for the Sabres (2-3-0) in his first start of the season.' … [Read more...] about Skinner has goal, assist in Sabres win against Islanders
Comrie makes 24 saves in season debut to lead Sabres to victory
'“Our guys were just working as hard as they could,” he said. “It was just fun to be a part of that. … I can’t say it enough, I’m proud to be a part of this group.”' … [Read more...] about Comrie makes 24 saves in season debut to lead Sabres to victory
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks return home with split from Laval (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Oct 21, 2023
Sabres notebook: Don Granato overhauls lines ahead of rematch with Islanders
'Tage Thompson centered Dylan Cozens and Jordan Greenway; Casey Mittelstadt was between Alex Tuch and Jeff Skinner; Victor Olofsson is positioned to draw back into the lineup after skating with Tyson Jost and JJ Peterka; and Peyton Krebs moved back to center with Kyle Okposo and Zemgus Girgensons on his wings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Don Granato overhauls lines ahead of rematch with Islanders
Sabres change lines in midst of slow start, insist they won’t panic
'“I’m comfortable playing center and wing, so I’m not too worried about it,” Cozens said after the Sabres prepared for Saturday’s game against the New York Islanders at KeyBank Center. “I’m excited to go back there."' … [Read more...] about Sabres change lines in midst of slow start, insist they won’t panic
Saturday's New York Coverage
New York visits Buffalo after Nelson’s 2-goal game (AP) Game Preview: Islanders at Sabres (NewYorkIslanders.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s New York Coverage