'“I really think it started in Boston. We didn't find the back in the net a couple situations there, and played a heck of a game in our own end, limiting opportunities,” Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff said. “We were smart with the puck. I think we started off tonight the same way. Our puck play was really good. Our defending was good. I think when you go through something like … [Read more...] about Sabres score 7, top Islanders to stop slide
The Sabres Report - Dec 24, 2024
Sabres rout Islanders to end winless streak
'“We battled for a long time now and finally it went our way,” said captain Rasmus Dahlin. “When you do the right things over and over again, good things will happen to you.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres rout Islanders to end winless streak
Helenius, Wahlberg among 6 Sabres prospects competing in World Juniors
'“They get an opportunity to play on a near best-on-best competition against their age group and do it on a big stage in something that's broadcast across the world, something that has a big following,” Sabres director of player development Adam Mair said.' … [Read more...] about Helenius, Wahlberg among 6 Sabres prospects competing in World Juniors
The Sabres Report - Dec 23, 2024
Injury likely contributing to Sabres star Tage Thompson’s struggles
'Right now, something is clearly hampering him. The lower-body injury that forced him to miss five games last month might be wreaking havoc.' … [Read more...] about Injury likely contributing to Sabres star Tage Thompson’s struggles
Monday's New York Coverage
Sabres bring 13-game losing streak into matchup with the Islanders (AP) Game Preview: Islanders vs Sabres (NewYorkIslanders.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New York Coverage
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks hang on to secure 3-2 win in Cleveland (Amerks.com) Svozil sends 21,859 teddy bears flying, Monsters fall 3-2 to Amerks (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Dec 22, 2024
Sabres 'deserved better,' but their winless streak reached 13: Takeaways from Boston
'Their 13-game winless streak is the third-longest in franchise history, trailing only the 0-14 run of futility during the tank season of 2014-15 and the 0-15-3 skid in 2020-21 that cost Ralph Krueger his job as coach.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ‘deserved better,’ but their winless streak reached 13: Takeaways from Boston
Inside the NHL: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen among lots of goalies struggling to stay above .900
'There are 34 goalies in the NHL who have played at least 15 games this season and Luukkonen has suddenly plummeted to 28th in that group in save percentage (.892) and 32nd in goals-against average (3.12).' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen among lots of goalies struggling to stay above .900
Sabres scratch Rasmus Dahlin following return from injury
'Dahlin returned Friday after missing eight games because of back spasms, skating 27 minutes, 33 seconds in the Sabres’ 6-3 home loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres scratch Rasmus Dahlin following return from injury
Sabres have had a lot go wrong over the years. Fan support has never been one of them.
'It may not be the Hub of the Universe or the Athens of America, but it’s a hockey market that proved for years that it can thrive. No palm trees required. Just a better eye in the front office to identify player talent, and the vision behind the bench to lead them to better days.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have had a lot go wrong over the years. Fan support has never been one of them.
Sunday's Boston Coverage
Morgan Geekie breaks tie late in third period as Bruins beat slumping Sabres in return to TD Garden (Boston Globe) Bruins bruiser Mark Kastelic has always thrown his weight around. Now he’s also throwing pucks on net. (Boston Globe) Sabres have had a lot go wrong over the years. Fan support has never been one of them. (Boston Globe) Morgan Geekie late goal lifts Bruins to … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Boston Coverage
Morgan Geekie scores go-ahead goal as Bruins send Sabres to 13th straight loss with 3-1 win
'Sabres: After losing at home to Toronto on Friday, they probably should have been the more tired team, but they took the play to the Bruins for lengthy stretches, especially in the second.' … [Read more...] about Morgan Geekie scores go-ahead goal as Bruins send Sabres to 13th straight loss with 3-1 win
Sabres Extend Losing Streak to 13 Games After Conceding Brutal Late Goal vs. Bruins
'The mistake that led to the go-ahead goal late into the third period was a costly one, and it just about sums up the team's fortunes during their extended losing streak.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Extend Losing Streak to 13 Games After Conceding Brutal Late Goal vs. Bruins
Sabres lose in Boston for 13th winless game in-a-row
'A low-event third period looked to be leading to a 3-on-3 overtime, but Boston had other plans. Sam Lafferty took a costly tripping penalty with 3:45 to play, and again at the twilight of a man advantage the Bruins made the Sabres pay.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose in Boston for 13th winless game in-a-row
Unlucky 13: Sabres’ skid equals playoff drought
'JJ Peterka had a power-play goal in the second period and James Reimer made 16 saves for the Sabres, who have gone 0-10-3 since their last victory on Nov. 23. The Sabres had a 20-19 advantage in shots on goal, but were outshot 8-3 in the third period.' … [Read more...] about Unlucky 13: Sabres’ skid equals playoff drought