'What I think was really good for the Sabres was how they were there for each other. If a player made a mistake, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made a huge save. None better came in the third period when Owen Power fell down leading to a 2-on-0. Luukkonen read it perfectly coming across the crease to rob Vinni Lettieri. He also ended the second period with two huge saves on Cole Koepke … [Read more...] about Opinion: Buffalo usually has trouble scoring but netted seven goals vs Boston
The Sabres Report - Jan 29, 2025
Tage Thompson, JJ Peterka become 1st Sabres teammates in 17 seasons to record hat tricks in same game
'Each tallying four-point games with assists on one of the other’s goals, Thompson and Peterka became the first Sabres teammates with hat tricks in the same game since Derek Roy and Drew Stafford accomplished the feat in a 10-1 win over the Atlanta Thrashers on Jan. 18, 2008. They are the first tandem to do it in this NHL season.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson, JJ Peterka become 1st Sabres teammates in 17 seasons to record hat tricks in same game
Thompson, Peterka each has hat trick, assist for Sabres in win against Bruins
'Thompson got his 7th NHL hat trick, Peterka his first.' … [Read more...] about Thompson, Peterka each has hat trick, assist for Sabres in win against Bruins
Thompson, Peterka hat tricks highlight blowout of Bruins
'“We’ve been working more and more just to get more pucks to the net, and I think tonight was a good example of that,” said Peterka, whose four points also set a career high.' … [Read more...] about Thompson, Peterka hat tricks highlight blowout of Bruins
The Sabres Report - Jan 28, 2025
Sabres place fourth-line winger Nicolas Aube-Kubel on waivers
'Aube-Kubel has one goal, one assist and a minus-4 rating while averaging only 9:32 of ice time across 19 games with Buffalo. He was a healthy scratch in 11 of the last 13 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres place fourth-line winger Nicolas Aube-Kubel on waivers
A football fan's midseason guide to the Sabres: Welcome to a chaotic hockey season
'Hockey games in downtown Buffalo used to provide hope to the region when the Bills’ season ended, a second chance to possibly win a championship after their beloved football team fell short of the penultimate goal.' … [Read more...] about A football fan’s midseason guide to the Sabres: Welcome to a chaotic hockey season
In frustrating season, Sabres try to see growth, stay in good place
'Despite owning just 18 wins – only the hapless Chicago Blackhawks and San Jose Sharks have fewer this season – and an ugly minus-20 goal differential, the Sabres can be a pretty competitive team.' … [Read more...] about In frustrating season, Sabres try to see growth, stay in good place
Sabres’ Jordan Greenway feeling well, close to practicing again
'“He’s been doing good,” Ruff said following Monday’s practice. “He’s been skating. Again, skated this morning. I mean, this is just me, I haven’t talked to our medical guys, but with the reports I’ve been getting, I anticipate him getting back into practice in the near future for us. That’ll be the first step to getting closer to the lineup. So I think we’re closing in on … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jordan Greenway feeling well, close to practicing again
Sabres place Nicolas Aube-Kubel on waivers
'The Sabres signed Aube-Kubel to a one-year, $1.5 million contract July 1 as they overhauled their fourth line by adding grit and speed. But a knee injury he suffered in the season opener and ineffectiveness have limited him to just 19 games. Over the past few months, he has often been a healthy scratch.' … [Read more...] about Sabres place Nicolas Aube-Kubel on waivers
Tuesday's Boston Coverage
Boston visits Buffalo after Geekie’s 2-goal game (AP) Need to Know: Bruins vs. Sabres (BostonBruins.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Boston Coverage
Luukkonen trying to get back to where he was last season
'In his last six starts, Luukkonen has played a great game followed by an average or below average game. He sat on Jan. 20 in Seattle and he then sat again on Jan. 25 in Edmonton. Had he played it would’ve been on one days rest. Before that, he had played in 10-of-11 games and 12-of-14. Ruff said one thing went into the decision to sit him against the Oilers,' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen trying to get back to where he was last season
Practice Report | Finishing at 6-on-5
'“More pucks at the net," he said. "I think we’re looking for the best play. Some of our 6-on-5 goals have been getting the puck around the front of the net with people there and outnumbering them.”' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Finishing at 6-on-5
The Sabres Report - Jan 27, 2025
Sabres' Reported Pursuit Of Pettersson Trade A Solid Plan For The Struggling Squad
'By just about every metric, the Buffalo Sabres’ season has been a catastrophe. With a record of 18-26-5, they’re the worst team in the Eastern Conference and the third-worst team in the NHL. But despite the fact they’re almost assuredly not going to qualify for the Stanley Cup playoffs this year, there’s still an opportunity for the Sabres to drastically change their future – … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Reported Pursuit Of Pettersson Trade A Solid Plan For The Struggling Squad
The Sabres Report - Jan 26, 2025
Sabres wrap: Offense frustrated as loss in Edmonton wraps up road trip
'The Sabres had just five shots on goal in the first period but finished the game with a 41-34 advantage as they poured 17 shots at the Edmonton net in the second period and 19 more in the third -- when they outshot the Oilers, 19-7 but couldn't dent the net.' … [Read more...] about Sabres wrap: Offense frustrated as loss in Edmonton wraps up road trip
Inside the NHL: It's been a bumpy ride in Edmonton for Jeff Skinner in wake of Sabres' buyout
'The Sabres bought out Skinner during draft weekend in June in Las Vegas and it’s going to be painful for a while. He’s only costing them a shade over $1.4 million this year but the figure jumps to $4.4 million next season and $6.4 million in 2026-27 before dropping to $2.4 million for the final three seasons. He’s not off their cap until the 2030-31 season. It’s Cody Hodgson … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: It’s been a bumpy ride in Edmonton for Jeff Skinner in wake of Sabres’ buyout