'Adams will need to look outside for help. Barring an unexpected blockbuster, there don’t appear to be any elite centers available – most teams choose to hold onto talented players at that position – but several options could fit the Sabres’ needs.' … [Read more...] about Nine players who could help the Sabres fill the void at second-line center
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Sabres reportedly loan forward Rasmus Asplund to team in Sweden
'HockeyNews.Se, a website based in Sweden, reported Friday that the Sabres have loaned forward Rasmus Asplund to Vasteras of HockeyAllsvenskan, the country’s second-tier professional league. Asplund, 22, totaled one goal with two assists and a minus-4 rating in 29 games with Buffalo this season. He will be allowed to return to Buffalo when NHL training camps are tentatively … [Read more...] about Sabres reportedly loan forward Rasmus Asplund to team in Sweden
Report: Sabres loan Rasmus Asplund to Swedish team
'The Sabres also recently loaned goalie prospect Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to HC TPS, a Finnish Elite League team, and center Arttu Ruotsalainen, to Ilves Tampere, another Finnish League club.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres loan Rasmus Asplund to Swedish team
Report: Sabres to loan Rasmus Asplund to Västerås IK in Sweden
'The 22-year-old is about to play his third season in North America with the Sabres organization since being drafted in the second round (33rd overall) in the 2016 NHL Draft. In two years playing mostly with the Rochester Americans in the American Hockey League, Asplund has scored a total of 13 goals and 47 assists for 60 points in 108 games played.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres to loan Rasmus Asplund to Västerås IK in Sweden
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks sign defenseman Ryan Jones to one-year AHL contract (Buffalo News) Amerks sign Jones to one-year AHL contract (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks' new head coach in Rochester for annual alumni golf tournament (WHEC-TV) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres notes: Kevyn Adams reached out to Jack Eichel shortly after hiring
'“But I think from my standpoint, he is our franchise player, he is our captain, and it’s really important he understands what we’re trying to do here,” Adams said. “Obviously, has a great relationship with (coach Ralph Krueger), and now it’s time for me to build that as well."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Kevyn Adams reached out to Jack Eichel shortly after hiring
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Seth Appert happy to be 'coaching hockey' again (Albany Times Union) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres mailbag: Is there pressure on new GM Kevyn Adams to win now?
'The Sabres are going to spend less money next season. Many teams will because it’s unclear if fans will be able to attend games. But the bigger challenge to hiring experienced executives is the perceived lack of stability within the organization. Adams would need to sell those people on his vision — not an easy task after all the turnover since the Pegulas bought the team in … [Read more...] about Sabres mailbag: Is there pressure on new GM Kevyn Adams to win now?
The quiet superstar: Sabres remember Dale Hawerchuk for humility, greatness
'“He just never had a bad day, always happy, even-keeled and a guy that you would look to,” former Sabres goalie Clint Malarchuk said. “All of a sudden, you’re following this guy. It wasn’t anything he said. It was everything he did.”' … [Read more...] about The quiet superstar: Sabres remember Dale Hawerchuk for humility, greatness
One of hockey's best ever and he played here
'Hawerchuk wasn’t in Buffalo that long, but he did not disappoint. Over his five full seasons wearing blue and gold, Hawerchuk scored at least 86 points in each season. He didn’t score as many goals as he did with the Jets, but Hawerchuk was a premier playmaker as his 275 assists would attest. He wasn’t the captain of the Sabres, but he was certainly a leader. He was also a … [Read more...] about One of hockey’s best ever and he played here
LaFontaine remembers Hawerchuk, a great teammate and a gentleman
'“Dale and I sat right next to each other. Oh, was he happy! We talked about our Buffalo days, junior hockey. It was a great group of guys. You know, when you play this game, you battle against each other, and if you’re lucky enough you’re on the same team.' … [Read more...] about LaFontaine remembers Hawerchuk, a great teammate and a gentleman
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Like prospects, Seth Appert faced adversity on road to Amerks coach (Buffalo News) Coach Seth Appert confident Amerks can develop talent for Sabres and win (Olean Times Herald) Adams: Appert 'just kept rising to the top' of Amerks coaching search (WGR-AM) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres GM Kevyn Adams on his offseason focus and pending personnel moves
'On the Sabres' reputation around the league in the wake of a nine-year playoff drought: "I'm not overly interested in what's gone on before. ... We're going to focus on us. We're going to work hard every day on improving our team. We know we have to get better, and we're going to focus on doing that. I'm just as excited as I was a couple months ago and looking forward to the … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams on his offseason focus and pending personnel moves
Former Sabres star Dale Hawerchuk dies at 57
'"His son called me, and they were sitting in their living room," May said. "Of course, he probably wasn't doing very well, but he sounded as good as ever. You didn't even hear his voice being weak. We had a nice talk for 5-10 minutes, and less than 24 hours later, he's gone. It's crazy."' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres star Dale Hawerchuk dies at 57