'Over the course of the past two seasons, Reinhart has been very productive with 44 goals and 71 assists for 125 points in a full 151 games played. That production was plenty good enough to earn Reinhart a new long-term contract with the team and a nice pay day to boot.' … [Read more...] about Reinhart comfortable playing on short-term deal again
Archives for October 2020
Cozens, Quinn invited to Canada's World Juniors camp
'Canada's training camp roster will see two Buffalo Sabres prospects heading to Red Deer, Alberta to compete for the chance to be part of the final 23-man roster for the annual tournament. Those two players are Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn.' … [Read more...] about Cozens, Quinn invited to Canada’s World Juniors camp
Sabres and Olofsson avoid arbitration, sign forward to two-year deal
'Despite missing 15 games because of an injury, Olofsson earned a spot on the league's all-rookie team. Before his injury, he led all NHL rookies with 16 goals and 35 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres and Olofsson avoid arbitration, sign forward to two-year deal
"Do I think I've proven everything? No absolutely not", Reinhart ready to get back to work after re-signing with Sabres
'"I think I felt fresher that much more each game with those added minutes," he said. "I was able to stay fresh on a consistent level. I was really happy with that."' … [Read more...] about “Do I think I’ve proven everything? No absolutely not”, Reinhart ready to get back to work after re-signing with Sabres
"To prove every doubter wrong is one of the most satisfying things as a goaltender", Ullmark ready to take game to the next level
'"It's always time to prove myself as a starting goaltender in this league. My contract does not take anything away from that," Ullmark said. "To prove every doubter wrong is one of the most satisfying things as a goaltender aside from saving every shot. It's gonna be a goal to take my game to the next level and prove myself."' … [Read more...] about “To prove every doubter wrong is one of the most satisfying things as a goaltender”, Ullmark ready to take game to the next level
Sabres sign Victor Olofsson to two-year contract
'In addition to his 20 goals, Olofsson also had 22 assists and totaled 42 points in the 2019-20 season with the Sabres. He became the first player in NHL history to score his first seven carer goals on the power play.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Victor Olofsson to two-year contract
Linus Ullmark is ready to prove the doubters wrong
'“Experience, first of all. The more experience you get, the easier everything else gets,” Ullmark said to reporters on Zoom on Thursday. “I’ve only played my second season with the Sabres, I’m fairly new to this NHL hockey, so with every game that goes by, not to say it’s certainly easier, but some things are going to fall into place both mentally and physically, and how to … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark is ready to prove the doubters wrong
Sabres sign forward Victor Olofsson to a two-year deal
'In his 60 games played for the team, he has 22 goals and 24 assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign forward Victor Olofsson to a two-year deal
Hamilton: Buffalo Sabres sign Sam Reinhart to 1-year deal
'He’s one of the few players the Sabres have that will go to the tough areas to score a goal.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Buffalo Sabres sign Sam Reinhart to 1-year deal
Sabres re-sign Olofsson to 2-year deal
'The Buffalo Sabres have signed forward Victor Olofsson to a two-year contract worth an average annual value of $3.05 million, the team announced Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Olofsson to 2-year deal
Reinhart, Ullmark look ahead after signing 1-year deals
'The Sabres signed Reinhart to a deal worth $5.2 million on Sunday, then signed Ullmark to a contract worth $2.6 million later in the day. Reinhart is scheduled to become a restricted free agent again after the season while Ullmark will be eligible for unrestricted free agency.' … [Read more...] about Reinhart, Ullmark look ahead after signing 1-year deals
Cozens, Quinn named to Team Canada's World Junior Selection Camp roster
'The selection camp will take place from November 16 through December 13 in Red Deer, Alberta. To ensure the health and safety of all participants and the community at large, Hockey Canada will be closely following enhanced measures around testing and team protocols. The camp will take place in a cohort bubble and will be closed to the public and media.' … [Read more...] about Cozens, Quinn named to Team Canada’s World Junior Selection Camp roster
Friday's Rochester Coverage
COVID body checks Amerks, rest of AHL into February (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
OHL's reported plan to hold season provides clarity for Sabres, Jack Quinn
'If Quinn does not make the Sabres’ roster, the 19-year-old right wing will have the option to rejoin the Ottawa 67’s if the Ontario Hockey League is able to follow through on a plan it approved Wednesday to begin a 40-game season on Feb. 4. Sportsnet's Jeff Marek reported the OHL's tentative start date, as well as a league calendar.' … [Read more...] about OHL’s reported plan to hold season provides clarity for Sabres, Jack Quinn
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Rochester Americans' season could begin as early as Feb. 5 (Buffalo News) AHL moves anticipated start of 2020-21 season to Feb. 5 (Olean Times Herald) American Hockey League targeting Feb. 5 start date for 2020-21 season (WGR-AM) Amerks season won’t start until February, Knighthawks delayed until April (WROC-TV) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage