'Buffalo won its fourth-straight home game with Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch, Peyton Krebs, Tyson Kozak each securing a goal and assist. Mattias Samuelsson also scored, and backup James Reimer made 22 saves in winning his third consecutive start.' … [Read more...] about Kulich scores 2 in Sabres 7-3 win over Penguins. Crosby breaks Gretzky’s point-per-game seasons mark
The Sabres Report - Mar 28, 2025
Sabres win big over Penguins
'The Sabres coasted to a 7-3 victory over the Penguins Thursday night, spurred by a five goal second period. Jiri Kulich scored twice and James Reimer won his third straight start in net.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win big over Penguins
They win their third straight game 7-3 over Pittsburgh
'Buffalo has really improved their home record lately going 10-2-0 in their last 12 and 13-4-0 in their last 17. Since Jan. 28 the Sabres points percentage of .833 at home is fifth in the NHL. They’re fifth in goals for averaging 4.08 goals per game. Since Dec. 27, they’re 13-4-0 which is sixth in the league at .765. In this timeframe, they’re second in goals with 3.88 goals … [Read more...] about They win their third straight game 7-3 over Pittsburgh
Sabres pound Penguins for 3rd win in a row
'James Reimer, the starting goaltender in each of Buffalo’s past three victories, made 22 saves as the Sabres beat the Penguins for the first time this season and moved within three points with three games in hand of surpassing Pittsburgh and climbing out of last place in the Atlantic Division.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pound Penguins for 3rd win in a row
Sabres cruise to win against Penguins despite Crosby setting NHL record
'Jiri Kulich scored twice, and Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch, Peyton Krebs and Tyson Kozak each had a goal and an assist for the Sabres (30-35-6), who have won three straight games. James Reimer made 22 saves, and Bowen Byram and Rasmus Dahlin each had two assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres cruise to win against Penguins despite Crosby setting NHL record
Defensemen on full display as Sabres thump Penguins
'The blowout extended Buffalo’s winning streak to three games, and the Sabres are now 10-2 with 4.1 goals scored per game in their last 12 at home.' … [Read more...] about Defensemen on full display as Sabres thump Penguins
“Raise our personal standard” | Ruff and Adams outline path to Sabres’ improvement
'"If I had to do it over again, I may have shook something up by making a trade," he said. "I maybe should've shook something up by bringing a couple players up from Rochester. Maybe that would've been just something to change the dynamic of our group."' … [Read more...] about “Raise our personal standard” | Ruff and Adams outline path to Sabres’ improvement
The Sabres Report - Mar 27, 2025
With lineup weakened, Sabres look to Josh Dunne, Tyson Kozak and others
'On Wednesday, the Sabres canceled practice, presumably to give any ill or banged-up players a chance to rest before Thursday’s game against superstar Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about With lineup weakened, Sabres look to Josh Dunne, Tyson Kozak and others
Thursday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Sabres try to extend home win streak, take on the Penguins (AP) Game Preview: 03.27.25 at Buffalo Sabres (PittsburghPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
The Sabres Report - Mar 26, 2025
Lindy Ruff still committed to fixing Sabres after 600th win as coach: 5 takeaways
'James Reimer, the Sabres’ 37-year-old backup goalie, made 30 saves. Jacob Bernard-Docker, the defenseman who they acquired in the pre-deadline trade with Ottawa, scored his first goal with Buffalo. Jack Quinn, a 23-year-old winger benched two games earlier for missing a team meeting, buried a shot from the left circle and played one of his best games this season. The Sabres … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff still committed to fixing Sabres after 600th win as coach: 5 takeaways
Mike Harrington: Dylan Cozens is an answer for Ottawa, but Josh Norris remains a question for Sabres
'The optics obviously aren’t great here, especially given where these two teams are in the standings. Norris is actually a more expensive player than Cozens at a cap hit of $7.9 million, and I submit he’s a more well-round player, too. He can impact the Sabres’ special teams units more than Cozens could and you can easily pencil him in as a 25-goal man in this lineup if he’s … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Dylan Cozens is an answer for Ottawa, but Josh Norris remains a question for Sabres
Sabres sign Brown University forward Tyler Kopff to entry-level contract
'Kopff is a 6-foot-4, 215-pound left winger from New Jersey. He totaled nine goals with 28 points in 32 games at Brown this season, and he had six goals and 18 points in 30 games as a freshman. Kopff played in the British Columbia Hockey League before he chose the NCAA route.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Brown University forward Tyler Kopff to entry-level contract
Coach Lindy Ruff wins 600th game with Sabres, feels hope for future
'“You get under the hood and you get to look at it, you get to feel what you need to get the car running really good,” Ruff said. “I’m a guy that, from Day One, has always think I can fix everything. I haven’t been able to fix everything. This year has been a disappointment for me from Day One.”' … [Read more...] about Coach Lindy Ruff wins 600th game with Sabres, feels hope for future
Before trade to Senators, Dylan Cozens wanted to find solution with Sabres
'“It was sad but exciting at the same time,” Cozens said. “I was excited to join Ottawa but I was also sad to leave Buffalo. I had a lot of great experiences here. This is where I started my career. A lot of great friends, a lot of great memories here.”' … [Read more...] about Before trade to Senators, Dylan Cozens wanted to find solution with Sabres
Former Senators centre Josh Norris adjusting to life with Sabres
'“This is definitely a game that I wanted to be ready for and had it marked on the calendar,” Norris told reporters in Buffalo on Tuesday morning. “You can’t rush things like this. It’s a game I’d like to play in for sure, but I’ve got to be smart about it.”' … [Read more...] about Former Senators centre Josh Norris adjusting to life with Sabres