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Mike Harrington's NHL power rankings Connor McDavid is off to a furious start, with 13 points in five games.
Observations: Linus Ullmark leads Bruins to win, ends Sabres' undefeated start Buffalo failed to start the season with four consecutive wins for the first time since 2008-09, despite having the edge in shots (36-26) and s…
Mike Harrington: Sabres' effort was there, but that's not enough against an elite opponent There was too much David Pastrnak and Brad Marchand, too much Charlie Coyle and too much of old friend Linus Ullmark.
Mike Harrington: At least for one night, Sabres reach the Lightning's gold standard This is the organization the Sabres have to learn from and eventually compete with. As in nights like Monday.
Sabres notebook: Cody Eakin out for weekend back-to-back after practice injury Coach Don Granato is confident, however, that the injury is short-term and Eakin will return to the lineup next week.
Sabres' outlook at center improved by Tage Thompson's seamless position switch In three games at center for the undefeated Sabres (3-0), Thompson has been among the club’s most impactful forwards.
Mike Harrington: Sabres punch up in weight class and party on in latest knockout Jeff Skinner combines with Miley Cyrus (!) for the signature moment in the latest victory.
Sabres prospects Owen Power, Erik Portillo are keys as Michigan takes No. 1 in the polls Michigan, with a stacked roster featuring Sabres prospects Owen Power and Erik Portillo, moved into the No. 1 spot in both major college hockey polls.
Mike Harrington: The Sabres are suddenly annoying on the ice – in a very good way "Anybody on the other side of the ice expecting an easy night is forewarned: The first step to respectability is not giving opponents a night …
Observations: Kyle Okposo, Zemgus Girgensons inspiring undefeated Sabres With each shift, shot on goal, drive to the net and forecheck, Okposo and Zemgus Girgensons are showing media members across North America tha…
Sabres' shuffling at center yields promising results through two games “All our guys need experience, they need situations. It’s the only way they’re going to learn," coach Don Granato said.
Observations: With all eyes on young core, Sabres veterans shine in opening win The Sabres rode a 30-save performance by 40-year-old goalie Craig Anderson to a 5-1 season-opening win over the Montreal Canadiens.
Observations: Rasmus Dahlin a 'special player' as Sabres start season 2-0 The Sabres (2-0) started the season with consecutive wins for the first time since 2019-20.
