'"I’m comfortable playing center and wing, so I’m not too worried about it," said Cozens following Friday's practice. "I’m excited to go back there and to play with Tage and 'Greenie', but when we get back into the defensive zone, it’s whoever is back plays center anyways. It’s not going to be too much different."' … [Read more...] about Granato makes some line changes, putting Cozens on wing
The Sabres Report - Oct 21, 2023
Devon Levi, Zach Benson day-to-day with injuries; Sabres shake up top lines
'The Sabres have two backup goaltenders, Eric Comrie and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonnen, rostered and available for Saturday night’s home game against the New York Islanders.' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi, Zach Benson day-to-day with injuries; Sabres shake up top lines
Levi, Benson considered day to day with lower-body injuries
'Levi has started all four of Buffalo’s games this season, including a 32-save performance against Calgary on Thursday. Benson has also appeared in all four games and has two assists after making the opening night roster on the strength of a productive preseason.' … [Read more...] about Levi, Benson considered day to day with lower-body injuries
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks drop rematch with Rocket (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Oct 20, 2023
Observations: 'Frustrating' loss for Sabres shows need for better team defense
'“Well, I think we’re going to be able to score goals like that most of the year, but until we have a commitment to team defense, we won’t accomplish much,” Johnson, who signed a one-year contract with Buffalo in July, said. “We’re tied 2-2 with a minute left in the second, we give up a breakaway, we give up man odd-man rush and then we give up a 4-on-2 two minutes into the … [Read more...] about Observations: ‘Frustrating’ loss for Sabres shows need for better team defense
Mike Harrington: WNYer Dennis Gilbert keeps the push on for regular spot on Calgary defense
'With South Buffalo’s Patrick Kane still a free agent after hip surgery and several other local products in the AHL, Gilbert and Winnipeg forward Alex Iafallo are the only players groomed in Buffalo currently in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: WNYer Dennis Gilbert keeps the push on for regular spot on Calgary defense
Sabres' Devon Levi a brand ambassador for VR training platform, Sense Arena
'The VR platform is a tool used by Levi between practices and games. He’d pull on the headset in his dorm room or locker room, then grab his blocker, glove and stick to face a variety of shots from virtual shooters. According to Sense Arena, which was introduced in 2018, its various modules are designed to enhance read-and-react skills and cognitive performance for skaters and … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Devon Levi a brand ambassador for VR training platform, Sense Arena
Sabres keep rallying, fall short in sloppy loss to Flames: ‘Wanted an easier game’
'“We won’t win in the long run like that, and that takes a five-man commitment on the ice to do it right,” said Johnson, who scored the Sabres’ first goal. “Sometimes that comes with going through those lumps and sometimes in order to have success you’ve got to learn those mistakes."' … [Read more...] about Sabres keep rallying, fall short in sloppy loss to Flames: ‘Wanted an easier game’
Sabres bring back former goalie Craig Anderson as ‘hockey liaison’
'Anderson’s affable personality and professionalism made him a beloved teammate. He played a critical role in the Sabres’ maturation over his final two seasons, helping the league’s youngest team through a rebuilding phase.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring back former goalie Craig Anderson as ‘hockey liaison’
Friday's Calgary Coverage
Flames use team effort to defeat Sabres in Buffalo (Calgary Sun) Snapshots: Flames show resilience in win over Sabres (Calgary Sun) Perseverance Pays Off (CalgaryFlames.com) Say What - 'Saw A Lot of Character' (CalgaryFlames.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Calgary Coverage
Adam Ruzicka scores the go-ahead goal for the Flames, who beat the sloppy Sabres 4-3
'Turnovers were an issue.' … [Read more...] about Adam Ruzicka scores the go-ahead goal for the Flames, who beat the sloppy Sabres 4-3
Sabres hire ex-NHL goalie Craig Anderson as liaison
'Anderson, who played his last game with the Sabres in April after 20 seasons in the NHL, has been hired as a "hockey liaison" by the organization. The part-time role doesn't make him a coach or an executive. According to the Sabres, Anderson will be "a trusted voice in the Sabres' locker room, providing insight, guidance, and support" to the players and coaching staff.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire ex-NHL goalie Craig Anderson as liaison
Sabres held in check by Calgary
'Calgary was able to score just over a minute into the game and never trailed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres held in check by Calgary
Johnson knows exactly what it's going to take for this team to win games
'“We’re tied 2-2 with a minute left in the second and we give up a breakaway and an odd man rush. Then we give up a 4-on-2 two minutes into the third, so we won’t win in the long run because that takes a five man commitment on the ice to do it right and I think sometimes, that comes with going through those lumps because sometimes to have success, you’ve got to learn those … [Read more...] about Johnson knows exactly what it’s going to take for this team to win games
Adams excited at what the team has seen from Devon Levi
'One of the other exciting young talents on the team is goaltender Devon Levi, who has started the Sabres first three games of the season, and Adams had this to say on the future and present for Levi. “I’m excited about Devon(Levi), where he’s at right now and obviously where we think he can continue to grow and get to.”' … [Read more...] about Adams excited at what the team has seen from Devon Levi