'In three games played this past week, Thompson led the NHL with four goals and four assists for eight points. He was also plus-9.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson named NHL’s ‘Second Star’ of the Week
The Sabres Report - Feb 4, 2025
Tage Thompson named NHL's 2nd Star of the Week
'In a 3-0-0 week for the Sabres, Thompson recorded eight points (4+4) with a plus-nine rating, both of which led the NHL. Eight points are his – and any Buffalo skater’s – most in a three-game span since December of 2022.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson named NHL’s 2nd Star of the Week
The Sabres Report - Feb 3, 2025
Tage Thompson 'good' after blindside hit that could have overshadowed Sabres' 4-3 win
'Ruff didn’t want the Sabres to take a reckless, irresponsible penalty. He wanted the win. And, though fans were irate to see no one retaliate before Stefan Noesen was kicked out of the game, Ruff passionately defended his players after they got their revenge with a 4-3 win over the Devils.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson ‘good’ after blindside hit that could have overshadowed Sabres’ 4-3 win
Mike Harrington: Sabres say the scoreboard is the response. Not this time.
'You’re not expecting Jiri Kulich to do anything about it. Unfortunately, Owen Power isn’t built that way. And that leaves Mattias Samuelsson, who took the fall on the situation as he should have.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres say the scoreboard is the response. Not this time.
Sabres eke out win over Devils, don’t go after Stefan Noesen following illegal hit on Tage Thompson
'“Bull(crap). Bull(crap),” an agitated Ruff interjected when asked about the perception his team did not respond properly Sunday afternoon when New Jersey Devils winger Stefan Noesen hit leading scorer Tage Thompson in the head, knocking him out of the Sabres’ 4-3 win. “Let’s go. Next question.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres eke out win over Devils, don’t go after Stefan Noesen following illegal hit on Tage Thompson
Monday's New Jersey Coverage
Devils' Comeback Falls Short to Sabres | Game Story (NewJerseyDevils.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New Jersey Coverage
Tage Thompson leaves game after hit to head. Sabres hold off Devils for 4-3 win
'JJ Peterka, Ryan McLeod and Jason Zucker also scored for the Sabres, who won their third in a row. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson leaves game after hit to head. Sabres hold off Devils for 4-3 win
Sabres’ Tage Thompson passes concussion-related tests after taking hit from Devils’ Stefan Noesen
'Noesen faces potential further discipline after being issued a match penalty for elbowing Thompson in the face. The NHL will determine whether he had intent to injure Thompson on the play that happened at 5:11 into the third period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson passes concussion-related tests after taking hit from Devils’ Stefan Noesen
Opinion: If Buffalo GM Adams Can't Make Big Moves, The Sabres Need To Fire Him
'There are more than a few GMs who are facing major pressure to make notable moves by the March 7 deadline, but Adams, in particular, has to move some high-end parts and change up the roster or face some career consequences. If he can’t do that, and the Sabres remain at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, there will be no justification for Adams keeping his job.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: If Buffalo GM Adams Can’t Make Big Moves, The Sabres Need To Fire Him
Sabres survive late push from New Jersey
'Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves, including five in the third period, to help the Buffalo Sabres defeat the New Jersey Devils 4-3 on Sunday afternoon at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres survive late push from New Jersey
Opinion: A dirty, late hit on Thompson goes unchallenged, but the team won
'I should be talking about that since Vancouver, which covers six games they’ve played well in most of all six of them and won four. I should be talking about their three-game winning streak, but the only thing fans are talking about is Buffalo’s best forward Tage Thompson got targeted by Stefan Noeson who hit Thompson square in the head knocking him out of the game and there … [Read more...] about Opinion: A dirty, late hit on Thompson goes unchallenged, but the team won
Thompson helps Sabres hold off Devils for 3rd straight win
'Jason Zucker and JJ Peterka also scored, and Dahlin had two assists for the Sabres (21-26-5), who have won three in a row. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves.' … [Read more...] about Thompson helps Sabres hold off Devils for 3rd straight win
Sabres survive Devils' comeback bid for 3rd straight win
'Although Thompson didn’t return for the final 15 minutes, he felt good after the game and “passed all the tests,” according to Lindy Ruff. Buffalo’s coach said he expects Thompson to be available for Monday’s practice, adding that he might get a day off.' … [Read more...] about Sabres survive Devils’ comeback bid for 3rd straight win
The Sabres Report - Feb 2, 2025
Sabres Notebook: Dealing with Jersey's speed will be a key to Sunday matinee
'"I think we're more equipped but the proof will be in the pudding there," Ruff said after his team practiced in LECOM Harborcenter. "They've been a good team. They've had their struggles recently (going 3-5 in the last 8), but they still have some elite speed up front. You look at Jasper Brett, Jack Hughes, and you look at you Luke Hughes on the back end who might be one of … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Dealing with Jersey’s speed will be a key to Sunday matinee
How the NHL's record salary-cap increase could help the Sabres now and into the future
'The Sabres have the option to trade Zucker and Greenway if contract talks don’t lead to a deal, then re-engage in negotiations when they become free agents July 1. Even if Byram, McLeod and Peterka are re-signed, their cap hits should cost less than $20 million. There would still be enough money to sign Zucker and Greenway. AFP Analytics projects Zucker to a receive a two-year … [Read more...] about How the NHL’s record salary-cap increase could help the Sabres now and into the future