'“It was a real team effort out there,” said Dahlin. “Good special teams and guys were stepping up when we needed. On the road, one point, it’s always important, and I’m happy we got it today.”' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin shows he’s ‘one of the best’ in Sabres’ physical shootout loss
The Sabres Report - Apr 13, 2025
Lance Lysowski: Alex Tuch's exceptional season merits praise, long-term contract
'Tuch ranks second on the Sabres in goals (34) and third in points (63) while his 19:19 average time on ice is the most among their forwards. He also has a plus-16 rating on a team that ranks 29th in goals allowed per game. His exceptional defense would merit Selke Trophy consideration if Buffalo were competing for a playoff spot.' … [Read more...] about Lance Lysowski: Alex Tuch’s exceptional season merits praise, long-term contract
Inside the NHL: Scouting the best bets for the major awards
'The Sabres are 27th in the NHL in paid attendance at 15,951 per game and that’s virtually identical to last year’s figure of 15,981. But what’s undoubtedly disconcerting to the team is the drop in the crowds over the last month.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Scouting the best bets for the major awards
Sunday's Florida Coverage
Panthers outlast Sabres in shootout, keep faint hopes alive of hosting a first-round playoff series (Miami Herald) Recap: Panthers 3, Sabres 2 (SO) (FloridaPanthers.com) Photo gallery (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Florida Coverage
Anton Lundell scores in shootout to lift Panthers to 3-2 win over Sabres
'Rasmus Dahlin and JJ Peterka had power-play goals for the Sabres. Peterka added an assist and extended his point streak to four games. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 32 shots.' … [Read more...] about Anton Lundell scores in shootout to lift Panthers to 3-2 win over Sabres
Whitehorse retailer stuck with Buffalo Sabres merch after trade sends Dylan Cozens to Ottawa
'"If anyone wants a good deal on Buffalo gear, we can definitely have a discussion," said Jason Gendron, general manager at Sports Experts, which sells professional sports merchandise.' … [Read more...] about Whitehorse retailer stuck with Buffalo Sabres merch after trade sends Dylan Cozens to Ottawa
Sabres battle late, fall in shootout at Florida
'A chippy contest went way of the opposition on Saturday night, as the Buffalo Sabres were defeated by the Florida Panthers, 3-2, in a shootout inside Amerant Bank Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres battle late, fall in shootout at Florida
Opinion: Luukkonen plays well, but Sabres lose in shootout
'Yes, it’s embarrassing to lose to a team that had their top four scorers, top defenseman and top goaltender out for various reasons, but Vanecek, who came in with a record of 1-3-1 as a Panther did it again. Both his wins with Florida have come against Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Luukkonen plays well, but Sabres lose in shootout
Panthers defeat Sabres in shootout, gain in Atlantic race
'“With what was going on out there tonight, I thought there was a lot of good stuff,” Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said. “A lot of good. There was a lot of good to jumping in there as far as it came to jumping in there and keeping the team tight.” … [Read more...] about Panthers defeat Sabres in shootout, gain in Atlantic race
"It's a brotherhood" | Tuch, Sabres show fight in SO loss to Panthers
'“It’s a brotherhood here,” Tuch said. “We’re family here and if one guy gets taken out, I know that there were four or five of us that, given the opportunity, would’ve went with a pretty tough customer. No one in here is labeled a fighter, but we’re ready and willing to step up as a team when needed to.”' … [Read more...] about “It’s a brotherhood” | Tuch, Sabres show fight in SO loss to Panthers
The Sabres Report - Apr 12, 2025
Thomas Vanek possessed special ability similar to Sabres star Tage Thompson’s
'“A guy that could tip the puck unbelievable, shoot the puck unbelievable, could stickhandle,” Ruff said of Vanek, who played his first eight seasons under him with the Sabres. “Thomas was a hell of a player, and I see some of that, for sure, (in) Tage. There’s some similarities there, where Thomas could rip it, Thomas could deke his way in, and there was goals that he scored … [Read more...] about Thomas Vanek possessed special ability similar to Sabres star Tage Thompson’s
Saturday's Florida Coverage
Florida takes on Buffalo in Atlantic Division play (AP) Preview: Barkov, Reinhart out as Panthers host Sabres (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Florida Coverage
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Photo gallery (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Primeau survives Amerks onslaught, Rochester drops 4-2 final to Rocket (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 11, 2025
Sabres 'unbelievably close' to extending win streak, but mistakes costly in 3-2 loss
‘ The mistakes made at the other end of the ice bothered coach Lindy Ruff more than the Sabres scoring only two goals on 41 shots.’ … [Read more...] about Sabres ‘unbelievably close’ to extending win streak, but mistakes costly in 3-2 loss
JJ Peterka's progress makes winger one of the Sabres' 'core, young guys'
'The mistakes still occur. Peterka is still making too many errors while the other team’s top players on the ice. There are times when he forces a pass instead of making a simple, safer play. Ruff has seen enough improvement, though, to have Peterka on the ice in almost every situation. His 18:15 of average ice time entering a game Thursday in Columbus ranked third among Sabres … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka’s progress makes winger one of the Sabres’ ‘core, young guys’