'For the second time in as many games, Luukkonen gave his teammates a chance to overcome a litany of mistakes. The Sabres’ power play came through two days earlier in St. Louis to extend their win streak to three, but they didn’t take advantage this time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres failing to take advantage of UPL’s brilliant play: Takeaways from loss in Dallas
The Sabres Report - Jan 1, 2025
Jason Zucker proving to be Sabres' best free-agent forward signing in decades
'“He’s someone that I’ve looked up to for years and I still look up to him to this day,” said Sabres winger Alex Tuch, who was Zucker’s teammate in Minnesota for six games late in February 2017. “He’s always had that pro mentality, and he’s talked to these younger guys in here about who he’s learned from over the years. It’s one thing for a guy to see a teammate doing certain … [Read more...] about Jason Zucker proving to be Sabres’ best free-agent forward signing in decades
Wednesday's Dallas Coverage
Thanks to patient approach, Dallas Stars ring in 2025 on right track with Sabres takedown (Dallas Morning News) Heika’s Take: Stars “stick with it,” ring in New Year with exciting win over Sabres (DallasStars.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Dallas Coverage
Wilson: Is Dylan Cozens a good trade target for the Flames?
'Cozens’ contract is also substantial. He inked a seven-year, $7.1-million per year deal after his apparent breakout in 2022-23, a number his current level of play does nothing to justify. It’s a deal that will be seen as a millstone unless he can take a substantial step forward.' … [Read more...] about Wilson: Is Dylan Cozens a good trade target for the Flames?
Wyatt Johnston scores go-ahead goal midway through 3rd period as Stars beat Sabres 4-2
'Sabres: Luukkonen made multiple point-blank saves while stopping Dallas’ first 20 shots on goal. ... Tage Thompson assisted on Zucker’s goal and has points in four consecutive games (two goals, three assists). He has 10 points in his last eight games against Dallas (three goals, seven assists). ... Zucker has scored in three of the last four games.' … [Read more...] about Wyatt Johnston scores go-ahead goal midway through 3rd period as Stars beat Sabres 4-2
Sabres' win streak stalls in Dallas
'The Dallas Stars earned a 4-2 victory at the American Airlines Center, thanks, in part, to dominating puck possession and winning 73.5% of their faceoff draws against the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ win streak stalls in Dallas
Opinion: Sabres have their three-game winning streak broken in Dallas
'The biggest thing to me in this game is the Sabres couldn’t get much going offensively because the passing wasn’t good at all. They still hung in there on the road against a better team, because Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen was once again the best player on the ice.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres have their three-game winning streak broken in Dallas
Ruff feels puck management, timely scoring has helped Sabres' recent turnaround
'"First and foremost, puck management has gotten a lot better with our club, and we've got some timely scoring," said Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff during his weekly appearance on the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on WGR. "Our power play has started to click a little bit. It's been a number of things that when you're losing, you can find a lot of different ways to lose, and we did. Now … [Read more...] about Ruff feels puck management, timely scoring has helped Sabres’ recent turnaround
4-game streak remains out of Sabres’ reach
'Wyatt Johnson tipped in the go-ahead goal with 8:32 left in the third period to beat the Sabres, who came in having won three in a row after halting their 13-game skid.' … [Read more...] about 4-game streak remains out of Sabres’ reach
Robertson gets goal, 2 assists, Stars edge Sabres
'“I feel like those times when we get frustrated, we’re not playing on the same page, it plays against us. I think that’s what happens when we don’t get the offense we want,” Luukkonen said. “We didn’t get power plays. I think that was just a tiny bit off in our game today to find a push. A couple of saves from me too here or there, and it would have been an overtime game. But … [Read more...] about Robertson gets goal, 2 assists, Stars edge Sabres
Sabres fall to Stars despite strong performance from Luukkonen
'“He’s fantastic,” Sabres forward Beck Malenstyn said. “We obviously have all the trust in the world with him in there. This last stretch he’s been absolutely phenomenal for us, but I think with that we need to find it to make his job a little bit easier, too."' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Stars despite strong performance from Luukkonen
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks end 2024 with straight A’s on December report card (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Dec 31, 2024
Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin named NHL's second star of week
'Dahlin became the fifth defensemen in franchise history to record four assists in one game when he achieved the career-high in the 7-1 win over the Islanders that snapped the Sabres' 13-game winless streak. Bill Hajt (Nov. 13, 1976), Phil Housley (Dec. 23, 1989), Campbell (Oct. 13, 2007) and Toni Lydman (Feb. 27, 2008) previously accomplished the feat.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin named NHL’s second star of week
After long slump, confident Jack Quinn scoring again, helping Sabres win
'“When he has that confidence … he’s an unbelievable player,” Cozens said following Friday’s win in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about After long slump, confident Jack Quinn scoring again, helping Sabres win
Tuesday's Dallas Coverage
How to watch Dallas Stars Game vs. Buffalo Sabres (Dallas Morning News) Sabres take win streak into matchup against the Stars (AP) Game Day Guide: Stars vs Sabres (DallasStars.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Dallas Coverage