'The Sabres stormed out of the gate with five first-period goals to chase Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin and went on to post their highest-scoring game of the season in an 8-2 victory in front of a sellout crowd at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about ‘Continue to build’ | Sabres return from break with emphatic 8-goal performance vs. Rangers
The Sabres Report - Feb 23, 2025
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks outlast Marlies in 1-0 shootout win (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Feb 22, 2025
Dylan Cozens determined to score again for Sabres as 'noise' of trade rumors continues
'But the past two years in Buffalo have tested Cozens’ resolve and challenged him to find the scoring touch that he has shown everywhere he’s been. The confidence, speed and tenacity that he has shown everywhere else have wavered in the NHL as he’s tried to become an elite goal scorer and defender. The center has successfully fine-tuned certain aspects of his performance. He … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens determined to score again for Sabres as ‘noise’ of trade rumors continues
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, Tage Thompson can use 4 Nations for extra Olympic motivation
'“That’s a big goal of mine is to make that team,” Thompson said. “I think being there and watching it, just feeling the emotion and energy in the building just makes you want to be on that team even more."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, Tage Thompson can use 4 Nations for extra Olympic motivation
Saturday's New York Coverage
New York visits Buffalo after Cuylle’s 2-goal game (AP) Rangers at Sabres: Pregame Notes (NYRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s New York Coverage
Dahlin is still pretty upset that Sweden wasn't better in 4 Nations Face-Off
'Dahlin played very well, but he wasn’t happy with the way Team Sweden played going 1-0-2. Dahlin felt as a team, Sweden underachieved and you could tell it was still weighing on him when he spoke on Friday,. “It was fun, I’m not happy with the result, but it was cool to hang out with really good players."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin is still pretty upset that Sweden wasn’t better in 4 Nations Face-Off
Practice Report | Dahlin, Jokiharju return as Sabres resume play at full strength
'Along with the returning 4 Nations players, the Sabres have no injuries to report coming out of the two-week break. Forwards Beck Malenstyn and Jordan Greenway and defenseman Mattias Samuelsson – all of whom had missed varying amounts of time going into the break – were full participants in practice and are expected to be available on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Dahlin, Jokiharju return as Sabres resume play at full strength
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks erupt for five power-play goals in win over Belleville (Amerks.com) Belleville Sens stunned by Amerks power play in loss at Rochester (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Feb 21, 2025
Mike Harrington: Alex Tuch's commitment to Sabres has not wavered. Will they commit to him?
'But what about Alex Tuch? The 28-year-old winger is having an excellent campaign with 19 goals, 24 assists and a team-best plus-15 rating. He’s signed through next season at a very reasonable $4.75 million but only has a modified no-trade clause that allows him to nix a deal to five teams.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Alex Tuch’s commitment to Sabres has not wavered. Will they commit to him?
Sabres Notebook: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen finds value in 4 Nations even though he didn't play
'"I always say I feel like you can learn something from every goalie and they’re both really good goalies," Luukkonen said after the Sabres practiced for more than hour in KeyBank Center. "I think there’s lots to learn from them and how they play and how they practice. So overall, it was good to spend some time with them. Unfortunately, I didn’t get any playing time but in the … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen finds value in 4 Nations even though he didn’t play
The Sabres Report - Feb 20, 2025
Sabres need JJ Peterka to build on his impressive performances
'Peterka’s 23 points over the past 24 games are only one behind Tage Thompson for the most on the Sabres during that span. After enduring a difficult stretch of games, Peterka has emerged as one of their most consistent difference-makers. His 15 goals are 13 fewer than the career-best mark that he set last season, but his 41 points have him on pace to surpass his output from … [Read more...] about Sabres need JJ Peterka to build on his impressive performances
Sabres' Tage Thompson invited to 4 Nations Face-Off final as injury insurance
'Thompson and Pesce will only be eligible to play if the Americans have another player suffer an injury or get struck by illness. The pair is not even allowed to dress and take the morning skate unless that situation arises. The Sabres are not practicing Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson invited to 4 Nations Face-Off final as injury insurance
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen rejoins Sabres early; Tage Thompson added to Team USA at 4 Nations
'Luukkonen, 25, served as Team Finland’s third goalie, watching games from the press box as Jusse Saros and Kevin Lankinen handled the netminding duties.' … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen rejoins Sabres early; Tage Thompson added to Team USA at 4 Nations
Luukkonen enjoyed Finland at 4 Nations Face-Off
'“Of course it was unfortunate not to play, I feel like everyone wanted to play but, in the end it was a great experience and I was honored to be part of that team and to represent your nation again.”' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen enjoyed Finland at 4 Nations Face-Off
Ruff: "I think that it has really added to this tournament, the physical flare"
'"It really is incredible how dialed in they will get. You're taking all the best players that are used to playing all the top ice time and all the top positions and power play guys become penalty killing guys, and it's not about the individual anymore. It's just about playing for your country, and for that moment in time, that couple weeks, you've got to give the players a lot … [Read more...] about Ruff: “I think that it has really added to this tournament, the physical flare”