'Josh Doan led the way with two goals, while Alex Tuch earned four assists in the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres score nine in big win over Blackhawks
The Sabres Report - Nov 22, 2025
Sabres get the response they wanted pasting Chicago
'Friday morning Lindy Ruff said his team just didn’t work hard and didn’t battle on Wednesday, but he got exactly what he asked for on Friday. Everybody was hard on pucks, was getting to the battle first and not only getting there, but winning it.' … [Read more...] about Sabres get the response they wanted pasting Chicago
Opinion: Sabres 'Last 5': Season slipping fast
'After falling short of their goals in three of the four sets so far this year, Buffalo finds themselves needing to go on a seven or eight game win streak to get back on pace. A tall task for a team that can’t seem to handle not getting on their high horse after winning just two straight. Falling short in the next set could (and should) mean jobs could be lost, players could be … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres ‘Last 5’: Season slipping fast
Sabres score 9, cruise to victory against Blackhawks
'“I thought we got to our forecheck right away. We were hounding pucks all night,” Tuch said. “We were playing quick in the neutral zone and then, defensively, I don’t think we gave them too much. Once you get multiple lines getting some good scoring opportunities and cashing in on some goals there, it’s really easy to roll them over and have everyone playing and playing … [Read more...] about Sabres score 9, cruise to victory against Blackhawks
Sabres ‘keep the foot on the gas’ in 9-3 thumping of Blackhawks
'“We weren’t happy with our game (versus Calgary), it’s pretty obvious,” Tage Thompson said. “I thought we had a great response. We just outworked them, honestly. They’re coming in off a back to back; we made it a tough game for them all night. I thought we won puck battles, strong on pucks, and we got to the net."' … [Read more...] about Sabres ‘keep the foot on the gas’ in 9-3 thumping of Blackhawks
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks host annual 'Hockey Fights Cancer' night (WHAM-TV) Amerks unable to hold lead in 5-4 loss to Islanders (Amerks.com) Terry and Islanders Stun Americans with Comeback Victory in 5-4 win (BridgeportIslanders.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 21, 2025
As Sabres get healthier, difficult roster decisions, even trade, could be made
'The Sabres, who host the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday at KeyBank Center, sorely need Zucker. Their oldest and most experienced player has missed the last eight games battling an illness. They’re just 2-5-1 during that stretch.' … [Read more...] about As Sabres get healthier, difficult roster decisions, even trade, could be made
Friday's Chicago Coverage
Chicago brings road win streak into game against Buffalo (AP) Preview: Chicago Travels to Buffalo for Friday Night Matchup (Blackhawks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Chicago Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 20, 2025
Mike Harrington: Stinker vs. lowly Flames yet another example of Sabres' longstanding immaturity
'Say this for the current edition of the Buffalo Sabres: This is one of the most confusing groups we've had the misfortune of watching. Injuries or not, there's zero excuse for this club to be 7-9-4 and at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. Both because of the makeup of the roster and some of the performances we've actually seen this season.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Stinker vs. lowly Flames yet another example of Sabres’ longstanding immaturity
Sabres notebook: Zach Benson has his say as return to the lineup looms
'"It's obviously a blast, good to get back out there. So it was fun," Benson said, failing to suppress his laughter as the room exploded when he dropped "blast." "It's just day to day. We'll see how it goes. Felt pretty good today."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Zach Benson has his say as return to the lineup looms
Sabres fall apart late in loss to Flames: ‘Some of the guys wanted it easy’
'“We didn’t control things that were within our control tonight, and that’s puck battles and intensity,” said Sabres center Tage Thompson, whose one-timer from the point tied the game in the second period and extended his goal streak to four contests. “I just think we went into every one-on-one battle just casual, just soft.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall apart late in loss to Flames: ‘Some of the guys wanted it easy’
Sabres notes: Zach Benson happy to be back after injury; Jason Zucker can play Friday following illness
'Two injuries – a seemingly innocent cut that forced him to be hospitalized the day before the season opener and a lower-body ailment – have kept him out of 12 of the Sabres’ first 20 games, including the last nine after a puck hit his foot.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Zach Benson happy to be back after injury; Jason Zucker can play Friday following illness
Thursday's Calgary Coverage
Three takeaways from Flames’ offensive outburst (and intriguing intermission interview) in Buffalo (Calgary Sun) Flames Takeaways: Offensive explosion leads to win over Sabres (Sportsnet) Sabre-Rattling! (CalgaryFlames.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Calgary Coverage
Morgan Frost breaks 3rd-period tie, NHL-worst Flames beat Sabres 6-2
'Mattias Samuelsson and Tage Thompson scored in the second period for Buffalo to tie it at 2. Ellis stopped 29 shots in his first career loss. He won his first three decisions, all this season.' … [Read more...] about Morgan Frost breaks 3rd-period tie, NHL-worst Flames beat Sabres 6-2
Third period dooms Sabres in loss to Calgary
'The Flames were able to score just over two minutes into the third period to re-establish their lead over Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Third period dooms Sabres in loss to Calgary