'It became easy in the third period after Ruff shuffled the lines and the team started skating, hitting, winning battles and getting puck and bodies to the net. They worked hard as five-man units.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres come from behind for their sixth straight home win
The Sabres Report - Feb 26, 2025
Ruff: "We felt as a coaching staff that we needed to set some goals"
'"We felt as a coaching staff that we needed to set some goals. What would be a realistic goal, to try to claw our way out of the trench that we built for ourselves? We've played strong hockey here, the last 20-25, games, and we've won five out of six. Knowing that, we did look at where the last wild card team would probably end up in a range and felt we'd give the team goals … [Read more...] about Ruff: “We felt as a coaching staff that we needed to set some goals”
Jokiharju completes third-period comeback as Sabres edge Ducks 3-2
'JJ Peterka and Alex Tuch also scored and Dylan Cozens had three assists for Buffalo. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 16 saves for the Sabres, who have six of their last seven games.' … [Read more...] about Jokiharju completes third-period comeback as Sabres edge Ducks 3-2
Sabres rally in 3rd period to continue hot streak at home
'Booed on their way to the dressing room for the second intermission, the Sabres earned extended ovations by the middle of the third period Tuesday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally in 3rd period to continue hot streak at home
Sabres score 3 straight in 3rd period to rally past Ducks
'JJ Peterka, Alex Tuch and Henri Jokiharju scored, and Dylan Cozens had three assists for the Sabres (24-27-5), who are 6-1-0 in their past seven games. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 16 saves.' … [Read more...] about Sabres score 3 straight in 3rd period to rally past Ducks
Sabres analyst Ray broadcasts from top of arena after puck to face
'Rob Ray was taking no chances on Tuesday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres analyst Ray broadcasts from top of arena after puck to face
‘You just see the maturity’ | After frustrating start, Sabres mount furious comeback
'“We played a lot together in the past and had a lot of success in the past,” said Cozens. “We just know where we’re going to be. I know JJ’s going to be sitting there wanting the puck on the back door, so I don’t even have to look. I know he’s there wanting the goal. So it’s great playing with those two guys – I think we see the ice well together.”' … [Read more...] about ‘You just see the maturity’ | After frustrating start, Sabres mount furious comeback
The Sabres Report - Feb 25, 2025
Sabres look to keep rolling on offense as top players are piling up points
'“A lot of it is confidence,” said winger Tage Thompson, whose two goals pushed his season total to 28. “Goal scoring comes in waves, but I think we’ve been doing a better job getting to the net with simple pucks, not trying to look for too much. Sometimes, we pass up some shots to try to find that extra pass, extra play. Coming through the neutral zone, playing pucks behind … [Read more...] about Sabres look to keep rolling on offense as top players are piling up points
Red-hot Amerks goalie Devon Levi named AHL Player of the Week
'Goaltender Devon Levi was named the league's player of the week after posting back-to-back shutouts against Cleveland and Toronto.' … [Read more...] about Red-hot Amerks goalie Devon Levi named AHL Player of the Week
Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin on tear, quietly becoming one of NHL’s top offensive threats
'Dahlin enters Tuesday’s home contest against the Anaheim Ducks on a six-game point streak in which he has scored three goals and 12 points. It’s no coincidence the Sabres are 5-1-0 in those games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin on tear, quietly becoming one of NHL’s top offensive threats
Tuesday's Anaheim Coverage
Weary Ducks face Buffalo after back-to-back overtimes on the road (Orange County Register) Sabres play the Ducks following Dahlin’s 2-goal game (AP) Preview: Ducks Cap Northeast Road Trip Tonight in Buffalo (AnaheimDucks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Anaheim Coverage
Tuch, Zucker questionable for Tuesday against Ducks
'Tuch was pushed backwards into the wall on Saturday against the New York Rangers, and was forced to leave the game. As for Zucker, he blocked a shot, left the game to walk it off, and then returned and finished the contest.' … [Read more...] about Tuch, Zucker questionable for Tuesday against Ducks
Practice Report | Maintenance days for Tuch and Zucker
'They skated without forwards Alex Tuch and Jason Zucker, who sat for “maintenance” reasons but haven’t been ruled out for Tuesday’s game versus Anaheim, per Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. “We’ll probably gameday skate them to find out whether they can play or not,” Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Maintenance days for Tuch and Zucker
The Sabres Report - Feb 24, 2025
Mike Harrington: Sabres are still bought in, no matter what the standings say
'"All week in practice as you guys probably saw we were looking to get up and down the rink a lot," said Greenway, an absolute beast in his first game since mid-December. "Play quick. I think that's a big strength of our game. We said, 'Let's go out there, transition quick, get the puck going, don't let them set up. Just keep them on their heels the whole game, especially in … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres are still bought in, no matter what the standings say
Sabres’ Jordan Greenway has impact in return following surgery
'“I was excited today, all week, truthfully,” said Greenway, who missed 23 games after undergoing surgery to repair a mid-body injury. “Yeah, I was fired up, no other way to say it.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jordan Greenway has impact in return following surgery