'"I hope everyone remembers that the first Winter Classic was in Buffalo with the snow effect," NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said on NBCSN. "To have Buffalo back to do it again, maybe they’ll bring some snow with them."' … [Read more...] about Sabres returning to Winter Classic, will play New Year’s Day in New York
Archives for May 2017
Sabres to play Rangers in Winter Classic in New York
'Besides the opportunity to celebrate an anniversary, choosing the Sabres allows the NHL to showcase slick center Jack Eichel, a dynamic young star. The Buffalo market also delivers huge television ratings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to play Rangers in Winter Classic in New York
Wednesday's New York Coverage
Rangers to host Sabres at Citi Field for 2018 Winter Classic (New York Daily News) The Winter Classic will be played at Citi Field (New York Post) NHL makes it official: Mets, Citi Field host of 2018 Winter Classic (Newark Star Ledger) Rangers and Sabres to meet in Winter Classic at Citi Field (Bergen Record) The Rangers will play the Winter Classic at Citi Field against … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s New York Coverage
Rangers to face Sabres in 2018 Winter Classic at Citi Field
'The Sabres are technically the home game for the 10th Winter Classic because of rules surrounding the Rangers playing all home games at Madison Square Garden.' … [Read more...] about Rangers to face Sabres in 2018 Winter Classic at Citi Field
Sabres, Rangers in 2018 Winter Classic at Citi Field
'Both the Sabres and Rangers will be making their second appearance in the NHL's New Year's Day outdoor game. Buffalo hosted the first-ever event against the Pittsburgh Penguins, a 2-1 shootout loss, at Ralph Wilson Stadium in 2008. New York defeated the Philadelphia Flyers at Citizens Bank Park at the 2012 event.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Rangers in 2018 Winter Classic at Citi Field
NHL Winter Classic: Rangers will play Sabres at Citi Field in 2018 edition
'Regularly among the NHL's most watched games, the Winter Classic has featured eight different winners, and a 6-3 record by the visiting teams, in its nine-year run:' … [Read more...] about NHL Winter Classic: Rangers will play Sabres at Citi Field in 2018 edition
NHL officially announces matchup for 2018 Winter Classic at Citi Field
'Both the Rangers and Sabres have previously played in a Winter Classic, though this will be the first time the Rangers are hosting the event. They previously took on the Flyers at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park in 2012. The Sabres hosted the Penguins at Ralph Wilson Stadium for the inaugural event in 2008.' … [Read more...] about NHL officially announces matchup for 2018 Winter Classic at Citi Field
The Sabres to meet the Rangers in the Winter Classic
'Because of the Rangers contract with Madison Square Garden, this will be a home game for the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres to meet the Rangers in the Winter Classic
Sabres to play Rangers in 2018 Winter Classic
'In 2008, the Sabres lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1 in a shootout.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to play Rangers in 2018 Winter Classic
NHL Winter Classic to feature Rangers, Sabres at Citi Field
'Both the Sabres and Rangers will be making their second appearance in the NHL Winter Classic®. Buffalo hosted the first-ever NHL Winter Classic® against the Pittsburgh Penguins, a 2-1 shootout loss in front of 71,217 fans at Ralph Wilson Stadium on Jan. 1, 2008. New York defeated the hometown Philadelphia Flyers at Citizens Bank Park at the 2012 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic® … [Read more...] about NHL Winter Classic to feature Rangers, Sabres at Citi Field
Ten years after the 1st Winter Classic, Sabres are headed back outdoors
'"All the boys were excited to be playing outside," forward Marcus Foligno said. "I remember talking to some of the trainers - George Babcock, [equipment manager] Dave Williams - about the Winter Classic they had here, playing Pittsburgh at New Era Field and how special it was and how cool it was with the snow and playing outdoors.' … [Read more...] about Ten years after the 1st Winter Classic, Sabres are headed back outdoors
Despite power-play prowess, Sabres' Matt Moulson is costly
'The 33-year-old has two seasons left on his five-year, $25 million contract. He’ll undoubtedly be exposed to Vegas in the expansion draft. It’s possible, though not probable, the Golden Knights will take him. They’ll need a few veterans to guide a young roster, and they also need to spend at least 60 percent of their payroll through the expansion draft.' … [Read more...] about Despite power-play prowess, Sabres’ Matt Moulson is costly
Pegulas' fondness for Pittsburgh often on display
'Here’s a sampling of the Penguins’ influences on the Sabres and their owners, whose East Resources company had a suite in Pittsburgh’s arena.' … [Read more...] about Pegulas’ fondness for Pittsburgh often on display
Bylsma to serve as guest analyst on NHL Network
'NHL Network has announced it will be using Bylsma as a studio analyst for three nights starting Tuesday. He will appear on "NHL Tonight" Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and Wednesday and Thursday, both at 10 p.m., along with former players Mike Johnson, Mike Rupp and Kevin Weekes.' … [Read more...] about Bylsma to serve as guest analyst on NHL Network
Reports: Sabres expected to hire Botterill as next GM
'Sportsnet, who reported the news on Botterill, also indicated that Rick Tocchet, an assistant coach with the Penguins, could also be a candidate for the team’s head coaching vacancy. Tocchet played in the NHL from 1984 until 2002 with Pittsburgh, Los Angeles, Boston, Washington, Phoenix, and Philadelphia, winning the Stanley Cup as a player in 1992 and a coach in 2016, both … [Read more...] about Reports: Sabres expected to hire Botterill as next GM