'“New management and stuff comes in … they want to reevaluate,” Lehner said Thursday following a late-summer workout. “I have full respect for that.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Robin Lehner not out to prove himself
Archives for August 2017
Bogosian is looking forward to this season
'Phil Housley did wonders with the defensemen the past four seasons in Nashville and Bogosian can't wait to work with him, “In my short conversations I've had with him, I really like where he's going and where he's coming from.” “Skating is definitely my strong point,” Bogosian said. “Last year and the year before I felt like I was handcuffed back there. I don't think I got a … [Read more...] about Bogosian is looking forward to this season
Sabres new guys get numbers; 7 players change theirs
'Pominville gets #29 back, while Jake McCabe switches to #19. McCabe wore 19 in college with Wisconsin as well as in World Juniors when he captained Team USA to the gold medal in 2013. McCabe couldn't get 19 when he started with the Sabres as Cody Hodgson had it at the time. Pominville's back up plan likely would've been #50, which he wore in juniors and in Europe during the … [Read more...] about Sabres new guys get numbers; 7 players change theirs
Butcher passes on Sabres; signs with Devils
'If Butcher had signed with the Sabres, he likely would have started in the AHL with the Rochester Americans playing behind a defenseman like Brendan Guhle. He would be the sixth left-handed defenseman on the depth chart in Buffalo, and his chances of playing in the NHL will likely be sooner with the Devils than the Sabres. For what Butcher wanted in his new contract, the … [Read more...] about Butcher passes on Sabres; signs with Devils
Will Butcher taking his talents elsewhere, chooses New Jersey
'Fear not, the sky isn't falling and things will be okay. Adding Butcher into the organization would've been a low-risk move that could've paid dividends but he's not a lock to be a great NHL player.' … [Read more...] about Will Butcher taking his talents elsewhere, chooses New Jersey
Sabres notebook: Butcher nearing decision, Amerks slate HarborCenter exhibition
'Butcher met with the Sabres here last week and was caught in the Denver airport carrying a Sabres duffel bag on his return home. His signing would thrust him into a competition with a suddenly crowded Buffalo blueline.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Butcher nearing decision, Amerks slate HarborCenter exhibition
Lehner has had a grueling summer
'“We went into the summer looking for some type of term, but I'm fine with a one-year deal. I have full confidence in my abilities. Professionally for my future it makes more sense. I wanted a long term, but my agents were always telling me to do a one-year deal here.”' … [Read more...] about Lehner has had a grueling summer
Sabres rookie Victor Antipin excited to showcase skills in NHL
'“The NHL is the best league in the world, and I want to try to play here,” Antipin said. “It’s interesting for me to play here.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Victor Antipin excited to showcase skills in NHL
NHL free agent Will Butcher will choose from 'as many as 10 teams' Sunday
'"Butcher, 22, participated in the University of Denver's pro camp Thursday," The Post reported. "Through a DU spokesman, he said he will not skate in Friday's final session -- presumably to make another visit to an NHL franchise. The defending Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins are believed to be among his suitors, along with the Buffalo Sabres, New Jersey Devils and … [Read more...] about NHL free agent Will Butcher will choose from ‘as many as 10 teams’ Sunday
Report: Butcher to make NHL decision by Sunday
'According to Morreale, Butcher still has two visits scheduled with teams before heading home to Wisconsin on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Report: Butcher to make NHL decision by Sunday
Antipin settling in with the Sabres
'Hockey tends to be a universal culture and players in the NHL are generally very welcoming to new players. Antipin appears to be off to a good start.' … [Read more...] about Antipin settling in with the Sabres
Will Butcher could make NHL decision by Sunday
'According to multiple reports, Butcher narrowed his options down to the Buffalo Sabres, New Jersey Devils and expansion Vegas Golden Knights.' … [Read more...] about Will Butcher could make NHL decision by Sunday
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks announce preseason games against Toronto Marlies (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Fan feedback a key as Sabres add new ticketing, game-night initiatives
'"We did a survey last season to really do a deep dive and find out some of the concerns, some of the things our fans want to see and want to have," said Mike Gilbert, Sabres senior vice president. "Sometimes we think we know what they want. It's no different than any business. ... When you actually talk to them and find out some of things that really matter to them, you learn. … [Read more...] about Fan feedback a key as Sabres add new ticketing, game-night initiatives
Botterill said things are positive with Eichel
'“The bottom line is we want to get him signed, he wants to be part of Buffalo moving forward. In all our interactions whether with myself or Phil Housley, Jack has been extremely excited about communicating with us. I know he’s working extremely hard to make sure that he stays healthy and he’s hoping to be a leader to taking this team to the next level.”' … [Read more...] about Botterill said things are positive with Eichel