'“I thought we deferred to some cute plays tonight, especially, even late in the third period,” Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said. “We're right in the slot and we passed off some plays. But we handed them two goals at the same time. I mean, we gave them a 2-on-0. We gave them a penalty shot. They didn't give us those opportunities.”' … [Read more...] about Connor extends goal streak to 4, Jets defeat Sabres
The Sabres Report - Dec 6, 2025
Sabres demand more from themselves after loss to Jets
'“When you’re not feeling it on offense, you’ve got to work harder,” said Jason Zucker, who scored the Sabres’ only goal. “You’ve got to get around the net. You’ve got to get pucks there. You’ve got to be willing to go to the dirty areas and be willing to just fight for one to go off your ass, go off something, get in the net. And I don’t think we have enough of that.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres demand more from themselves after loss to Jets
McKee, former Sabres defenseman, mentoring goalie prospect Leenders
'“I think the biggest thing and my biggest compliment so far is just my work ethic day in and day out, how much I put into hockey and into the sport. I obviously can do more every single day, and I try to get better at that, but my work ethic is something that I pride myself on.”' … [Read more...] about McKee, former Sabres defenseman, mentoring goalie prospect Leenders
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks use four-goal third period to double up Checkers (Amerks.com) Checkers' Comeback Attempt Falls Short Against Rochester (CharlotteCheckers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Dec 5, 2025
Sabres notebook: Rasmus Dahlin avoids suspension on hit vs. Flyers
'The ruling is big for the Sabres because they are 0-10-2 without Dahlin in the lineup the last two seasons. They went 0-3 last month when he missed three games to tend to his fiancee in Sweden in the wake of her summer heart transplant.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Rasmus Dahlin avoids suspension on hit vs. Flyers
After strong stint in Buffalo, Isak Rosen scoring in Rochester, ready for another recall to Sabres
'Right now, having recently returned from his most successful stint with the Sabres, he’s oozing confidence. Roster space, not his play, pushed the Swede back to the Amerks late last month when the Sabres activated winger Zach Benson from injured reserve.' … [Read more...] about After strong stint in Buffalo, Isak Rosen scoring in Rochester, ready for another recall to Sabres
Friday's Winnipeg Coverage
Winnipeg plays Buffalo in a non-conference matchup (AP) Gameday: Sabres at Jets (WinnipegJets.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Winnipeg Coverage
The Sabres Report - Dec 4, 2025
Analysis: Trouble for top players, Lindy's rough challenge doom Sabres in dud of a road show opener
'In a 5-2 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers that opened the season's longest road trip, the Sabres' marquee players weren't good enough. Not even close. That should be your biggest takeaway.' … [Read more...] about Analysis: Trouble for top players, Lindy’s rough challenge doom Sabres in dud of a road show opener
Road trips the size of this Sabres jaunt can make or break a season
'There have been longer "road trips" in franchise history, although they have been broken up by returns home between games or a longer stretch of off days like an All-Star break. But in terms of consecutive games away from home, this one is the topper for quite a while.' … [Read more...] about Road trips the size of this Sabres jaunt can make or break a season
Sabres prospect Radim Mrtka named to Czechia's World Junior Championship team
'The Sabres selected Mrtka at No. 9 in June, and Mrkta had one goal and one assist in four preseason games with the Sabres. Mrtka opened the regular season with Rochester of the American Hockey League, and played in four games with the Amerks before he was returned to Seattle on Oct. 24.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Radim Mrtka named to Czechia’s World Junior Championship team
Sabres’ Bowen Byram scoring goals by playing aggressive style
'Byram, 24, has already scored five times in 26 games this season entering tonight’s road contest against the Philadelphia Flyers, a 16-goal pace over a full campaign.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Bowen Byram scoring goals by playing aggressive style
Thursday's Philadelphia Coverage
Five Flyers score, including 3 goals in 59 seconds, in 5-2 win vs. the Buffalo Sabres (Philadelphia Inquirer) Trevor Zegras has fit in seamlessly and is exceeding expectations with the Flyers. What will it cost to keep him long-term? (Philadelphia Inquirer) Photo gallery (Philadelphia Inquirer) Flyers answer test, reel off three goals in 59 seconds to cruise past Sabres (NBC … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Konecny, Cates, Brink each have goal and assist as Flyers beat Sabres 5-2 for 4th win in 5 games
'Jason Zucker and Bowen Byram scored for the Sabres, and Colten Ellis finished with 30 saves. Buffalo snapped a two-game win streak and lost for the fourth time in 10 games.' … [Read more...] about Konecny, Cates, Brink each have goal and assist as Flyers beat Sabres 5-2 for 4th win in 5 games
Another poor road effort sinks Sabres in Philadelphia
'Winners of two-straight games coming in, a six-game road trip kicked off tonight with another porous display of defense and passive shooting moments as the Philadelphia Flyers took care of business on home ice inside Xfinity Mobile Arena.' … [Read more...] about Another poor road effort sinks Sabres in Philadelphia
Sabres best players wilted in 5-2 loss in Philadelphia
'The Buffalo Sabres still haven’t won three straight games as they were pretty much run out of the building on Wednesday by the Philadelphia Flyers 5-2.' … [Read more...] about Sabres best players wilted in 5-2 loss in Philadelphia