'"Although I haven’t been the [recent] head coach myself, it’s given me the opportunity to have a lot of conversations about processes that are going on, speed of the National Hockey League, how it’s increased and flow of the game, how it’s opened up a lot more," he said. "I think that’s going to be important. While we’re building, I need to be clearer on the way we want to … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger arrives in Buffalo, ready to dedicate his time to leading Sabres
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New Sabres coach Ralph Krueger confident in Skinner's return, Sabres' future
'"For me, more than anything, the conversation was about how I as a coach would like to utilize his skill set and his talent," Krueger said during the 20-minute news conference. "I work on the basis that Jeff Skinner is a Buffalo Sabre and as a result that’s how our conversation went. Everything else Jason has complete control of that process and it will happen for what is best … [Read more...] about New Sabres coach Ralph Krueger confident in Skinner’s return, Sabres’ future
New coach Ralph Krueger on Jack Eichel, style of play, analytics and building the Sabres
'“I think to grow up in Winnipeg you know all about the history of the Buffalo Sabres. It's an organization that coming in the top 14 teams has left an amazing footprint as far as having personalities come through here. I also have many close friends who have been a part of this organization, whether it's just recently working with Miroslav Satan, Uwe Krupp who is a good friend … [Read more...] about New coach Ralph Krueger on Jack Eichel, style of play, analytics and building the Sabres
Sabres coach Ralph Krueger arrives in Buffalo ready for new challenge
'“While we’re building, I need to be clearer on the way we want to approach the game and what’s best for the final roster that we have and how I can put those pieces into play,” Krueger said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres coach Ralph Krueger arrives in Buffalo ready for new challenge
Ralph Krueger believes Jeff Skinner wants to stay with Sabres
'“It was really just the flow of the conversation that made me feel comfortable. I felt he really loved to be here and that he was happy to be here.”' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger believes Jeff Skinner wants to stay with Sabres
Skinner’s contract overshadows new Sabres coach’s arrival
'The Sabres maintain an edge in re-signing Skinner because under league rules they can offer him an eight-year contract. He would be limited to signing a seven-year deal in free agency.' … [Read more...] about Skinner’s contract overshadows new Sabres coach’s arrival
Krueger - "I work on the basis that Jeff Skinner is a Buffalo Sabre"
'"His tone and his voice, when it came to the past and the future, he was comfortable on that line. I initiated the call in that way and it never went another direction. Jeff had the opportunity to change direction if he wanted to, it was the flow of the conversation that made me feel comfortable."' … [Read more...] about Krueger – “I work on the basis that Jeff Skinner is a Buffalo Sabre”
Sabres' Botterill is still confident he'll come to an agreement with Jeff Skinner
'Many fans feel there’s no chance that Skinner is coming back because the process has taken so long. Botterill said, “People always want a deal done as of yesterday, but both sides have understood that we wanted to get the head coach in place and then we could ramp up our discussions and we’ve certainly done that and I feel good where it’s at right now and hopefully we can … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Botterill is still confident he’ll come to an agreement with Jeff Skinner
Relax Sabres fans
'I’ve felt all along that Skinner would be re-signed for a few reasons including the eighth year that other teams won’t be able to offer and the ability to play with Jack Eichel who played a key role in Skinner’s career best 40 goal season. I know we are talking about a lot of money and a contract that will take Skinner to age 35 but I think Botterill knows how important … [Read more...] about Relax Sabres fans
Ralph Krueger confident the Sabres will sign Jeff Skinner
'The new head coach and Skinner shared a lengthy conversation over the phone shortly after Krueger was hired by the Sabres. Throughout the course of the conversation, Krueger said Skinner focused on the future and never took the talks in a different direction.' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger confident the Sabres will sign Jeff Skinner
Ralph Krueger talks for first time in Buffalo
'Another note, he hopes to talk with all of the players on the roster in the next few weeks, and hopes to have a coaching staff in place by the end of June.' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger talks for first time in Buffalo
Krueger & Botterill remain confident Sabres can re-sign Skinner
'"I felt that he really loved to be here. That he was happy to be here," Krueger said of the tone and direction of his initial phone call with Skinner.' … [Read more...] about Krueger & Botterill remain confident Sabres can re-sign Skinner
Skinner contract top priority for Sabres, GM says
'"I understand people always want a deal as of yesterday," Botterill said. "I think there's just an urgency because we've always wanted the player. We've always wanted to have him back. We want him to be part of our group moving forward here and we've always continued to try to look at our group and try and add to our group versus trying to replace."' … [Read more...] about Skinner contract top priority for Sabres, GM says
Krueger talks conversations with players, coaching staff and more
'"Many good things have been done here over the last few years. I really respect how hard everybody's been working at getting the players to where they are now. I'm happy to be stepping into a team that has a foundation, has a basis that I can build on. I could feel that in the conversations with both. I really look forward to going to work with both. I think all of us came out … [Read more...] about Krueger talks conversations with players, coaching staff and more
Botterill, Krueger discuss 'positive' discussions with Skinner
'"I'd say discussions continue to go very well, but as I've said before, you never have a deal completely done until there's a signature on there," Botterill said. "But I think, as I've said before, through the whole process both sides want to get a deal."' … [Read more...] about Botterill, Krueger discuss ‘positive’ discussions with Skinner