'The injury won't prevent Cozens from skating for the duration of summer, however, his surgically repaired thumb could limit his on- and off-ice workouts. He will also miss this summer's World Junior Summer Showcase, a tournament showcasing some of the world's top junior players, but should be able to represent Canada at the IIHF World Junior Championship this winter.' … [Read more...] about Sabres top draft pick Dylan Cozens could miss up to 3 months after surgery
Archives for July 6, 2019
Sabres Rasmus Ristolainen explains reported $135,000 speeding violation
'Ristolainen said he was surprised when police informed him he was driving 50 mph in a 25 mph zone, though he acknowledged the measured speed could be accurate. He defended himself by saying he slowed down and stopped at the next intersection.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Rasmus Ristolainen explains reported $135,000 speeding violation
Sabres re-sign Zemgus Girgensons, four others file for arbitration
'With salary arbitration, the player and team each submit their expectations for the player's salary, and the latter cannot request a reduction of greater than 15 percent. The arbitrator hears the case from both sides and renders a verdict, which sets the player's salary. The team has 48 hours to decide whether it will accept or decline the verdict, the latter of which leads to … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Zemgus Girgensons, four others file for arbitration
Sabres re-sign Zemgus Girgensons to one-year contract
'Girgensons showcased some scoring prowess early in his career – he registered 15 goals in 2014-15, the same season he was voted into the NHL All-Star Game – before settling into a checking role as a third- or fourth-liner and a penalty-killer.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Zemgus Girgensons to one-year contract
Four Sabres file for salary arbitration
'Filing, of course, doesn’t mean a player will go to arbitration. Negotiations can continue. Most contracts are settled before it reaches an arbiter.' … [Read more...] about Four Sabres file for salary arbitration
Sabres’ Dylan Cozens undergoes thumb surgery, could miss training camp
'That means Cozens, the seventh overall pick last month, could miss rookie camp or training camp in September.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dylan Cozens undergoes thumb surgery, could miss training camp
Rasmus Ristolainen, who received such a giggle, tells of a horrendous speeding situation: "I have not endangered others"
'Ristolainen refused the written procedure and stated that he wanted to go to court to investigate what had happened and to report on the events.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Ristolainen, who received such a giggle, tells of a horrendous speeding situation: “I have not endangered others”
Girgensons signs one-year qualifying offer with Sabres
'Girgensons, 25, was a former first round pick in 2012 and will be back for his seventh season with the Sabres. Girgensons has recorded 119 points (49 goals, 70 assists) in his six seasons with Buffalo, including 30 points in his second season, where he was named to the 2015 NHL All Star Game. Girgensons is now eligible to become an unrestricted free agent after the 2019-20 … [Read more...] about Girgensons signs one-year qualifying offer with Sabres
Sabres' Elie, McCabe, Rodrigues & Ullmark file for arbitration
'Earlier today, restricted free-agent forward Zemgus Girgensons re-signed with the Buffalo Sabres on a one-year, $1.6-million dollar deal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Elie, McCabe, Rodrigues & Ullmark file for arbitration
Girgensons signs 1-year, $1.6 million deal with Sabres
'Since his breakout season during the 2014-2015 season in which he scored a career high 15-goals and added 15-assists en route to an All-Star appearance, Girgensons has struggled to produce over the last four years combining to score 26 goals.' … [Read more...] about Girgensons signs 1-year, $1.6 million deal with Sabres
Cozens to miss 2-3 months after thumb surgery
'Dylan Cozens thought, based on his skating ability, he might able to make the jump to the NHL. That looks to be on hold to now.' … [Read more...] about Cozens to miss 2-3 months after thumb surgery
Sabres sign Girgensons to 1-year contract
'His 18 even-strength points marked Girgensons' highest total since he recorded a career-high 23 even-strength points in 2014-15.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Girgensons to 1-year contract
Cozens undergoes successful surgery on thumb
'His expected recovery time is approximately two to three months.' … [Read more...] about Cozens undergoes successful surgery on thumb
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks ink four to AHL contracts (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage