'Rob Ray won the trophy in 1999. He is the only Sabre to win the award.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Eichel nominated for the King Clancy Award
Archives for April 2019
Eichel selected as Sabres' nominee for King Clancy Trophy
'The trophy is awarded annually to the player who "best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community." Rob Ray won the award in 1999 for his work with Roswell Park and Children's Hospital, among other organizations.' … [Read more...] about Eichel selected as Sabres’ nominee for King Clancy Trophy
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
5 things to know about the Amerks playoff series vs Toronto (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks playoff schedule: Games 1 and 2 are at home vs. Toronto (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Adding depth scoring among Sabres' offseason priorities
'"I think it’s imperative for us moving forward that we continue to develop skill, to add skill to our forward group," Botterill said during a news conference to address Phil Housley's firing. "It was great to see this year the success of Jack Eichel, Sam Reinhart having a career year. ... But we relied on them too much. We have to continue to develop our young players in our … [Read more...] about Adding depth scoring among Sabres’ offseason priorities
Offering another chance to ex-head coach could benefit Sabres
'Mike Sullivan became an NHL head coach in 2003 at 37, just two years after his playing career ended. Following two seasons in Boston – the Bruins earned 104 points in Sullivan’s first season – he bounced around as an assistant for seven years.' … [Read more...] about Offering another chance to ex-head coach could benefit Sabres
NHL rumors: Sabres' GM Jason Botterill facing a critical offseason
'Finding a suitable replacement for Housley is an obvious priority. The Sabres are making their fifth coaching change since 2013 and there's a critical need for stability behind the bench.' … [Read more...] about NHL rumors: Sabres’ GM Jason Botterill facing a critical offseason
Good former NHL coaches just aren't in great supply right now
'Jason Botterill is looking for a good communicator and somebody with presence. I’m starting to wonder if the second part of that is even out there. Mike Yeo, Todd Richards, Kevin Dineen, Kirk Muller, Michel Therrien, really? None of those names excite me in the least to bring into Buffalo to turn this team around.' … [Read more...] about Good former NHL coaches just aren’t in great supply right now
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerk overcame 2 life-threatening injuries in career, today he wins best AHL defenseman (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks playoff schedule: Games 1 and 2 are at home vs. Toronto (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks’ Redmond earns Eddie Shore Award (TheAHL.com) Redmond named winner of Eddie Shore Award (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres sign Providence's Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
'“They give me things that they want me to do every game,” Bryson said, “and I think it’s my job to kind of get to those expectations every game, because you don’t want to have one good game, one bad game. You want to play every game at your best. I try to reach those expectations of what they give me, just little tips here and there. I get tips from [Providence] Coach [Nate] … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Providence’s Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
Sabres sign Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
'The Sabres drafted Bryson in the fourth round, 99th overall, in 2017.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
Sabres sign Providence defenseman Bryson to 3-year contract
'The signing announced Monday comes after Providence’s season ended with a 4-1 loss to eventual national champion Minnesota Duluth in the Frozen Four semifinals held in Buffalo on Thursday. Bryson was the Friars’ team captain and finished his junior season with four goals and a career-high 28 points in 42 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Providence defenseman Bryson to 3-year contract
The Sabres sign Jacob Bryson from Providence
'He is small, but he’s very quick. I also liked that he took on a 6’2 forward, stood him up and rode him to the corner, despite being quite a bit smaller.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres sign Jacob Bryson from Providence
Sabres sign defenseman Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
'The former Providence defenseman has signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Buffalo Sabres which is set to begin starting with the 2019-2020 season. Bryson will sign an amateur tryout contract and reporting to the Rochester Americans ahead of the AHL playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign defenseman Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
Sabres, Bryson agree to entry-level deal
'Bryson (5'9", 178 lbs., 11/18/1997) recently completed his junior season at Providence College, earning Hockey East Second Team All-Star honors after recording 28 points (4+24) in 42 games and serving as a team captain for the Friars. Bryson set new career highs in both assists and points in 2018-19 and recorded an assist in all three NCAA Tournament games to help lead his … [Read more...] about Sabres, Bryson agree to entry-level deal
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Zach Redmond becomes offensive force for Amerks from the blue line (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage