'"Playing center anywhere in the NHL is tough. You have to play the whole rink and be responsible no matter what system you're in," Mittelstadt said after practice Monday in KeyBank Center. "Ralph has told us to rely on instincts a lot, make your own reads and I'm getting more comfortable with it."' … [Read more...] about After slow start to preseason, Casey Mittelstadt hoping to find middle ground for Sabres
Archives for September 24, 2019
Clarence native, Cup champ Kevyn Adams named Sabres senior VP of business
'Adams, 44, will be taking on a business role and he will not be involved in hockey operations. After an 11-year playing career in the NHL with six teams, Adams originally joined the Sabres in 2009 as player development coach and served as assistant coach from 2011-2013. He was named vice president and director of the Academy of Hockey at LECOM Harborcenter in October 2013, a … [Read more...] about Clarence native, Cup champ Kevyn Adams named Sabres senior VP of business
Sabres’ Evan Rodrigues confident after showcasing versatility last season
'“I have all the confidence in my ability, I have all the confidence in my defensive ability, I have all the confidence in my speed and my skill to play with everyone in this league,” he said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Evan Rodrigues confident after showcasing versatility last season
Prospect Dylan Cozens still with Sabres, but for how long?
'“We love the way he’s involving himself in the group and looking for his opportunity here. Let’s let him continue to push the group for now."' … [Read more...] about Prospect Dylan Cozens still with Sabres, but for how long?
Sabres have renewed hopes with Krueger on board as coach
'“I talked to five or six guys after. Ralph talked for 15 or 20 minutes, and every single one of them said they wanted to run through a wall after he was done talking,” he said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have renewed hopes with Krueger on board as coach
Sabres' Johansson is OK if they want him at center
'Johansson doesn’t know if playing center is permanent, but if it is, he said, “Yes, that’s fine, if that’s what Ralph wants me to do, I’m up for it because it’s whatever I can do to help this team win, that’s what I’m here for.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Johansson is OK if they want him at center
Sabres add Kevyn Adams to front office
'Adams played 11 seasons in the National Hockey League with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Columbus Blue Jackets, Florida Panthers, Carolina Hurricanes, Phoenix Coyotes and Chicago Blackhawks before joining the Sabres organization. Despite never playing for Buffalo during his career, Adams, a native of Clarence, New York, has become a major contributor within the organization.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add Kevyn Adams to front office
Sabres Coming Together Ahead of Final Preseason Matchups
'“I think it’s coming together nice,” said Sabres forward Jeff Skinner. “Obviously today’s the first time we got together with one group. I think that’s nice. There’s some of the guys who I hadn’t been on the ice with. I think it’s a process. We’re going in the right direction, that’s the big thing. We’ve still got some work to do but it’s going in the right direction which is … [Read more...] about Sabres Coming Together Ahead of Final Preseason Matchups
Breaking down the Sabres' roster entering the final phase of camp
'Here's a positional breakdown of the team's camp roster with two preseason games remaining.' … [Read more...] about Breaking down the Sabres’ roster entering the final phase of camp
Sabres assign Dea to Rochester
'Dea signed a two-year deal with the Sabres on July 1.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Dea to Rochester
Sabres name Kevyn Adams Senior VP of Business Administration
'"Kevyn has been a valuable member of our leadership team since 2013 and is the perfect person to oversee the Buffalo Sabres' day-to-day business operations," Kim Pegula said. "Kevyn brings unsurpassed experience, perspective and vision to this position. He exemplifies our company values of teamwork, respect, accountability, integrity, trust and success; and will further our … [Read more...] about Sabres name Kevyn Adams Senior VP of Business Administration
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks open camp with plenty of reinforcements yet to come from Sabres (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks open camp with familiar faces ready to overcome last year’s disappointment (WROC-TV) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage