Archives for March 2016

'Catenacci has played in 10 games for the Sabres this season without scoring a point. He has 20 points (nine goals, 11 assists) in 41 games with Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reassign F Catenacci

'These teams REALLY do not like each other. Michael McCarron was in the middle of a scrap at the side of the Buffalo net and grabbed Robin Lehner's mask. The goalie was ready to fight any and all comers, including Scrivens who left his crease and stood at the blue line, before thinking better of it. There has been a lenghty delay in figuring out the penalty situation.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens dump Sabres 3-2 in OT

'"It's never fun when you're sitting in the box for those 14 minutes. It was a high-intensity game, lot of emotion. It's tough sitting there watching, but I thought Marcus did a good job tying things back up. We were right there, we just gotta finish."' … [Read more...] about Sabres-Canadiens: From the Locker Room

'In a sense Eichel is Reinhart's McDavid. He's the other guy, the bigger star, and they work in the same office. If it's attention Reinhart craves then good luck to him, because Eichel is the talk of the town. Dave & Adam's Card World is running a sale where every Sabres item in the store is marked down with one caveat, as the big sign out front advises: "Excluding Eichel". The … [Read more...] about Here’s to Sam Reinhart

'"I wouldn't have looked at [composure] as a problem at too many other times, but today, absolutely," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "I don't think I've seen quite the type of calls that both teams received today in terms of 10-minute [misconducts]. But we certainly let the game get away from us with our composure level and it was a factor in the second period. It was a factor … [Read more...] about Byron’s OT goal lifts Canadiens past Sabres

'The Canadiens won the game 3-2, leaving the Sabres wondering what could have been had the game not gotten so out of hand. A total of 26 penalties were called, 14 of which were assessed to Buffalo. Buffalo was whistled for 52 penalty minutes while Montreal logged 48.' … [Read more...] about Physical contest ends with an overtime loss to Montreal

Cunneyworth on the verge of Amerks coaching history (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Photo gallery (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Rochester tops Phantoms 3-1 (Allentown Morning Call) Cunneyworth ties franchise wins record in victory over Phantoms (Amerks.com) Cunneyworth ties Van Boxmeer with win 337 (Amerks.com) Photo gallery (Amerks.com) Ullmark Steals Win from … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage

'“Really I’m just trying to learn as much as I can,” Kasdorf said. “I’m just trying to develop and trying to take it all in, learn from the guys what it’s like to be a pro now. Just asking guys questions, guys who have been in this position. I think it’s a great learning opportunity for me. I want to make the most out of it.”' … [Read more...] about Kasdorf ‘trying to take it all in’ with Sabres

'“I mean, I think it’s nice to be rewarded, but I think our line since we’ve been together the last month or two, we’ve been playing well, doing our job,” Gionta said. “We’re matched up a lot of times against their top line I think, and have been doing a great job of countering what they’ve been attacking us with.”' … [Read more...] about Gionta starting to put up offensive numbers

'“I think not that I’m a slow developer or a late developer or anything like that,” Foligno said. “It takes time. This year has definitely been the best I’ve felt. It’s good it’s starting to change.” … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Marcus Foligno enjoying career-best stretch

'The Sabres, of course, have two healthy netminders in starter Robin Lehner and backup Chad Johnson. But with 12 games left, Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said there’s a “possibility” Kasdorf could play in the NHL this season.' … [Read more...] about Goalie Jason Kasdorf could play for Sabres this season

Canadiens-Sabres Preview (Montreal Gazette) Canadiens-Sabres Preview (AP) Sabres could get Ryan O'Reilly back vs. Canadiens (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Montreal Coverage

'Multiple sources have confirmed to me that the Sabres have relieved Director of Player Performance Oliver Finlay of his duties. Finlay oversaw strength and conditioning as well as player rehab.' … [Read more...] about Sabres head in a different direction in player performance

'He's very unselfish, very caring, great work ethic, character and compassion for other people, real strong religious beliefs and strong faith that he and his wife share … just a really, really quality person.' … [Read more...] about RPI Coach Seth Appert: Kasdorf ‘will not be out-worked’

'"I'm incredibly excited," he said. "I'm just thrilled about the opportunity I have to be here, to be a part of the organization. It's a dream come true. It's what I worked for my whole life and now to be here with the big club, it means a lot. It's really special."' … [Read more...] about Kasdorf ‘thrilled’ to join Sabres for remainder of the season