'“It’s fun. Lots of good memories here and it will be fun to play my first game back,” said Byram, who became a key player on Colorado’s 2022 Stanley Cup championship team and was acquired by the Sabres in a trade for Casey Mittelstadt in March. “I came here as a young guy and it became my second home. Lots of fond memories at the rink, away from the rink, met a lot of good … [Read more...] about Return to Colorado is a big day on the calendar for Sabres’ defenseman Bowen Byram
The Sabres Report - Jan 3, 2025
Friday's Colorado Coverage
Devon Toews completes wild Avalanche comeback in 6-5 overtime win (Denver Post) Avalanche coach Jared Bednar sounds off on controversial goal after Scott Wedgewood injury: “The goal shouldn’t have counted” (Denver Post) Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin will miss at least one game with lower-body injury (Denver Post) Avalanche steal an insane win from the Sabres, keep … [Read more...] about Friday’s Colorado Coverage
Toews scores in overtime, Avalanche overcome 3-goal deficit to beat Sabres 6-5
'After trailing 3-0 in the second period, the Avalanche regrouped and tied it with 6.8 seconds remaining on a shot from Jonathan Drouin. That set the stage for Toews, who stole the puck and scored on a breakaway.' … [Read more...] about Toews scores in overtime, Avalanche overcome 3-goal deficit to beat Sabres 6-5
Sabres buried by late Avalanche attack on Thursday
'Leads of 3-0 and 5-3 for the Buffalo Sabres evaporated in the thin Denver air on Thursday night. Visiting the Avalanche at Ball Arena, the blue and gold wasted Jason Zucker's hat-trick in a 6-5 loss.' … [Read more...] about Sabres buried by late Avalanche attack on Thursday
Opinion: Sabres blow another huge lead to Colorado and lose
'So there you have it. This should never, ever happen to the worst team in the Eastern Conference and one of the four worst teams in the National Hockey League, but for the Buffalo Sabres, it’s business as usual.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres blow another huge lead to Colorado and lose
Toews OT goal caps comeback, Avalanche edge Sabres
'Jason Zucker had three goals and an assist, and Tage Thompson had three assists for the Sabres (14-20-5), who have lost two straight after winning three in a row. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 23 saves.' … [Read more...] about Toews OT goal caps comeback, Avalanche edge Sabres
Zucker scores hat trick, but Sabres drop back-and-forth game to Avs in OT
'“You play a game like that, nine out of 10 times you’re gonna win a hockey game,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. “We played a hell of a game. We battled hard.”' … [Read more...] about Zucker scores hat trick, but Sabres drop back-and-forth game to Avs in OT
The Sabres Report - Jan 2, 2025
Mike Harrington: There was no holiday cheer for Sabres as December derailed their season
'Adams could not have known how December would turn out. Maybe you don’t make the playoffs in the final month of the calendar year − but you sure can knock yourself out of them.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: There was no holiday cheer for Sabres as December derailed their season
Sabres prospect Devon Levi evolving in Rochester, sparking surging Amerks
'His teammates’ commitment has wowed Levi, who joined Buffalo’s AHL affiliate in mid-November. The scorching Amerks have won four straight games and 11 of their last 13 entering Friday’s road contest against the Springfield Thunderbirds.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Devon Levi evolving in Rochester, sparking surging Amerks
Thursday's Colorado Coverage
Avalanche bring winning streak into home matchup against the Sabres (AP) Skating with the Sabres (ColoradoAvalanche.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Colorado Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jan 1, 2025
Sabres failing to take advantage of UPL's brilliant play: Takeaways from loss in Dallas
'For the second time in as many games, Luukkonen gave his teammates a chance to overcome a litany of mistakes. The Sabres’ power play came through two days earlier in St. Louis to extend their win streak to three, but they didn’t take advantage this time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres failing to take advantage of UPL’s brilliant play: Takeaways from loss in Dallas
Jason Zucker proving to be Sabres' best free-agent forward signing in decades
'“He’s someone that I’ve looked up to for years and I still look up to him to this day,” said Sabres winger Alex Tuch, who was Zucker’s teammate in Minnesota for six games late in February 2017. “He’s always had that pro mentality, and he’s talked to these younger guys in here about who he’s learned from over the years. It’s one thing for a guy to see a teammate doing certain … [Read more...] about Jason Zucker proving to be Sabres’ best free-agent forward signing in decades
Wednesday's Dallas Coverage
Thanks to patient approach, Dallas Stars ring in 2025 on right track with Sabres takedown (Dallas Morning News) Heika’s Take: Stars “stick with it,” ring in New Year with exciting win over Sabres (DallasStars.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Dallas Coverage
Wilson: Is Dylan Cozens a good trade target for the Flames?
'Cozens’ contract is also substantial. He inked a seven-year, $7.1-million per year deal after his apparent breakout in 2022-23, a number his current level of play does nothing to justify. It’s a deal that will be seen as a millstone unless he can take a substantial step forward.' … [Read more...] about Wilson: Is Dylan Cozens a good trade target for the Flames?
Wyatt Johnston scores go-ahead goal midway through 3rd period as Stars beat Sabres 4-2
'Sabres: Luukkonen made multiple point-blank saves while stopping Dallas’ first 20 shots on goal. ... Tage Thompson assisted on Zucker’s goal and has points in four consecutive games (two goals, three assists). He has 10 points in his last eight games against Dallas (three goals, seven assists). ... Zucker has scored in three of the last four games.' … [Read more...] about Wyatt Johnston scores go-ahead goal midway through 3rd period as Stars beat Sabres 4-2