'Wilson failed to record a point while playing in 17 games this season with Detroit, which acquired the 25-year-old Ontario native from the Pittsburgh Penguins on Oct. 21. Wilson also did not notch a point in three games with the Penguins this season. … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire LW Wilson from Red Wings’
Archives for December 2017
Sabres recall F Rodrigues
'Rodrigues, 24, will join the Sabres for his first recall of the season after appearing in 30 games with the team during his second professional season in 2016-17 and recording six points (four goals, two assists).' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall F Rodrigues
Moulson move a message to players
'Moulson is very popular in the locker room, especially with Jack Eichel and Kyle Okposo. Housley said, “I guess they can read it the way the want it, I just find it’s tough as a coach to make a decision like that to let a good person go, but under the circumstances that we’re in, I’m sure there’s going to be a lot of guys affected, maybe emotionally, maybe it’s motivationally. … [Read more...] about Moulson move a message to players
Sabres acquire Wilson from Detroit
'Wilson is likely to fit is as a depth forward with the Sabres. Botterill is very familiar with Wilson from his time in Pittsburgh with the Penguins and with their AHL affiliate in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Wilson from Detroit
Sabres place Matt Moulson on waivers
'Moulson, 34, appeared in 14 games with the Sabres this season, failing to register a point. In 2014-2015, Moulson signed a five-year, $25 million contract with the Sabres. Moulson is set to become an unrestricted free-agent after the 2018-2019 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres place Matt Moulson on waivers
Sabres acquire two-time Stanley Cup champion Scott Wilson
'There's a reason Wilson appeared in 20 games with the Penguins during their most recent Stanley Cup run. If he's good enough for the Penguins in the playoffs, he's worth a look for the worst team in the NHL, plain and simple. If it doesn't work out it only cost the Sabres a fifth-round pick.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire two-time Stanley Cup champion Scott Wilson
Sabres waive veteran Matt Moulson, trade for Scott Wilson
'“It is tough, he is a good buddy,” Eichel stood at his locker and said. “I owe a lot to him. He has been there for me since the day I was drafted and I have become very close with Matt and his family and his wife and his two kids. They have been like family to me. I feel for him. He is one of the best guys you can play with and I don’t think there is a bad word to be said … [Read more...] about Sabres waive veteran Matt Moulson, trade for Scott Wilson
In an effort to foster competition, Sabres shake up personnel at forward
'Housley said the decision to waive Moulson was made after multiple conversations with general manger Jason Botterill in an effort to foster more internal competition for roster spots. The Sabres recalled Hudson Fasching on Saturday and Evan Rodrigues on Monday, with Kyle Criscuolo assigned to Rochester in a corresponding move.' … [Read more...] about In an effort to foster competition, Sabres shake up personnel at forward
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Hans Tanner, D&C's original Amerks beat writer, Hall of Famer, dies at 85 (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks mourn the loss of Hall of Famer Hans Tanner (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres Notebook: On lost weekend, Bogosian has a big return
'"You have a guy on our team step up like Bogo and fight arguably one of the tougher, stronger guys in our game and it gives our bench a big boost," added center Jack Eichel. "That's leadership there. Obviously he didn't like the way he hit 'Caber.' He's trying to get some energy going and it's a great job by him."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: On lost weekend, Bogosian has a big return
Sabres’ Zach Bogosian boosts defense
'“He’s been our best defenseman for two nights after missing 25 games, stepping in like this and providing energy,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said following Saturday’s 5-1 loss to the Penguins inside PPG Paints Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Bogosian boosts defense
End of goal drought is tiny silver lining in latest Sabres clunker
'At 6-17-4, the Sabres are playing at a 49-point pace. They totaled 52 and 54 points, respectively, in 2013-14 and 2014-15, the two years ownership green-lighted management to build them to lose to secure high draft picks.' … [Read more...] about End of goal drought is tiny silver lining in latest Sabres clunker
Sabres Notebook: Fasching gets the call with mandate to get to the net
'"It's pretty much one of the first things I heard," Fasching, 22, said before the game. "I'll definitely be around the net tonight. That's definitely a theme for me and I'm not afraid to get there."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Fasching gets the call with mandate to get to the net
The Wraparound: Penguins 5, Sabres 1
'Pominville took a backhand feed by Jack Eichel and slammed home a one-timer from the right circle at 11:18 of the third period to pull the Sabres within 3-1. It ended their franchise-record scoreless streak at 232 minutes, 9 seconds, which dated to Kyle Okposo's empty-net goal with 51 seconds left Nov. 24 against Edmonton.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Penguins 5, Sabres 1
Sabres finally score goal, still lose to Penguins
'The hapless Sabres were still a long way from tying the 1928-29 Chicago Blackhawks’ NHL record of getting shut out in eight consecutive games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres finally score goal, still lose to Penguins