'Sabres forward Ryan McLeod’s breakaway attempt at 2:57 of overtime had Cossa beat, but went off the post.' … [Read more...] about Red Wings snap 5-game losing streak with a 6-5 shootout win over the Sabres
The Sabres Report - Dec 10, 2024
Sabres unable to hold lead in shootout loss to Detroit
'The Buffalo Sabres two-goal third period lead was erased by the Detroit Red Wings, sending the Sabres to a 6-5 shootout loss on Monday night at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to hold lead in shootout loss to Detroit
Opinion: The Sabres blow a two-goal lead and lose to Detroit
'It just gets to the point where you have to say this team is who they are. Kevyn Adams has built a team that in the last two years plus 28 games has shown that they are mentally weak and when things get tough, they are not capable of performing.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Sabres blow a two-goal lead and lose to Detroit
Ruff has reached his limit with players not improving on defense
'“It comes down to how hard it is again, we’ve talked about the odd-numbered rushes we’ve had in overtime to win the game we talked to overtime against Van, we didn’t have the puck much, but we had that one glorious opportunity, but don’t succumb to why didn’t it go in? Don’t succumb to the moral victories, how about we have to do a little more, put the work ahead of anything … [Read more...] about Ruff has reached his limit with players not improving on defense
Sabres lose composure, extend winless streak to 7 games
'Wasting a hot start against a struggling opponent that turned to a rookie goaltender after the first period, the Sabres surrendered a 5-3 lead in the final 10 minutes of the third and turned the crowd at KeyBank Center against them.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose composure, extend winless streak to 7 games
Red Wings rally, edge Sabres in shootout to end 5-game skid
'“I think we need to look at it straight in the face, honestly,” Zucker said. “I think we need to know that it’s seven in a row. We need to look in the mirror and go get after it. There’s no reason to sit here and be like ‘Oh, we’re doing this.’ We’ve lost seven in a row. We’re not playing well. We’ve got to, again, look in the mirror and understand where we’re at and at what … [Read more...] about Red Wings rally, edge Sabres in shootout to end 5-game skid
Sabres seek complete effort after shootout loss to Detroit
'“We need to look in the mirror and go get after it,” said forward Jason Zucker, who tallied two goals and an assist in the loss. “We’ve got to have a little bit more urgency, and we’ve got to attack these games and end this right now.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres seek complete effort after shootout loss to Detroit
The Sabres Report - Dec 9, 2024
Sabres practice report: Ryan Johnson could make season debut against Detroit
'The 6-foot-1 left-shot defenseman is excellent at breaking the puck out of his own zone, and he had an impressive start to the season in Rochester, where he played next to veteran Jack Rathbone at 5-on-5. Johnson has zero goals and 14 assists in 48 career games in the American Hockey League. He's not going to replace the offense that Buffalo lost with Dahlin out.' … [Read more...] about Sabres practice report: Ryan Johnson could make season debut against Detroit
Sabres rookie Tyson Kozak scores first NHL goal with mother in rink; Buffalo could make lineup changes
'Kozak’s first NHL goal felt especially good because he shared it with his mother, Michelle, who stayed in town after his father and sister returned to Manitoba following Thursday’s game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Tyson Kozak scores first NHL goal with mother in rink; Buffalo could make lineup changes
Monday's Detroit Coverage
Detroit Red Wings game today vs. Buffalo Sabres: Time, TV channel, streaming (Detroit Free Press) Ex-teammates square off as Red Wings, Sabres seek to end slides (Ann Arbor News) Red Wings take losing streak into game against the Sabres (AP) Preview: Red Wings head to Buffalo for Atlantic Division clash on Monday (DetroitRedWings.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Detroit Coverage
Practice Report | Johnson skates alongside Byram, talks season so far with Rochester
'Johnson, a first-round pick by the Sabres in 2019, was called upon to play 41 games for the Sabres last season as a first-year pro following a four-year collegiate career with the University of Minnesota. It was an early introduction to the professional habits and day-in, day-out intensity that come with professional hockey.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Johnson skates alongside Byram, talks season so far with Rochester
The Sabres Report - Dec 8, 2024
Sabres' sixth straight loss raises more questions about roster's ability to contend
'“I believe in the people in our room, and I wouldn’t say that if I didn’t know the opportunity we have. His players didn’t give the fan base any reason to believe with their performance Saturday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ sixth straight loss raises more questions about roster’s ability to contend
Inside the NHL: Eden's Alex Iafallo adjusts to a new life on and off the ice in Winnipeg
'This is the final season of Iafallo's four-year, $16 million contract he signed with the Kings in 2021, so there's plenty of time for this season to play out before he and the Jets have to make a decision about his future or free agency.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Eden’s Alex Iafallo adjusts to a new life on and off the ice in Winnipeg
Reeling Sabres fall apart, lose to Utah: ‘Mentally one of the weakest games’
'In a downright embarrassing effort, they endured a 5-2 shellacking from noted NHL heavyweight Utah Hockey Club.' … [Read more...] about Reeling Sabres fall apart, lose to Utah: ‘Mentally one of the weakest games’
Injured Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin still being evaluated
'Meanwhile, Ruff said winger Jordan Greenway (mid-body) and defenseman Mattias Samuelsson “are both real close” to returning from their respective injuries.' … [Read more...] about Injured Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin still being evaluated