'The Sabres powerplay, which had scored five goals against the Boston Bruins on Saturday, added three more tallies against the Penguins on Monday night. However, the Penguins battened down the hatches in the final 20 minutes, and get the go-ahead goal in the third to beat the Sabres 5-3.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop Prospects Challenge finale to Pittsburgh 5-3
Archives for September 2017
Botterill says he's trying to do an Eichel extension now
'Eichel does still have a year remaining on his entry-level deal with the Sabres, and he would then be a restricted free agent. The one positive out of this situation is that the Sabres aren't worried about Eichel leaving this year. However, the team certainly wants to sign their top guy on a long-term deal sooner rather than later. Also, Eichel is likely going to want a … [Read more...] about Botterill says he’s trying to do an Eichel extension now
Sabres GM Jason Botterill on Jack Eichel: "Hoping to get a deal here done shortly"
'"In a situation like this, it's an important deal for the organization, it's an important deal for Jack," Botterill added Monday. "All I would say is that I still think conversations are very cordial, very positive from that standpoint and when you have both parties wanting to get a deal done, I do believe eventually a deal will get done."' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill on Jack Eichel: “Hoping to get a deal here done shortly”
5 Observations from the Sabres Prospects Challenge
'For my money, Brendan Guhle was the Sabres MVP during the Prospects Challenge and no one else was really close. That's not to say that other players didn't have impressive tournaments, Guhle was just stellar.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations from the Sabres Prospects Challenge
Sabres fall to Penguins in Prospects Challenge finale, 5-3
'It did, with Brendan Guhle, Justin Bailey and C.J. Smith all finding the back of the net against Pittsburgh. However, it wasn’t enough in a 5-3 loss.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Penguins in Prospects Challenge finale, 5-3
Sabres hope to extend Eichel soon
'"I think you've seen [Eichel's] comments; he's focused on the season, focused on coming into training camp. We've been interacting with him, and it's been fun and we're really looking forward to getting on the ice with him."' … [Read more...] about Sabres hope to extend Eichel soon
Despite outcome on Monday, Sabres proud of performance at prospects camp
'"I'm very happy with the guys," Taylor said. "They committed to do what we asked them to do. They made an impression on everybody. It was the right step for the organization."' … [Read more...] about Despite outcome on Monday, Sabres proud of performance at prospects camp
Sabres have eyes on a title with real prize looming this week
'Buffalo will wrap up its Prospects Challenge at 7 p.m. Monday when it hosts Pittsburgh in HarborCenter. Both teams are 1-0-1, and the winner will finish with the best record in the four-team tournament.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have eyes on a title with real prize looming this week
Sabres rookie C.J. Smith enjoying Buffalo
'“Sometimes I’m not the flashiest guy out there, but I have good details, good habits,” said Smith, whose Sabres close the tournament tonight against the Pittsburgh Penguins.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie C.J. Smith enjoying Buffalo
On man-advantage, Sabres' Guhle clearly has staying power
'Guhle had a goal and two assists as the Sabres pulled away from Boston, 7-4, in full and rollicking HarborCenter. The Sabres' power play went an impressive 5 for 8, and Guhle jump-started it.' … [Read more...] about On man-advantage, Sabres’ Guhle clearly has staying power
Sabres Notebook: Taylor provides familiar face; newcomers out to make name
'"Just like the players, I'm so excited to be here and be part of this new culture here with the Sabres, the new organization, how we're going to run it," Taylor said. "Everybody's new, everybody's happy. It's a refreshing start for everybody."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Taylor provides familiar face; newcomers out to make name
The Wraparound: Sabres 7, Bruins 4
'Alex Nylander, who hoped to use the tournament as a springboard to Buffalo's NHL training camp, missed Saturday night's 7-4 victory over the Bruins with a lower-body injury. The Sabres will also hold the forward out of Monday's finale for precautionary reasons.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 7, Bruins 4
Harvard graduate Colin Blackwell impressing Sabres
'“I’ve always learned that being patient, good things will happen and something will pop up,” Blackwell said. “I think the only thing that I can do – and it’s kind of the hardest thing for an athlete – is kind of believe in yourself. Confidence is everything.' … [Read more...] about Harvard graduate Colin Blackwell impressing Sabres
Nylander out of Prospects Challenge with lower-body injury
'The eighth overall pick in 2016 compiled 28 points (10 goals, 18 assists) in 65 games for the Rochester Americans of the American Hockey League last season. In four career games with the Sabres, the 19-year-old has recorded one assist and a minus-two rating.' … [Read more...] about Nylander out of Prospects Challenge with lower-body injury
Powerplay clicks all night; Sabres down the Bruins 7-4
'Of the seven goals, the Sabres scored five powerplay goals and a shorthanded goal to help propel them to a 7-4 win.' … [Read more...] about Powerplay clicks all night; Sabres down the Bruins 7-4