'“We know what he can do,” Johan Larsson said of Smith after centering the Sabres’ third line between the rookie and veteran forward Kyle Okposo. “He’s a smart hockey player and you can see he’s got skills. He’s a guy who knows where to go on the ice, works hard and it was nice to see him rewarded with a first goal.”' … [Read more...] about C.J. Smith scores first NHL goal; now he wants to remain with Sabres
Archives for January 10, 2019
Sabres' Scott Wilson clears waivers, assigned to Rochester
'The Amerks assigned Judd Peterson to Cincinnati of the ECHL to make room for Wilson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Scott Wilson clears waivers, assigned to Rochester
Longtime Sabres executive Mike Gilbert, HarborCenter VP Nik Fattey resign
'Gilbert also operated the public and community relations departments of the Sabres and Bandits, supervising the youth hockey and fan development initiatives of the organizations. He also helped the lead the organization's effort to bring the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship to Buffalo last year. But the efforts of Gilbert and the local organizing team for that event were … [Read more...] about Longtime Sabres executive Mike Gilbert, HarborCenter VP Nik Fattey resign
Scott Wilson clears waivers, assigned to Amerks
'After the Sabres finish a three-game road trip next week, they don’t play again for 11 days. So joining the Amerks gives Wilson an opportunity to play regularly as he acclimates to game action again.' … [Read more...] about Scott Wilson clears waivers, assigned to Amerks
After clearing waivers, Wilson ready to continue rehab with Amerks
'"It's good to have him and his leadership around," Amerks coach Chris Taylor said. "He's got a great shot. He's a great penalty killer, and a great person. He'll support the young guys and he wants to help the team win games, it's not about him. He's unselfish."' … [Read more...] about After clearing waivers, Wilson ready to continue rehab with Amerks
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks open Hall of Fame doors for Steve Langdon, Doug Janik (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Janik, Langdon to enter Amerks Hall of Fame (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage