'“I was able to see firsthand what he’s capable of and where his abilities are,” Krueger said following Tuesday’s practice inside KeyBank Center. “So the first part was the person, second part was the hockey player.”' … [Read more...] about Lawrence Pilut could have opportunity to stick with Sabres
Archives for January 2020
Michael Frolik hasn’t joined Sabres; Jake McCabe out against Blues
'“We’re hoping that that all goes well and that he joins us tomorrow, but we won’t know that until some other issues are cleared up this afternoon,” Sabres coach Ralph Krueger said following today’s practice inside KeyBank Center. “Of course, the hope as coaches is that you get a good day of practice with him before the St. Louis game (Thursday).”' … [Read more...] about Michael Frolik hasn’t joined Sabres; Jake McCabe out against Blues
Buffalo Sabres call up defenseman Lawrence Pilut from AHL
'Pilut was previously called up by Buffalo in November, but didn’t play a game during Buffalo’s two-game series against Tampa Bay in his native Sweden.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres call up defenseman Lawrence Pilut from AHL
Pilut hopes to improve his consistency
'The consistency he lacked then is something he’s really worked at in this season, “I’ve just been working on it, trying to play at that high level all the time and try to focus on my D zone play and I think that’s been a big part of me so far, plus I want to keep developing that offensive skill I have.”' … [Read more...] about Pilut hopes to improve his consistency
Sabres call up Pilut from Rochester
'Pilut is once again an AHL All-Star. With the Amerks, Pilut has five goals and 16 assists for 21 points in 29 games. Last season, Pilut played 33 games with the Sabres, netting a goal and five assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres call up Pilut from Rochester
Lawrence Pilut returns to Sabres roster, recalled from Amerks
'The 24-year-old Swedish blueliner is making his first appearance with the Sabres this season. Pilut missed training camp before the start of the season due to an offseason shoulder surgery.' … [Read more...] about Lawrence Pilut returns to Sabres roster, recalled from Amerks
Pilut joins Sabres with McCabe day-to-day
'"He's gone down and played really, really well," Krueger said. "We're getting good reports back to us, so we're excited to see him now here again with us in this next phase of development and possibly gonna be seeing him play in the next few games.' … [Read more...] about Pilut joins Sabres with McCabe day-to-day
Sabres recall Pilut from Amerks
'Pilut, 24, has tallied 21 points (5+16) in 29 games with Rochester this season. He was selected to the AHL All-Star Classic for the second straight year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Pilut from Amerks
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Sabres prospect Jacob Bryson fits in with rise of 'new age defensemen' (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres assign Dalton Smith to Amerks
'Smith's roster spot is likely to be taken by Michael Frolik, who was acquired from Calgary on Thursday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Dalton Smith to Amerks
With Bills season over, here's a crash course on the Sabres
'The Sabres' season has been like watching a Josh Allen game. Full of peaks and valleys. They're 13-5-3 at home (one loss in Sweden) and 6-12-4 on the road.' … [Read more...] about With Bills season over, here’s a crash course on the Sabres
Sabres send Dalton Smith to Amerks
'Smith has compiled one goal, four points and 27 penalty minutes in 21 games with the Amerks this season. He played his first 400 pro games in the minors.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send Dalton Smith to Amerks
Top Sabres goalie prospect Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen named ECHL All-Star
'The Finnish rookie, has been stellar for the Cyclones, compiling an 11-4-3-2 record with the 2.09 goals-against average, a .909 save percentage and three shutouts in 18 games.' … [Read more...] about Top Sabres goalie prospect Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen named ECHL All-Star
Sabres assign Smith to Rochester
'Michael Frolik, who was acquired from the Calgary Flames last Thursday, is expected to join the team this week. His arrival would give the Sabres 13 healthy forwards on their NHL roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Smith to Rochester
A 'magical' season for Sabres greats Pat LaFontaine and Alexander Mogilny
'Eichel is on pace for 51 goals among 107 points, the highest totals by a Sabre since Alexander Mogilny and Pat LaFontaine combined for 275 points in 1992-93. Mogilny's 76 goals and LaFontaine's 148 points remain franchise records, a transcendent offensive display that still mystifies those who witnessed that historic season.' … [Read more...] about A ‘magical’ season for Sabres greats Pat LaFontaine and Alexander Mogilny