'Bogosian made a significant impact off the ice in Buffalo. He served as an alternate captain under former coach Phil Housley and was as a mentor to Eichel and defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, who was drafted first overall in 2018. Since its inception in 2015, Bogosian's nonprofit foundation, the Bogo Bunch, donated $155,000 to Roswell Park, including a $75,000 gift last March. He … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Bogosian assigned to Rochester after clearing waivers
Archives for February 16, 2020
Carter Hutton's status uncertain for Sabres' game against Toronto
'"Carter, we’re quite optimistic about his rehab day today, and there was a different action, actually," Krueger said. "It wasn’t the hit that caused the situation we’re battling with right now."' … [Read more...] about Carter Hutton’s status uncertain for Sabres’ game against Toronto
Sabres of the 2000s keep their hopes up for Blue and Gold in the 2020s
'"That was the last playoff round for the Sabres? Wow, I knew the the last few years have been tough. I didn't realize that was the last time," Briere, now vice president of the ECHL's Maine Mariners, said here Thursday night. "It's hard to imagine almost. I look at their team and there's a great base there to have a special team. I don't want to speculate what needs to be … [Read more...] about Sabres of the 2000s keep their hopes up for Blue and Gold in the 2020s
Jack Eichel sad to see close friend Zach Bogosian waived, leave Sabres
'One scout who has watched Bogosian regularly throughout his career, including this season, said constantly being injured has taken its toll on the 12-year veteran. The former third overall pick has also tried to live up to the expectations his contract brought. The scout said Bogosian “can be a strong defender” who keeps opponents “honest and somewhat on their toes,” moves the … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel sad to see close friend Zach Bogosian waived, leave Sabres
Sabres make more moves, recall Andrew Hammond, John Gilmour
'Hammond, 32, has compiled a 13-11-2 mark with a 2.59 goals-against average and a .905 save percentage in 28 appearances with the Amerks. The Sabres recalled him last week when Hutton missed a game for a family matter.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make more moves, recall Andrew Hammond, John Gilmour
Traikos: Tanking Sabres trying to win back their fans
'There’s been no progress. No baby steps towards respectability. With two months left to play, they are out of it. And the fans, who are tired of hearing that next year will be better, are beyond frustrated and letting everyone — from the players to management — know it.' … [Read more...] about Traikos: Tanking Sabres trying to win back their fans
Sunday's Toronto Coverage
Game day: Toronto Maple Leafs at Buffalo Sabres (Toronto Sun) Traikos: Tanking Sabres trying to win back their fans (National Post) Top scorers meet in Buffalo-Toronto matchup (AP) Maple Leafs visit Sabres, look for back-to-back wins (Field Level Media) Maple Leafs at Sabres preview (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Toronto Coverage
Sabres demote Bogosian to minors, unclear if he’ll report
'Bogosian’s agent, Darren Ferris, didn’t provide any hint of what his client’s plans are in a text to The Associated Press. “I will be meeting with Zach over the next couple of days to discuss his next steps,” Ferris wrote.' … [Read more...] about Sabres demote Bogosian to minors, unclear if he’ll report
Sabres hit practice ice after a day off
'Marcus Johansson missed Thursday night’s win with an upper body injury. Head coach Ralph Krueger is optimistic that he will be in the lineup tomorrow after taking part in practice on Saturday. The veteran moved back to the wing with success on Tuesday. The head coach believed that Johansson “seems to be in a really good place right now, and we need all four lines firing … [Read more...] about Sabres hit practice ice after a day off
Bogosian clears waivers, assigned to Rochester
'According to our own Pat Malacaro, Bogosian does not expect to report to the Amerks in time for Saturday evening's matchup with the Syracuse Crunch. In addition, multiple reports indicate that Bogosian's agent Darren Ferris will be meeting with his client over the next couple of days to determine his future.' … [Read more...] about Bogosian clears waivers, assigned to Rochester
Bogosian clears waivers, Sabres assign him to Rochester
'The Buffalo Sabres placed veteran defenseman Zach Bogosian on waivers Friday, Saturday the team announced he was assigned to the Rochester Americans.' … [Read more...] about Bogosian clears waivers, Sabres assign him to Rochester
Sabres recall Gilmour, Hammond from Rochester
'Gilmour joins Buffalo after the team placed Zach Bogosian on waivers and assigned Lawrence Pilut to Rochester on Friday. He broke camp with the Sabres in the fall, appearing in four games and averaging 17:03 of ice time before being assigned to Rochester in late November.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Gilmour, Hammond from Rochester
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Casey Mittelstadt scores shootout winner for Amerks (Buffalo News) Amerks get by Crunch in shootout (Amerks.com) Crunch edged by Amerks, 4-3, in shootout (SyracuseCrunch.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage