'“Youth needs to be part of the movement forward. You see Pittsburgh and where Botterill’s come from, you see the young players they have and how well they played, not only during the season but in the playoffs. I’m one of those guys that wants to step in and be a player that can provide at the National Hockey League level.”' … [Read more...] about New vibe with Sabres is enticing for Bailey, Baptiste, Fasching
Archives for July 9, 2017
Mike Harrington: For Brendan Guhle, new chances for a first impression
'If Guhle can play 20-plus minutes a night for a winning team, that's going to be a huge benefit for him. He's not getting that in the NHL -- yet -- even if he makes the team. But you know new coach Phil Housley is going to love the way Guhle plays.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: For Brendan Guhle, new chances for a first impression
Sabres Notebook: Sexton eager to build; Larsson signs; Zadorov thinks Russia
'“I’m a passionate guy and I’m passionate about hockey, but I’m really passionate about Buffalo and Rochester,” said Sexton, who worked with Botterill in Pittsburgh. “We’ve got an opportunity here to do something that is very unique. I’m so incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to win a Stanley Cup or two, and I want nothing more before I retire than to bring a Stanley … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Sexton eager to build; Larsson signs; Zadorov thinks Russia
Brendan Guhle, other Sabres prospects must prove themselves
'“My goal is to still make the team this year,” Guhle said. “It’s not supposed to be easy. You’re not supposed to be able just to come in and have a spot for me. I have to earn it. I’ll have to show them in the training camp and preseason I’m ready to play.”' … [Read more...] about Brendan Guhle, other Sabres prospects must prove themselves
Sabres sign Johan Larsson to two-year contract
'Larsson, 24, compiled six goals and 11 points in 36 games before a dislocated elbow and wrist ended his season Dec. 31. Before getting hurt, Larsson usually pivoted the Sabres’ third line, showcasing a tenacious two-way game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Johan Larsson to two-year contract
Sabres sign F Larsson for two years
'The 5-foot-11, 200-pound Larsson has registered 22 goals and 48 points in five seasons, the last four with the Sabres. He scored a career-high 10 goals in 2015-16.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign F Larsson for two years
Sexton ready to lead the Amerks back to the top
'"We were incredibly fortunate to work with great people in Pittsburgh and capture two Stanley Cups," said Sexton with the media following the first session of development camp. "For most of my career I've been a builder, and I was able to achieve the ultimate prize in Pittsburgh. When Jason asked me to come aboard, I thought this was the just the perfect opportunity to start … [Read more...] about Sexton ready to lead the Amerks back to the top
Guhle is excited about having Housley here
'Guhle is spending the summer trying to add some weight. He told me he's almost to 200 pounds. He wants to stay at that weight and then work on his skills for the rest of the summer. He said, “I feel stronger, more powerful in my skating, my shot feels more strong.”' … [Read more...] about Guhle is excited about having Housley here
Sabres get Larsson signed to a two-year deal
'Larsson has had good success the past two season playing with Marcus Foligno and Brian Gionta. Foligno has been traded to Minnesota and Gionta has not been re-signed. If I had to slot him now, I’d have him between Benoit Pouliot and Jason Pominville.' … [Read more...] about Sabres get Larsson signed to a two-year deal
Fresh start, same goal for Fasching & Baptiste as Development Camp begins
'"I'm just trying to keep learning and obviously keep getting better and staying healthy is obviously going to be a big thing for me moving forward," Fasching told reporters after the first skating session. "Obviously being hurt was not fun. I don't want to do that again. Otherwise just have fun with it and keep moving forward."' … [Read more...] about Fresh start, same goal for Fasching & Baptiste as Development Camp begins
Guhle excited to play for Housley, battle for roster spot
'“I’ll have to show them in training camp and in the preseason that I’m ready to play, and I’m sure if I’m ready they’ll do what’s best for me."' … [Read more...] about Guhle excited to play for Housley, battle for roster spot
Sabres, Larsson agree to new 2-year contract
'Larsson had established himself nicely a year ago, centering a productive third line before a wrist injury and surgery saw him miss the final 46 games of the regular season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Larsson agree to new 2-year contract
Sabres preaching development, not evaluation, at Day 1 of camp
'"Clearly, the word 'development' is strategic to us," Sexton said. "It truly is about development, and only a small part of it is about what happens on the ice. More importantly, it's what happens off the ice. I think Jason Long and his staff have put together a very good program, and that was Jason Botterill's message to the kids today.' … [Read more...] about Sabres preaching development, not evaluation, at Day 1 of camp
Davidsson matured during first season in SHL
'"It's very professional," he said. "All the testing and stuff that we have done, it's much more advanced than anything I've done before. All the coaches and teammates, everybody is just so professional. It's so fun to be here."' … [Read more...] about Davidsson matured during first season in SHL
Sabres, Larsson agree to 2-year contract
'Larsson (5'11", 200 lbs., 7/25/1992) posted 11 points (6+5) and 20 penalty minutes in 36 games last season before sustaining a wrist injury that caused him to miss the team's final 46 contests. During his five-year NHL career, Larsson has recorded 48 points (22+26) in 178 games, including seven career game-winning goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Larsson agree to 2-year contract