'And maybe it will pay off in a couple years. There’s real talent on the roster and there are areas where the group has shown improvement. They’re middle of the pack in goals scored this season, averaging 3.04 per game, but defensively they’re one of the league’s worst teams, with only four clubs allowing more than the 3.40 goals per game they’re shipping opponents.' … [Read more...] about As Flames rebuild debate rages on, Sabres remain a reminder of the pitfalls
The Sabres Report - Jan 23, 2025
Thursday's Calgary Coverage
As Flames rebuild debate rages on, Sabres remain a reminder of the pitfalls (Calgary Sun) Game Day: Flames pit-stop at home to face Sabres (Calgary Sun) Flames play the Sabres in a non-conference matchup (AP) 5 Things - Flames vs. Sabres (CalgaryFlames.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Calgary Coverage
Trade rumours? Bowen Byram knows they're out there but his focus is on 'doing my job'
'“It’s part of the job for you guys, right? It’s not a big deal,” Byram, 23, said rather matter of factly of the rumour mill after the morning skate on Tuesday. “You always end up hearing stuff. At the end of the day, I’m just trying to do my job here. That’s what I can control."' … [Read more...] about Trade rumours? Bowen Byram knows they’re out there but his focus is on ‘doing my job’
As Cozens' Pedestrian Play With The Buffalo Sabres Continues, Kulich Seizes His Moment
'So even though the Sabres are currently shorthanded up front with Ryan McLeod, Jordan Greenway and Jason Zucker all on the sidelines, and even though Buffalo had lost three of its last four games heading into Tuesday night's clash against the Canucks in Vancouver, Lindy Ruff elected to start 20-year-old Jiri Kulich in the top-line center role, between Tage Thompson and J.J. … [Read more...] about As Cozens’ Pedestrian Play With The Buffalo Sabres Continues, Kulich Seizes His Moment
Ruff: Thompson playing with more freedom on wing
'"I really believe that he's getting more opportunities, he's getting more shots, freed up to skate more," Ruff said. "An injury kind of pushed him out there, but he was averaging less than two shots a game."' … [Read more...] about Ruff: Thompson playing with more freedom on wing
The Sabres Report - Jan 22, 2025
Sabres wrap: JJ Peterka sets up tying goal, gets game-winner in rally past Canucks
'The Sabres took the practice message to heart with a strong first period that saw them win numerous puck battles at open ice and along the walls. They took a 1-0 lead on Tage Thompson's snapshot at 17:34, scoring first for an NHL-high 30th time in 47 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres wrap: JJ Peterka sets up tying goal, gets game-winner in rally past Canucks
Sabres send goalie Devon Levi back to Rochester, recall prospect
'Levi played in Monday afternoon’s 6-4 road loss to the Seattle Kraken, allowing five goals and making 28 saves.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send goalie Devon Levi back to Rochester, recall prospect
Wednesday's Vancouver Coverage
Sabres 3, Canucks 2: Third-period fade 'just a microcosm of our season' — Rick Tocchet (Vancouver Province) Canucks continue to fall short at pivotal moments: 'Not good enough' (Sportsnet) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Vancouver Coverage
Kulich puts up three points, Buffalo Sabres come back to top Vancouver Canucks 3-2
'J.J. Peterka also scored and contributed a helper for the Sabres (18-24-5), while Tage Thompson buried his team-leading 21st of the season. Rasmus Dahlin registered two assists.' … [Read more...] about Kulich puts up three points, Buffalo Sabres come back to top Vancouver Canucks 3-2
Sabres outlast Canucks in Vancouver
'The Buffalo Sabres got back in the win column on Tuesday evening. After another tough matchup with the Seattle Kraken Monday, the blue and gold rebounded with a promising 3-2 win in Vancouver over the Canucks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres outlast Canucks in Vancouver
Opinion: Kulich leads the Sabres to a win in Vancouver
'Lindy Ruff was so upset with what he saw in Monday’s loss in Seattle, he made everybody take Tuesday’s morning skate and used it as a practice, not a game day skate.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Kulich leads the Sabres to a win in Vancouver
Jiri Kulich rallies Sabres to victory in Vancouver
'The 20-year-old Kulich, who returned to Buffalo’s lineup for this road trip after missing four games with a lower-body injury, also assisted on Tage Thompson’s 21st of the season that put the Sabres ahead in the first period. And Kulich won a crucial faceoff in the defensive zone to help the Sabres preserve their lead in the last minute.' … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich rallies Sabres to victory in Vancouver
Kulich has goal, 2 assists for Sabres in comeback win against Canucks
'Kulich tied it 2-2 at 8:42 of the third period from the top of the crease, shoveling a shot under Demko’s blocker after a pass from Peterka below the goal line. Peterka then put the Sabres ahead 3-2 at 13:33 with a one-timer from the left hash mark off a centering a pass from Dahlin after Kulich won an offensive-zone face-off.' … [Read more...] about Kulich has goal, 2 assists for Sabres in comeback win against Canucks
Kulich's 3-point night leads Sabres to comeback win over Canucks
'“Sure enough, he got one,” said Thompson, whose passes had set up high-danger looks for Kulich in the last two games. “I think any time he finds the soft spots, he’s pretty dangerous, so just try and look for him and hopefully he’ll return the favor.”' … [Read more...] about Kulich’s 3-point night leads Sabres to comeback win over Canucks
The Sabres Report - Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday's Vancouver Coverage
Canucks take on the Sabres following Hughes’ 2-goal performance (AP) Tuesday’s Tilt Against Expansion Cousin Sabres Concludes Canucks’ Three-Game Homestand (Canucks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Vancouver Coverage