'Ryan O'Reilly showed off his musical talents in a recent video with Max Kerman, vocalist and guitarist for the Arkells. The Canadian rock band is coming to Artpark on Aug. 19 and jokingly tweeted the video as O'Reilly's audition tape for the gig.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ryan O’Reilly shows off his pipes with the Arkells
Archives for August 2017
Davidsson finds kindred spirit with Sabres
'"We had a pretty tough season so I had to grow up a bit in my game and not take as many risks," Davidsson said. "I had to adapt my game to the situation where my team was."' … [Read more...] about Davidsson finds kindred spirit with Sabres
Alexander Nylander unlikely to suit up for Sweden at WJC
'"I don't think so," Monten said in USA Hockey Arena. "Of course if Buffalo wants him to play, we're going to keep our door open. He for sure has a spot on our team but I think he's going to make Buffalo this year. That's why I didn't bring him. We haven't talked in the summer.' … [Read more...] about Alexander Nylander unlikely to suit up for Sweden at WJC
Davidsson ready to step up for Team Sweden
'"This week has been great. I think it's a very good start to the season to be here and represent the national team," Davidsson said. "It's a big honor for me. Well I think I've done pretty good. The first game was not the greatest but the more I played, the better it got. I will just keep working my game back in Sweden."' … [Read more...] about Davidsson ready to step up for Team Sweden
A day off for Sabres prospects as World Junior Summer Showcase continues
'Casey Mittelstadt, the Sabres first-round choice this past June, was a healthy scratch for the U.S. Cliff Pu, a third-round pick in 2016, sat out for Canada while Marcus Davidsson, picked in the second round in June, was scratched for Sweden. Meanwhile goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen played the backup role for Finland.' … [Read more...] about A day off for Sabres prospects as World Junior Summer Showcase continues
Casey Mittelstadt bringing offense to Team USA
'"He's been outstanding in camp," U.S. coach Bob Motzko said on Thursday as the American team had the day off. "He's a year older, a year wiser. He really stepped forward as a go-to guy. Ben Smith on our staff likes to say, 'Raise your hand. Tell us you're here.' And every day he's raised his hand and is standing tall.' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt bringing offense to Team USA
It's been a summer spent across North America for Luukkonen
'"I'm feeling pretty good," Luukkonen said. "The team is playing well. Maybe to my own game, I should play a little bit better but of course it's only the summer. There's time to improve."' … [Read more...] about It’s been a summer spent across North America for Luukkonen
Inside look at Buffalo Sabres
'The Buffalo Sabres are starting over after a disappointing season.' … [Read more...] about Inside look at Buffalo Sabres
Three questions facing Buffalo Sabres
'The Sabres allowed an NHL-worst 34.3 shots per game last season. The workload that created for defensemen and goaltenders meant they spent a lot of time in their end. Housley's style of play will have to address this, and the additions of defensemen Marco Scandella and Nathan Beaulieu should help.' … [Read more...] about Three questions facing Buffalo Sabres
Top prospects for Buffalo Sabres
'Guhle (6-foot-1, 186 pounds) completed his final season at the junior level with Prince George of the Western Hockey League and will most likely be a full-time player with Rochester in the AHL this season. But considering his skill set and new Sabres coach Phil Housley, Guhle could be on the fast track.' … [Read more...] about Top prospects for Buffalo Sabres
Mittelstadt making impact at World Junior Summer Showcase
'Mittelstadt arguably has been the best player for the U.S. during the World Junior Summer Showcase. He has eight points (three goals, five assists) in four games, including two goals and two assists for USA White in an 8-2 victory against Canada Red on Tuesday, and two assists in a 3-2 U.S. win against Sweden on Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt making impact at World Junior Summer Showcase
Report: Sabres, Eichel working on eight-year deal
'Sabres owner Terry Pegula touched on the Eichel topic briefly at Buffalo Bills training camp at St. John Fisher College Wednesday, telling the assembled reporters "I don't want to discuss any negotiations with Jack publicly. But, I can tell you this: We want Jack and Jack wants to be in Buffalo. That's all I can say about that."' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres, Eichel working on eight-year deal
AP source: Eichel, Sabres negotiating potential 8-year deal
'In a text to The AP, Eichel’s agent Peter Fish wrote: “We are talking and I would say that we will be continuing to talk.”' … [Read more...] about AP source: Eichel, Sabres negotiating potential 8-year deal
Report: Sabres and Eichel discussing eight-year deal
'Eichel has one year left on his entry-level deal, where he would become a restricted free agent without an extension. Connor McDavid recently signed an extension worth $100 million over eight years. The next highest paid players are Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews, and Carey Price who carry a $10.5 million cap hit.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres and Eichel discussing eight-year deal
Eichel & Sabres continuing "intense, in-depth discussions" about new contract
'"I don’t want to discuss any negotiations with Jack publicly," Pegula said. "But, I can tell you this: we want Jack and Jack wants to be in Buffalo. That’s all I can say about that."' … [Read more...] about Eichel & Sabres continuing “intense, in-depth discussions” about new contract