Sharks take on the Sabres after Wennberg’s 2-goal game (AP) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s San Jose Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 23, 2024
Jiri Kulich's goal completes comeback, moves Sabres above .500: Takeaways from OT win
'The Sabres (10-9-1) have won six of their last eight games and took over the Eastern Conference’s second wild-card playoff spot. They also moved above .500 after failing to do so twice last week, but they needed a comeback to prevent the Ducks (8-8-3) from playing the role of spoiler.' … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich’s goal completes comeback, moves Sabres above .500: Takeaways from OT win
Sabres notes: Defense scoring a sign Buffalo's offense is evolving
'Entering their game Friday against the Anaheim Ducks in Honda Center, the Sabres were tied for the NHL lead in goals by defensemen (13) and ranked fifth in points (50). Dahlin and his fellow blueliners accounted for 21.3% of Buffalo’s goals through 19 games, the fourth-highest mark in the league.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Defense scoring a sign Buffalo’s offense is evolving
As Sabres prospect Ryan Johnson waits for next chance in Buffalo, he continues to develop in Rochester
'Last month, Johnson, 23, returned to Rochester, where he has quietly been gobbling up minutes alongside Jack Rathbone on the Americans’ top defense tandem.' … [Read more...] about As Sabres prospect Ryan Johnson waits for next chance in Buffalo, he continues to develop in Rochester
Saturday's Anaheim Coverage
Ducks squander 2-goal lead in OT loss to Sabres (Orange County Register) Recap: Ducks Can't Find OT Winner in 3-2 Loss to Sabres (AnaheimDucks.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Anaheim Coverage
Jiri Kulich’s goal in overtime gives Sabres a 3-2 victory over Ducks
'Anaheim goaltender John Gibson stopped Buffalo defensemen Owen Power on a 2-on-1 breakaway, but Kulich put the rebound into the upper right corner of the net for his second goal of the season and snap the Ducks three-game winning streak.' … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich’s goal in overtime gives Sabres a 3-2 victory over Ducks
Kulich plays hero for Sabres in overtime win over Ducks
'Lying face-down on the mat, the blue and gold turned a 2-0 deficit in the waning moments of the second period into a 3-2 victory with moments left in overtime against the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center.' … [Read more...] about Kulich plays hero for Sabres in overtime win over Ducks
Sabres overtime win keeps their eight-game roll alive
'I thought Kulich had a terrific game in only his second game at center in the NHL. Lindy Ruff told reporters after the game that Kulich was on the ice in overtime because he deserved to be. In 15:16 of playing time, Kulich had four shots, blocked one shot and went 8-of-11 on faceoffs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres overtime win keeps their eight-game roll alive
Sabres come back to winning side, over .500 after Jiri Kulich’s OT goal beats Ducks
'Owen Power had two assists, giving him 15 even-strength points this year, most among NHL defensemen, and Tuch assisted on Kulich’s goal to boost his team-leading point total to 20.' … [Read more...] about Sabres come back to winning side, over .500 after Jiri Kulich’s OT goal beats Ducks
Kulich scores in OT to lift Sabres past Ducks
'"It’s huge," Power said. "There’s been a couple times we’ve had the chance to do it and haven’t been able to do it, so hopefully now that we’re over it we’re able to continue to get these wins."' … [Read more...] about Kulich scores in OT to lift Sabres past Ducks
Kulich scores in OT, Power has 2 assists in win over Ducks
'“I think you’ve got to find ways to win those games,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. “They’re hard to win. But you’ve got to give the group a lot of credit. We gained a lot of momentum there at the end of the second.”' … [Read more...] about Kulich scores in OT, Power has 2 assists in win over Ducks
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Prospects Report | Helenius producing offensively while adjusting to AHL (Sabres.com) Late rally sends bears past Amerks in overtime (Amerks.com) Vecchione Scores Twice as Bears Down Amerks for 4-3 OT Win (HersheyBears.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 22, 2024
Sabres prospect Anton Wahlberg using size, skill to make impact as rookie in Rochester
'“With his physical tools, he’s able to get in on the forecheck, get in on the net-front to really establish a presence when he’s on the ice,” he said following Tuesday’s practice in Blue Cross Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Anton Wahlberg using size, skill to make impact as rookie in Rochester
Friday's Anaheim Coverage
Ducks bring 3-game win streak into matchup with the Sabres (AP) Preview: Ducks Shoot for Fourth Straight Win Tonight vs. Sabres (AnaheimDucks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Anaheim Coverage
The Sabres Report - Nov 21, 2024
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's heroics help Sabres shut out Kings: Takeaways from a 1-0 win
'“I think it means a lot to our team,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said after his players totaled 10 shots on goal between the second and third periods. “That’s part of the growth. You’ve got to get comfortable in a game like that where it’s tight. … I thought our compete on the puck was where it needed to be to win a hockey game and there compete was high too. It was a hard game … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s heroics help Sabres shut out Kings: Takeaways from a 1-0 win