'Ralph Krueger likes what he’s seen so far from the youngster, “I’ve talked about the aggressive defense that we’d like to play and it doesn’t mean always running over everybody wildly without any type of plan. It’s structured kind of pressure on the other team and players like Will are really helpful to bring that into fruition here and I think we’re way, way further ahead … [Read more...] about Borgen relishing his opportunity with the Sabres
Archives for September 2019
Sabres blanked in 3-0 preseason loss to Leafs
'Tage Thompson and Dylan Cozens continued to have strong preseason showings, but it wasn’t enough Friday night in a 3-0 loss to the Maple Leafs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres blanked in 3-0 preseason loss to Leafs
Cozens continues to impress with maturity in Toronto
'"It's interesting how somebody with that much skill and personality is able to adjust in such a short period of time," Krueger said. "He started camp a little tentative and hesitant. The last few days, we noticed it already in practice, he was opening up a little bit and just playing his game. Tonight, we saw the confirmation of that."' … [Read more...] about Cozens continues to impress with maturity in Toronto
With Brandon Montour sidelined, pressure increases on Sabres' defensive depth
'"I wouldn't expect him right off the hop but pretty soon thereafter," Krueger said after practice in KeyBank Center. "At the moment, we're going through camp with this situation and we'll work on it. He can keep his lower body moving, which is important. He's worked so hard after the (knee) injury to get up to speed. So if there is a positive in this, it's that. At least he … [Read more...] about With Brandon Montour sidelined, pressure increases on Sabres’ defensive depth
Sabres believe they possess depth to handle Brandon Montour’s injury
'“He’s a very big deal,” defenseman Rasmus Dahlin said after the Sabres prepared for Friday’s road game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, the start of a home-and-home series. “He’s done a lot for our team.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres believe they possess depth to handle Brandon Montour’s injury
Sabres defenseman Brandon Montour out with hand injury
'The team said it will provide an update on his status at the end camp. It’s unclear when Montour was hurt after he logged more than 17 minutes in a 4-1 preseason loss at Columbus on Tuesday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Brandon Montour out with hand injury
Montour to miss the remainder of the preseason
'The team also announced on Thursday that forward Scott Wilson and Casey Fitzgerald are both day-to-day with lower body injuries suffered during Tuesday's game in Columbus. Wilson did not finish contest after just 7:13 of ice-time, while Fitzgerald was able to skate in 19:23 of action.' … [Read more...] about Montour to miss the remainder of the preseason
The Sabres' goalies strive to be better this season
'Linus Ullmark thinks the mental part of the game takes more of a toll than the physical part Hutton said, “I think it can be a little bit of both. I think as you get older you do a good job of the physical side of it, but sometimes in the dog days of the season, there’s not a lot of light in the schedule and you’re going all the time, so that’s when you have to manage the … [Read more...] about The Sabres’ goalies strive to be better this season
Montour could miss start of regular season with hand injury
'Brandon Montour exited in the third period of Tuesday’s loss against Columbus and will now miss the remainder of the preseason with a hand injury.' … [Read more...] about Montour could miss start of regular season with hand injury
Sabres express confidence in defense depth following injury to Montour
'"I wouldn't expect him right off the hop but pretty soon thereafter," Krueger said when asked if Montour might be ready for opening night. "At the moment, we're going through camp with his situation. As you well know, it's upper-body and we'll work on it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres express confidence in defense depth following injury to Montour
Sabres Mailbag: Which player on roster bubble is most likely to make the team?
'Picking Victor Olofsson would be a cop-out because there's no question the 24-year-old winger is ready to make the team. Fans might groan at my answer to the question, though: Tage Thompson. The 21-year-old gained 13 pounds, and the improved lower-body strength should help him become a more well-rounded player.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: Which player on roster bubble is most likely to make the team?
Sabres newcomer John Gilmour took different path to NHL
'“It’s franchise that’s been on the rise, a lot of potential, new coach, a GM,” Gilmour said of why he chose the Sabres. “It just seems like they’re heading in the right direction.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres newcomer John Gilmour took different path to NHL
Sabres send prospect Matej Pekar back to junior team
'Pekar, 19, recently stood out during the Prospects Challenge rookie tournament, showcasing his mix of skill and grit. He impressed Sabres coach Ralph Krueger so much early in training camp he earned his first small taste of big league action.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send prospect Matej Pekar back to junior team
Dylan Cozens makes NHL preseason debut as the Buffalo Sabres beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4
'“Obviously it’s very fast and guys are so strong,” said Cozens. “It’s just getting used to the quickness of it — the little time and space that you have — and I think I’m going to adjust and I’m going to adjust quickly. But it was a lot of fun.”' … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens makes NHL preseason debut as the Buffalo Sabres beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4
Sabres assign Pekar to Barrie
'He signed his entry-level contract with Buffalo last October after the team drafted him in the fourth round (94th overall) of the 2018 NHL Draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Pekar to Barrie