'“We’re focusing on doing the right things night after night and just playing the game that we can replicate and I think that’s been good for us," Sabres veteran forward Jason Zucker said. "Still got a lot of work to do obviously but I think it's definitely moving in the right direction and we just got to keep working on it. Keep working on the small details, and if we do that, … [Read more...] about Sabres win 4 straight games for first time in over 2 years
The Sabres Report - Feb 6, 2025
Practice Report | Wilford breaks down defensemen’s rush play
'Sabres defensemen have combined for 23 points (2+21) in this seven-game span and rank sixth in the NHL with 123 points this season. Among the league leaders in even-strength points by defensemen, Power (27) is tied for for sixth, while Dahlin and Bowen Byram (25 each) are tied for ninth.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Wilford breaks down defensemen’s rush play
The Sabres Report - Feb 5, 2025
Sabres' team meeting needs to be first step toward ensuring inaction doesn't happen again
'Ruff wouldn’t disclose whether general manager Kevyn Adams was in the room when team leaders discussed the lack of reaction when New Jersey Devils winger Stefan Noesen hit Thompson in the head during the third period of the Sabres’ 4-3 win Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ team meeting needs to be first step toward ensuring inaction doesn’t happen again
Mike Harrington: Maybe it was bizarre, but at least Dennis Gilbert stuck up for the Sabres' logo
'The whole thing seemed pointless. All it did was raise more questions. The biggest: If the Sabres were going to put Gilbert on the ice for some staged pugilism on Tuesday after getting shredded as a bunch of cowardly lions, why didn't Ruff do it over the last 15 minutes on Sunday -- against the team that actually took Thompson out?' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Maybe it was bizarre, but at least Dennis Gilbert stuck up for the Sabres’ logo
Dennis Gilbert fights, creates goal as Sabres beat Blue Jackets
'“It was a message that he wanted to send, that what happened last game is not gonna happen again,” said Tuch, who scored two goals. “Doesn’t even matter. He’s a team-first guy, he’ll do anything for the guys and everyone in here knows it. To be able to do that, I mean, that’s tough. It’s not easy. And a lot of respect.”' … [Read more...] about Dennis Gilbert fights, creates goal as Sabres beat Blue Jackets
After weak response to illegal hit on Tage Thompson, Sabres hold meeting: ‘Won’t happen again’
'“It was dealt with yesterday. Everything,” Sabres winger Alex Tuch said prior to Tuesday’s 3-2 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets in KeyBank Center. “Now we’re going to move on and focus on the positives of having three wins in a row.”' … [Read more...] about After weak response to illegal hit on Tage Thompson, Sabres hold meeting: ‘Won’t happen again’
Wednesday's Columbus Coverage
Injury riddled Columbus Blue Jackets split road trip after 3-2 loss to Buffalo Sabres (Columbus Dispatch) Two straight losses for Columbus Blue Jackets despite impressive effort: 4 takeaways (Columbus Dispatch) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Columbus Coverage
Tuch scores 2 and Sabres beat Blue Jackets 3-2 to enjoy 1st 4-game winning streak in 2 years
'Bowen Byram had a goal and an assist, and James Reimer stopped 28 shots to get his second win of the season and snap a five-game skid (0-4-1). Buffalo had not won four straight since a five-game run spanning Jan. 19-26, 2023.' … [Read more...] about Tuch scores 2 and Sabres beat Blue Jackets 3-2 to enjoy 1st 4-game winning streak in 2 years
Sabres win streak up to four with victory over Columbus
'Several players had multi-point performances for the Buffalo Sabres to help lead the team to a 3-2 victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win streak up to four with victory over Columbus
Opinion: Reimer fills in for Luukkonen as the Sabres get their first four-game winning streak in two years
'The Sabres have had seven decent games in a row starting in Vancouver with a win over the Canucks. They have won five of those games, but unfortunately for them, they are in such a deep hole, it’s not mattering in the standings.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Reimer fills in for Luukkonen as the Sabres get their first four-game winning streak in two years
Sabres win 4 straight for first time in 2 seasons
'Jason Zucker tallied two assists, and Rasmus Dahlin got his 40th point of the season when Tuch tipped the captain’s shot from the point for a 3-1 lead with 1:04 left in the second period. Gilbert assisted on Tuch’s tiebreaking goal and the Buffalonian set the tone for the night when he fought Columbus enforcer Mathieu Olivier at the drop of the puck in a delayed response to … [Read more...] about Sabres win 4 straight for first time in 2 seasons
Tuch sparks Sabres past Blue Jackets for 4th straight win
'“I think it’s just a commitment to details,” Tuch said. “It’s being sure of ourselves. I think early in the year, we weren’t sure of ourselves. We were second-guessing plays and not sure. Once teams start getting a few come-from-behind wins on you, that’s when the doubt starts creeping in your mind. Being able to do this a couple of nights in a row here, I think it’s really … [Read more...] about Tuch sparks Sabres past Blue Jackets for 4th straight win
'Good, all-around effort' extends Sabres' win streak to 4
'In the back half of the period, a pair of Alex Tuch goals – his 17th and 18th of the season – gave Buffalo a 3-1 lead. On the first, Dennis Gilbert’s slap pass from the point found Tuch’s tape in the slot for a perfect redirection. The second, another Tuch tip, got Rasmus Dahlin’s shot in behind Merzlikins.' … [Read more...] about ‘Good, all-around effort’ extends Sabres’ win streak to 4
The Sabres Report - Feb 4, 2025
Mike Harrington: A canceled practice later, Sabres' lack of response remains hard to fathom
'In fact, it’s likely the Sabres were downtown as scheduled for their morning meeting and film review. And that they probably spent a good deal of time talking about the lack of reaction to the Tage Thompson-Stefan Noesen situation.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: A canceled practice later, Sabres’ lack of response remains hard to fathom
Sabres call up Isak Rosen from All-Star season in Rochester
Rosen has 23 goals and 39 points in 40 games this season for Rochester, including nine goals in his last seven games. He is second in the AHL in goals and ninth in points but only six back of the leader − Williamsville native Andrew Poturalski of San Jose (18-27-45). … [Read more...] about Sabres call up Isak Rosen from All-Star season in Rochester