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Archives for December 2020

Paul Hamilton weighs in on NHL 56 game schedule, what it means for the Sabres

'The NHL is still talking to Ontario and Quebec, but there is a real worry that they won’t be able to convince British Columbia to allow the Vancouver Canucks to play there. Since it’s an all Canadian division, the NHL would have to find a city north of the border for the Canucks to play in. The city that makes the most sense is Hamilton, Ontario. Hamilton has been very close … [Read more...] about Paul Hamilton weighs in on NHL 56 game schedule, what it means for the Sabres

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Inside the NHL: A big day ahead as Board, GMs review details on deal for season

'The main topic on both calls will be whether or not this agreement will be worth the paper it's printed on if Canadian health officials don't agree to health protocols for the season. The Toronto Blue Jays had to come to Buffalo and the Toronto Raptors are now in Tampa going through the NBA exhibition schedule because authorities would not authorize them or their opponents to … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: A big day ahead as Board, GMs review details on deal for season

Buffalo News |

Tage Thompson ready to 'take advantage of the opportunity' with Sabres

'“I’m super excited, especially after being injured,” said Thompson. “The uncertainty of what they see in you and for them to do a three-year deal is a really nice feeling. Obviously, it means they think highly of me and that they want me around. I want to be around here a long time, longer than three years, so it’s a good feeling. I have to take advantage of the opportunity … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson ready to ‘take advantage of the opportunity’ with Sabres

Buffalo News |

Former Sabres star Rick Vaive describes battle with alcohol in new book

'“The main reason for it is I think people assume you play 13 years in the National Hockey League … and life’s perfect from the beginning all the way through and you’re rich and you’re a millionaire, which is so far from the truth,” he said. “But I wanted people to know we’re normal people, we’re just like everybody else, and we have challenges and hurdles to get over in our … [Read more...] about Former Sabres star Rick Vaive describes battle with alcohol in new book

Olean Times Herald |

Brandon Montour on returning to Sabres: 'They brought me in for a reason'

'“I think I’ve proven myself enough that I can play in this league and be a big player or be a top defenseman on a team, but everything that’s going on right now, the situation with life everyone is in, I’m just excited to get back and hopefully we can get back sooner than later,” said Montour during a recent interview with The Buffalo News. “They brought me in for a reason. I … [Read more...] about Brandon Montour on returning to Sabres: ‘They brought me in for a reason’

Buffalo News |

Sabres prospect Ryan Johnson named to Team USA roster for world juniors

'Johnson, who was selected with a first-round pick acquired by the Sabres in the Ryan O’Reilly trade, is amid his sophomore season at the University of Minnesota. He has four assists in eight games with the Gophers (8-0) after totaling eight points in 37 games as a freshman. His father, Craig, played parts of 10 seasons in the NHL and is currently a development coach with the … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Ryan Johnson named to Team USA roster for world juniors

Buffalo News |

Inside the NHL: So many questions to answer before the first faceoff in 2021

'But what happens to the cap? You can't just add three or four more players in most cases as they would push teams over the ceiling. Are guys going to be paid an AHL or NHL salary to be on the NHL taxi squad? And what happens to the Amerks if, say, Casey Mittelstadt is on the Sabres' taxi squad instead of playing in Rochester? It's complicated.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: So many questions to answer before the first faceoff in 2021

Buffalo News |