'"It's not another franchise that moved to Vegas. I'm not betraying anybody. This is ours," Kraft said. "It's not like they're the Maple Leafs or somebody awful like that. I'll be happy if Buffalo ever gets it together enough to win a Cup, but that's not gonna diminish how happy I'll be if the Knights win."' … [Read more...] about In Las Vegas, converted fans from Buffalo swept up in Stanley Cup hysteria
Archives for May 2018
Stanley Cup notebook: Bettman lauds Kim Pegula's increased role
'The NHL opened two new arenas to spectacular reviews this season, T-Mobile and Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Many other mid-'90s places like Buffalo have either been heavily renovated or are currently undergoing the process. Declining arena issues in places like Long Island and Calgary have long been a talking point for Bettman at these sessions, but Buffalo is not in that … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup notebook: Bettman lauds Kim Pegula’s increased role
Vegas' William Karlsson on Rasmus Dahlin: 'He's got some nasty moves'
'"I've seen all his highlights and he's got some nasty moves and he's going to be a great, great player in the National Hockey League. He gets a lot of attention back home and rightfully so. It's good to see him get that. There's been a lot of Swedes in this league and it's another chance to show there's great players from Sweden."' … [Read more...] about Vegas’ William Karlsson on Rasmus Dahlin: ‘He’s got some nasty moves’
The story behind young Ovechkin's Sabres jacket
'"It was cold. My dad gave me that jacket. But you know my favorite team was San Jose," Ovechkin said when asked about the photo by The Buffalo News during his session at Stanley Cup Media Day. "Back then we can't order, we can't buy stuff with the logo. If we have something, you wear it because back then, for me and for kids, they don't care if it's like a Detroit or Vancouver … [Read more...] about The story behind young Ovechkin’s Sabres jacket
Housley has fond memories of Caps' run to '98 Cup final
'"It was a great period and time for me," Housley told The News by phone from his home outside St. Paul, Minnesota. "We had such a solid team. Ron Wilson was our coach, Olie the Goalie was tremendous and it showed that you can't get to the Stanley Cup final without great goaltending. I just remember what a tight group it was. We had a lot of different personalities and meshed … [Read more...] about Housley has fond memories of Caps’ run to ’98 Cup final
Inside the Sabres: The need to bond with Buffalo
'"You can get great players to come through Buffalo and play for their sports teams, but that doesn't make them a true Buffalonian," Kaleta said. "Those are the guys that go out in the community and do stuff and understand what Buffalo is all about."' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: The need to bond with Buffalo
Inside the NHL: Storylines all over for amazing Cup final matchup
'Everyone on this team plays with a chip. Even coach Gerard Gallant was cast aside by the Florida Panthers, who should get Christmas cards from Vegas fans forever for the gifts they provided in expansion.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Storylines all over for amazing Cup final matchup
Dahlin, expected No. 1 pick in 2018 NHL Draft, seems destined for stardom
'But amid the comparisons, the biggest compliment of all might be this: Scouts, coaches and players who have been around the left-shot defenseman, expected to be selected No. 1 by the Buffalo Sabres next month in the 2018 NHL Draft, say he should make a name for himself in the NHL in no time.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin, expected No. 1 pick in 2018 NHL Draft, seems destined for stardom
Housley on Dahlin: 'I've been watching on YouTube and, boy, it's incredible'
'"I know these are highlights and he's a young man and has to mature and really get to the NHL and North American game," the Buffalo head coach said by phone Friday from his home in suburban St. Paul, "but just seeing his poise and his hockey IQ of processing the game at a high speed is really, really something. I've been watching on YouTube and, boy, it's incredible. He's … [Read more...] about Housley on Dahlin: ‘I’ve been watching on YouTube and, boy, it’s incredible’
It's official: Sharks sending a first-round pick to Sabres for Kane
'The San Jose Sharks signed Kane to a seven-year, $49 million contract Thursday, officially giving a first-round pick to the Sabres as a condition of their February trade. The Sharks said the 2019 pick is lottery protected, so if they miss the playoffs next season, the first-round selection can slide to 2020.' … [Read more...] about It’s official: Sharks sending a first-round pick to Sabres for Kane
Kim Pegula on KeyBank Center, Sabres and winning draft lottery
'The PSE president and Sabres co-owner/president said replacing the facility is no less a consideration than a major renovation.' … [Read more...] about Kim Pegula on KeyBank Center, Sabres and winning draft lottery
Sabres will receive first-round pick from Sharks for Evander Kane
'Kane has compiled 186 goals and 354 points in 574 games, including 29 goals and 54 points in 78 contests in 2017-18. If he had hit the open market, he likely would’ve been one of the most coveted forwards.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will receive first-round pick from Sharks for Evander Kane
The Sharks have agreed to terms with Evander Kane on a seven-year deal
'After everything that had happened with Kane since arriving in Buffalo, Botterill had no desire to keep him here or offer him a new deal. He knew the numbers and it didn’t add up for what he’s trying to do in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about The Sharks have agreed to terms with Evander Kane on a seven-year deal
Sharks sign Evander Kane to 7-year-deal, Sabres get 1st round pick
'However, the selection is lottery protected so if the Sharks don't make the playoffs next year, the Sabres selection moves to 2020 according to the Associated Press.' … [Read more...] about Sharks sign Evander Kane to 7-year-deal, Sabres get 1st round pick
Sabres sign Rasmus Asplund to three-year, entry-level deal
'The deal carries a cap hit of $845,000 per season, a source told The News. Asplund would earn $742,500 this season, $867,500 in 2019-20 and $925,000 in 2020-21.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Rasmus Asplund to three-year, entry-level deal