The Buffalo Sabres suffered a crushing 9-4 defeat to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night, and head coach Don Granato is feeling the heat. The Sabres have now lost three of their last four games, and the loss to the Blue Jackets was one of the most lopsided defeats in franchise history.
Granato, who was hired as head coach in January, has been under pressure since taking over the team. The Sabres have struggled this season, with a record of 15-25-7, and are currently in last place in the East Division. The team has been plagued by injuries and inconsistent play, and Granato has been unable to turn things around.
The loss to the Blue Jackets was especially concerning for the Sabres, as they allowed nine goals for the first time since 2001. The team was outshot by a wide margin, and their defensive breakdowns were evident throughout the game. Granato was visibly frustrated after the game, and he acknowledged that his team needs to make improvements.
The Sabres have a long road ahead of them if they want to make the playoffs this season. They will need to find a way to turn things around quickly, or else Granato could be on his way out. The team has already made changes to their roster this season, and more changes could be coming if the team does not start to show improvement soon.
It remains to be seen if Granato can turn things around for the Sabres, but one thing is certain: he is under pressure to do so. The team needs to start playing better if they want to make the playoffs, and Granato will be held accountable if they don’t. It’s a tough situation for the head coach, but he will need to find a way to get his team back on track if he wants to keep his job.
