'“He’s going to try and bring in the winning culture that obviously Pittsburgh has had and instill that on us,” Eichel said, “just having an open relationship and trying to keep everyone informed, let everyone know where they are in different situations.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel likes direction Sabres are heading under Botterill
Archives for June 2017
Jack Eichel talks arrival of Botterill, departure of Murray, Bylsma
'When Sabres owner Terry Pegula fired General Manager Tim Murray and coach Dan Bylsma in April, he said he wanted improved communication in the organization. Botterill, a longtime Pittsburgh executive, says talks were common between coaches and players with the Penguins, and he wants to bring that to Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel talks arrival of Botterill, departure of Murray, Bylsma
Jack Eichel's latest assist is to Tim Hortons on 'Camp Day'
'“I think they were just surprised more than anything,” Eichel said in the Tim Hortons on Big Tree Road in Orchard Park. “Friendly, as Buffalo people always are. It was kind of cool. I had done this before, but I had done it behind the register at the one in the HarborCenter. Just to be in the drive-through was a little bit different, a little more hectic. Things happen … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s latest assist is to Tim Hortons on ‘Camp Day’
Report: Sabres interview Bob Boughner for coaching job
'The former defenseman played 630 NHL games over 10 seasons, including 177 contests over three years in Buffalo, where he gained popularity as one of the Sabres’ frequent fighters.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres interview Bob Boughner for coaching job
Sabres prospect Cal Petersen leaves school; Giorgio Estephan still unsigned
'Petersen knows Buffalo well, having participated in four development camps. He also spent time with Sabres star Jack Eichel on Team USA at the World Championship earlier this spring.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Cal Petersen leaves school; Giorgio Estephan still unsigned
Notre Dame hockey junior goaltender Cal Petersen to turn pro
'Petersen was a fifth round pick (129th overall) by Buffalo in the 2013 NHL Draft. He could choose to sign with the Sabres or become a free agent later this summer.' … [Read more...] about Notre Dame hockey junior goaltender Cal Petersen to turn pro
Irish goalie Cal Petersen to leave school, sign NHL contract
'Petersen was a fifth-round pick by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2013 NHL draft (129th overall). The Sabres now have 30 days to sign Petersen before he’s eligible to become a rookie free agent and sign with another team.' … [Read more...] about Irish goalie Cal Petersen to leave school, sign NHL contract
Cal Petersen is leaving school
'I’ve spoken to Petersen a couple of times during the Sabres Prospect Camps and he was always very impressed with the organization and how he was treated.' … [Read more...] about Cal Petersen is leaving school
Sabres sign a goalie
'With Johansson signing, it doesn’t look good for Jason Kasdorf to be back. He was part of the Evander Kane deal, but never looked good in Buffalo or Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign a goalie
Eichel is excited about Botterill
'One of the weaknesses of the last regime was communication. Terry Pegula has spoken about it a lot and Eichel said, “Just having an open relationship and trying to keep everyone informed, let everyone know where they are in different situations. It will be important for us. Communication’s a big thing, and he seems like a great communicator.”' … [Read more...] about Eichel is excited about Botterill
Report: Sabres interviewed Boughner on Tuesday
'Boughner has been a name that had been rumored to be of interest for the Sabres. He has spent the past two seasons behind the bench with the Sharks as an assistant coach on Peter DeBoer's staff. Boughner has also spent time in the National Hockey League as an assistant with the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2010-11 season.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres interviewed Boughner on Tuesday
Bove: Sabres should hire Housley and be done with it
'"I mean learning from a guy who is in the hall of fame and is not too far removed from his playing days and the way he played, the success he had, it's so easy to learn and listen from a guy like that," Predators defenseman Ryan Ellis said on Monday. "He sees the game a lot of the way our D see it and the way the game is played now and he gets it."' … [Read more...] about Bove: Sabres should hire Housley and be done with it
Sabres have 30 days to sign Cal Petersen, can they get a deal done?
'From the people I've spoken with, Petersen isn't ready to make the jump to the NHL just yet. But if that's what he wants, the Sabres might not be one of his more intriguing options. Sure, they could make Petersen the backup next year. But as far as long-term development that doesn't seem like the best idea.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have 30 days to sign Cal Petersen, can they get a deal done?
Jack Eichel says hiring of Sabres coach 'out of my control:' report
'"Obviously, the last two years, Tim and Dan have been nothing but great to me. I can't say anything bad. They treated me well and took care of me. I've got to thank Tim for drafting me and Dan for being my first coach in the NHL. I learned a lot from him."' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel says hiring of Sabres coach ‘out of my control:’ report
Sabres sign Johansson to entry-level contract
'Buffalo's third-round pick (61st overall) in the 2014 NHL Draft, Johansson spent three seasons with Almtuna of Sweden's second professional league prior to joining the Americans last season. In those three seasons, Johansson registered a 47-38 record with a 2.36 goals-against average and a .911 save percentage. Dating back to 2013-14, he has also appeared in eight games in … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Johansson to entry-level contract