Archives for July 2016

'In terms of physical skill sets, Bogosian’s is one of the most impressive in the entire league. On the offensive side, he utilizes his skating ability fairly well, using a quick stride to find open space for a shot or when racing the puck up ice on occasion. There are times where he steps up into the play and it results in a 2-on-1 the other way, but you might say that for any … [Read more...] about Why the success of the Sabres defense rests on Bogosian

'The one key witness didn’t see the driver of the truck that hit the Tim Horton’s and called it the mystery driver.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ O’Reilly found Not Guilty

'According to the report, there was no reasonable prospect of conviction, and no more evidence to review which led to the final decision.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ O’Reilly found not guilty of impaired driving

'"I love it," Petersen said. "I wouldn’t have it any other way. I love being the guy that has to be relied upon every single night … You have to be ready for every single game and opportunity. Like I said, that's the way I want it to be and it's worked out very well."' … [Read more...] about Petersen’s competitiveness fueled him during sophomore season

'I've become one of the older guys in school, too, and this year I'll be going back to Providence College for my senior season. Seeing the program grow over four years and being able to say I was a part of it, from winning a national championship two years ago to having the most wins in program history last year, is an amazing feeling.' … [Read more...] about Florentino on being a camp veteran

'The 6-foot-2, 192-pound Pu had 12 goals and 19 assists during the regular season but really took off in the postseason as London’s No. 2 center. He had eight goals and five assists in 18 games on the Knights’ Memorial Cup run and posted a plus-9 rating.' … [Read more...] about They’re not booing, they’re Pu-u-ing Sabres’ draft pick

'Any time you get a chance to prove yourself in front of Tim Murray and the coaching staff, Carrier says you have to take it.' … [Read more...] about William Carrier ready to battle for NHL job

'"He's a skilled player," Muzito-Bagenda said. "He has good vision and a good hockey IQ. I like his speed too. He's a perfect center to play with. … [When defending him] he's difficult with his speed and his skill, so you've got to be sharp against him."' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Asplund out to prove Sabres made right move

'"He’s got some sweet moves and some sweet hands," Rochester Americans head coach Dan Lambert said.' … [Read more...] about Nylander steals the show with breakaways at Development scrimmage

'Justin Bailey was clearly the most dominant player on the ice, looking like a man among boys a majority of the scrimmage despite not scoring a goal.' … [Read more...] about 10 observations from the Sabres development camp scrimmage

'“He taught me how to get the most out of a player,” Lambert said. “I thought that was one thing ‘Boxy’ did every season. Players that played for him had big seasons. He was demanding, yet very fair, and I learned a lot from that.' … [Read more...] about New Amerks coach Lambert was inspired by Van Boxmeer

'"I'm a big guy. I'm mobile. I like to make a good first pass and I'm not afraid to be the fourth guy up in the rush. I take pride in getting my shots through to create offense for the forwards."' … [Read more...] about Meet Sabres Prospect Ryan Mantha

'While other prospect performances might garner more attention – first-rounder Alexander Nylander wowed the crowd with three dynamic shootout goals and Williamsville’s Justin Bailey often dominated – Peterson was one of the best players on the ice.' … [Read more...] about Prospect Judd Peterson could be back in Sabres’ plans

'That, of course, is as it should be: The Sabres have been bad for so long, they’ve reaped a bundle of high draft picks. If and when those pay off, lousy teams suddenly can blossom into contenders.' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo addition signals shift in Buffalo Sabres’ fortunes

'With the Americans being an affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Buffalo Sabres, Geiger is attending the Sabres’ Summer Development Camp, which runs through Tuesday in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Stouffville Spirit, Clarkson grad at Buffalo Sabres’ camp