'Hard to gripe about Wednesday's defeat. The Sabres had 39 shots on goal and 87 attempts. They didn't score because Filip Gustavsson was outstanding in the Wild net, and just a few too many of Buffalo's good chances were right in his breadbasket and not artfully aimed at a corner of the cage.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres’ mandate for Black Friday matinee is to repeat their recipe for success
The Sabres Report - Nov 29, 2024
Sabres Notebook: Rasmus Dahlin departs practice early, status unclear for Friday
'Dahlin played 26:35 in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to the Minnesota Wild and has played at least 24 minutes in each of Buffalo's last nine games. He's second on the team in scoring with 19 points (6 goals, 13 assists) and that total is fifth among NHL defensemen.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Rasmus Dahlin departs practice early, status unclear for Friday
Sabres’ JJ Peterka struggling to score; Rasmus Dahlin leaves practice early
'If Peterka, 22, keeps earning chances, especially in close, he will almost certainly start scoring. Despite his recent struggles – he also has a four-game point drought – his seven goals and 16 points rank second and fourth, respectively, on the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ JJ Peterka struggling to score; Rasmus Dahlin leaves practice early
Friday's Vancouver Coverage
Sabres and Canucks hit the ice in non-conference matchup (AP) Game Notes: Canucks at Sabres (Canucks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Vancouver Coverage
The Buffalo Sabres Have The Space To Add An Impact Player. Just Do It
'Buffalo GM Kevyn Adams is under intense pressure to get the Sabres into the post-season for the first time since 2010-11, and he must acquire a high-impact player on offense. Buffalo currently sits 15th overall in the NHL at an average of 3.09 goals-for per game.' … [Read more...] about The Buffalo Sabres Have The Space To Add An Impact Player. Just Do It
Dahlin leaves Thursday's practice early
'"I don’t believe it’ll affect him [for Friday’s game], but you never know until tomorrow," said Ruff following Thursday's practice.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin leaves Thursday’s practice early
Practice Report | Dahlin exits early for 'maintenance' as Sabres prepare for back-to-back games
'Rasmus Dahlin left practice early on Thursday at KeyBank Center due to what Sabres coach Lindy Ruff described as “maintenance.” “I don’t believe it’ll affect him, but you never know until tomorrow,” Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Dahlin exits early for ‘maintenance’ as Sabres prepare for back-to-back games
The Sabres Report - Nov 28, 2024
Sabres unable to score in Tage Thompson's return: 5 takeaways from a 1-0 loss
'“It’s just one of those games where just try to get back in and make an impact,” said Thompson, who returned to the lineup after missing five games with a lower-body injury. “Obviously, tonight I wasn’t able to. I’ve got to find the back of the net, find a way to score.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to score in Tage Thompson’s return: 5 takeaways from a 1-0 loss
Sabres notes: Topias Leinonen's improvement boosts organization's depth in goal
'It took longer than the Sabres expected, but Leinonen is starting to look like a goalie who has the potential to become an NHL player. The 20-year-old is 7-4 with two shutouts for Mora IK in HockeyAllsvenskan. His goals-against average (2.13) and save percentage (.914) rank fourth and seventh in the league, respectively.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Topias Leinonen’s improvement boosts organization’s depth in goal
Sabres outplay Wild, still lose in Tage Thompson’s return from injury
'Other than one early breakdown – Wild superstar Kirill Kaprizov completed a nifty four-on-one 6:55 into the game – the Sabres played a clean game before a crowd 17,326 fans in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres outplay Wild, still lose in Tage Thompson’s return from injury
In midst of slump, Sabres’ Jack Quinn looks like scoring threat again
'“I thought it was my best game by far,” Quinn said of Friday’s 3-2 overtime road win against the Anaheim Ducks. “I thought I was doing stuff that makes me a good player, which for some reason this year it’s been hard to find.' … [Read more...] about In midst of slump, Sabres’ Jack Quinn looks like scoring threat again
Thursday's Minnesota Coverage
Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson zeroes in again, shutting out the Buffalo Sabres (Minnesota Star Tribune) Holiday road is good for Wild as they win their 10th away from home (Saint Paul Pioneer Press) Wild notebook: Passion fueling Kirill Kaprizov’s ascension Leading the NHL in multi-point games, the Wild’s star forward truly loves the game (Saint Paul Pioneer Press) Photo … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Minnesota Coverage
Minnesota’s Filip Gustavsson stops 39 to shut out the Sabres 1-0
'Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 28 saves for Buffalo, which failed to win four in a row for the third time this season.' … [Read more...] about Minnesota’s Filip Gustavsson stops 39 to shut out the Sabres 1-0
Sabres shut out by Wild in low-scoring affair
'Minnesota scored first nearly seven minutes into the game, taking advantage of an odd-man rush opportunity.' … [Read more...] about Sabres shut out by Wild in low-scoring affair
Opinion: Gustavsson steals two points for Wild
'Buffalo wasted a stellar performance from Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who made 28 saves on 29 shots faced. But it was at the other end where Filip Gustavsson stood on his head, turning away all 39 shots he faced to secure his second shutout of the season.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Gustavsson steals two points for Wild