'“I think when you break it down and you have an open mind about things and you’re able to maybe look past the smoke that has surrounded the Sabres the past couple years, I think you see a team that has elite players, ownership that’s really committed to building a winner – I’ve seen what they’ve done with the Bills – and a coach that I feel can get a lot out of his players,” … [Read more...] about Taylor Hall eager to join Sabres’ ‘elite players’ in quest to snap playoff drought
Archives for October 13, 2020
Column: Ralph Krueger's influence isn't limited to the Sabres' bench anymore
'That kind of stuff doesn't faze Krueger in the slightest. He thrives on the fans' passion, on the give and take with the local media, even in times when the questions are pointed. He'd rather be in the middle of the storm than be in a place where no one cares.' … [Read more...] about Column: Ralph Krueger’s influence isn’t limited to the Sabres’ bench anymore
Ralph Krueger has history of getting most out of Sabres’ Taylor Hall
'“It’s been a long time since I had seen Ralph like that and we just talked and he told me about Buffalo,” Hall said on a Zoom call Monday. “I could just see it in his face that he really wanted me there. It’s a good feeling to be wanted like that, it really is.”' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger has history of getting most out of Sabres’ Taylor Hall
Sabres’ Taylor Hall ‘very interested’ in making Buffalo long-term home
'“When I sat down with my agent and I talked to my dad and people close to me, it started making more and more sense,” an excited Hall said on a conference call Monday, a day after stunning the hockey world by signing a one-year, $8 million contract with the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Taylor Hall ‘very interested’ in making Buffalo long-term home
Sabres’ Taylor Hall: How Bills played role in joining Buffalo
'“It’s a team that has elite players, ownership committed to building a winner," Hall said in a Zoom call with Buffalo media. "I’ve see what they’ve done with the Bills - and a coach that gets the most out of his players.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Taylor Hall: How Bills played role in joining Buffalo
Hall talks decision to join Sabres, relationship with Krueger, excitement to play with Eichel
'“Ralph is a very interesting human being. He is so diversified in his intersts and how he talks to people,” said Hall “In 2020, a coach like him has the greatest chance of connecting to his players and making people better.”' … [Read more...] about Hall talks decision to join Sabres, relationship with Krueger, excitement to play with Eichel
Traikos: Sabres have one year to show Taylor Hall — and Jack Eichel — that they are Cup contenders
'It’s an audition as much as it is a chemistry test. But it’s not just Hall who is being tested.' … [Read more...] about Traikos: Sabres have one year to show Taylor Hall — and Jack Eichel — that they are Cup contenders
Taylor Hall saw only positives in signing with Sabres
'“Hockey’s an interesting thing. Three years ago, no one would’ve thought that Colorado would be the No. 1 destination,” he added, referring to a Nathan MacKinnon-led Avalanche team that’s made three straight playoff appearances after enjoying just one from 2011-17. “Things can turn pretty quick, especially if you have elite pieces like the Sabres do.”' … [Read more...] about Taylor Hall saw only positives in signing with Sabres
Taylor Hall: Joining Buffalo Sabres on 1-year deal 'best play for me'
'"When you're able to look past the smoke that's surrounded the Sabres the past couple of years, you see a team that has elite players, ownership that's really committed to building a winner and a coach that I feel can get a lot out of his players," Hall said during Monday's introductory news conference, adding that if things go well in Buffalo he could be "a Sabre for a long … [Read more...] about Taylor Hall: Joining Buffalo Sabres on 1-year deal ‘best play for me’
Taylor Hall details reasons he chose to sign with Sabres
'"When I looked at Buffalo, I saw a coach whom I respect and who knows how to get the most out of his players. I saw young, elite talent that will only get better. I saw owners in Terry and Kim Pegula and a general manager in Kevyn Adams who are committed to success."' … [Read more...] about Taylor Hall details reasons he chose to sign with Sabres
Newest Sabres forward Taylor Hall ready to go, jokes about partaking in Bills Mafia tradition
'"I was going to smash into a fold-up table for my intro but it's probably safest if I don't. Hopefully, we get back to playing hockey again sometime soon, but until then, go, Bills."' … [Read more...] about Newest Sabres forward Taylor Hall ready to go, jokes about partaking in Bills Mafia tradition
Hall was open to playing in Buffalo before free agency began
'"We knew it was going to be a unique marketplace coming into free agency," Hall said on Monday while meeting with the Buffalo media on a Zoom conference call. "It went from wanting to get a six- or seven-year contract to thinking maybe a one-year deal might be best for me financially and personally. Then we can see what the landscape of the NHL and, really, the whole U.S. and … [Read more...] about Hall was open to playing in Buffalo before free agency began
Adams: Hall is 'an elite type of player' to ignite our roster
'"We both made it clear to each other that this could turn into something long term. We were both comfortable starting the way we did. I do think it's really important that this signing underlines the commitment that Terry and Kim have always showed, since the day they became owners."' … [Read more...] about Adams: Hall is ‘an elite type of player’ to ignite our roster
Adams hopes Sabres establish long-term relationship with Hall
'"Going into our planning leading up to free agency, obviously starting with the conversations with Terry and Kim [Pegula], we begun to put together what we would love to see this roster look like," Adams said. "I think the fact that we did this signing with Taylor underlines ownership's commitment. They have proven that over and over again in this city, and what they have done … [Read more...] about Adams hopes Sabres establish long-term relationship with Hall
Krueger: Hall is 'a powerful addition to our lineup'
'"It's a trust level that Taylor and I have out of the past, and over the past decade here. [I thought] that we had a chance emotionally, but where his mind was at and what his options were you never know in a process like this. We're extremely pleased that he's committed to us, and although it's a one-year deal, he's planning for a run here with Buffalo and this is a good way … [Read more...] about Krueger: Hall is ‘a powerful addition to our lineup’