'Other than Kulikov, Murray did nothing for the defense. He overestimated the talents of Zach Bogosian and Josh Gorges. Gorges can still play well on a third pair, but at 33-years-old in August, he can’t be out there with Rasmus Ristolainen.' … [Read more...] about Murray’s drafts and trades
Archives for April 22, 2017
Pegula denies report Sabres interviewed Dean Lombardi for GM
'"We haven't talked to anybody," he said. "Put that in the Jack demanded his coach be fired category. It's a pure fabrication."' … [Read more...] about Pegula denies report Sabres interviewed Dean Lombardi for GM
3 takeaways from Sabres owner Terry Pegula's press conference
'But, that response begs the question: If structure and discipline are why this franchise has struggled, why are the owners now having to hire a fourth head coach in six years? If there was discord between the head coach and the locker room, who is to blame for a lack of structure of discipline?' … [Read more...] about 3 takeaways from Sabres owner Terry Pegula’s press conference
6 things we learned from Sabres owner Terry Pegula on Friday (4/21/17)
'This is an incredibly important decision and one that shouldn't be rushed, but that being said, the NHL draft and expansion draft are only two months away and free agency begins a week later -- this is valuable time.' … [Read more...] about 6 things we learned from Sabres owner Terry Pegula on Friday (4/21/17)
Sabres looking for experienced general manager
'"We as members of the Sabres organization are all responsible for our success but accountability starts with me," said Pegula, the Sabres owner since 2011. "We are not happy with our season this year and there are no excuses. Six years ago I stood here and told Buffalo Sabres fans that the reason for existence is to win a Stanley Cup. That is still the truth. One team wins the … [Read more...] about Sabres looking for experienced general manager
Pegula will look to instill structure in search for coach, GM
'"I can tell you that I was not involved in the last GM/coach search to a large extent and I regret that move," he said. "And that's all I'm going to say about that."' … [Read more...] about Pegula will look to instill structure in search for coach, GM