'Behind the scenes, tension between Muckler and Nolan over player personnel and the coach's input spilled into a public feud that was the talk of the town during the 1996-97 season. Hasek backed Muckler over Nolan and the GM did an interview with the Toronto Star during Buffalo's first-round playoff series against Ottawa that was perceived to be highly critical of the coach, … [Read more...] about John Muckler, coach and GM of Sabres during tumultuous 1990s, dies at 86
Archives for January 6, 2021
Former Sabres general manager Jason Botterill joins Seattle Kraken
'The Sabres missed the playoffs in each of those three seasons, as the team compiled an 88-115-30 record during that span. Their 206 points ranked 29th and they scored the fourth-fewest goals. Botterill also received mix results from his trade acquisitions, particularly the haul he received from St. Louis in return for Ryan O'Reilly, and free-agent signings.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres general manager Jason Botterill joins Seattle Kraken
Dylan Cozens among a trio of Sabres prospects in world juniors final
'Cozens, a 19-year-old center drafted seventh overall in 2019, has etched his name into the record book by totaling eight goals with eight assists for 16 points in six games in Edmonton. His 25 career points across two tournament appearances – including a gold medal win last January – are tied for fourth-most by any Canadian player in history and he trails the country’s … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens among a trio of Sabres prospects in world juniors final
As Sabres gear up for season, Jeanneret and Dunleavy await their assigned games
'One thing is clear from past conversations: The 78-year-old Jeanneret plans to do games and isn't thinking of retirement.' … [Read more...] about As Sabres gear up for season, Jeanneret and Dunleavy await their assigned games
Sabres goalie Carter Hutton on scoring goal in scrimmage: ‘It’s kind of cool’
'“We’d have to call him the star of the game,” Sabres coach Ralph Krueger said. “He really held his team in the game, especially through the midsection of the game. There were quite a few scoring chances by the gold team where he neutralized. I was very, very pleased with the confidence and the overall aura he showed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Carter Hutton on scoring goal in scrimmage: ‘It’s kind of cool’
John Muckler, coach and GM of Sabres in 1990s, dies at 86
'Muckler also hired Ted Nolan as Sabres coach. As the Sabres roared to the Northeast Division title in 1996-97, the rift that had developed between the men – Nolan wanted more say in the roster – became public.' … [Read more...] about John Muckler, coach and GM of Sabres in 1990s, dies at 86
Expansion Kraken hire ex-Sabres GM Jason Botterill as assistant
'Botterill, who won three Stanley Cups as an assistant or associate GM with the Pittsburgh Penguins, never enjoyed much success with the Sabres. They finished dead last in his first season and also missed the playoffs the last two years.' … [Read more...] about Expansion Kraken hire ex-Sabres GM Jason Botterill as assistant
Star of Sabres’ Blue and Gold scrimmage, goaltender Hutton ready to put challenges of last season behind him
'“I’ve been fortunate to skate a bunch at home before I came (to training camp), but you don’t really see an NHL-caliber shot,” said Hutton. “I think the foundation is there, it’s just a matter of getting some reps. Now (games) come fast and hard, so a happy medium of getting reps and you know keeping that structure is what makes you consistent.”' … [Read more...] about Star of Sabres’ Blue and Gold scrimmage, goaltender Hutton ready to put challenges of last season behind him
Sabres have unfinished business after last season cut short
'“Yes, frustrated and angry for the final result,” he said. “But excited and confident about those moments of confirmation. And we will be driving that much more into their minds than the failures of last year.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres have unfinished business after last season cut short
Former Sabres head coach John Muckler passes away at age 86
'Muckler joined the Sabres as the team's director of hockey operations after spending many years with the Edmonton Oilers' coaching staff. While in Edmonton, he won four Stanley Cups as an assistant coach on Glen Sather's staff, and won a fifth Stanley Cup in 1990 as the head coach of the Oilers.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres head coach John Muckler passes away at age 86
Former Sabres head coach John Muckler dies at 86
'Muckler also spent several seasons here in Buffalo working as head coach from 1991-1995 and GM from 1993 -1997. Sabres legend Marty Biron remembered his former coach in a tweet early Tuesday morning. He said in part that Muckler changed his life forever and thanked him for making his dreams of playing in the NHL come true.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres head coach John Muckler dies at 86
Sabres hire Dan Girardi as development coach
'Ellis also sees in Girardi an ability to connect with individuals that will serve the organization well at a time when communication is paramount. The uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic has complicated the development process as it has all things, from limiting in-person interaction to creating disproportionate situations for prospects in various leagues around the world.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Dan Girardi as development coach
Sabres at World Juniors | Johnson, USA win gold medal
'The Sabres prospect skated 16:14 in Team USA's 2-Sabres.com0 victory over Canada on Tuesday in the final game of the IIHF World Junior Championship.' … [Read more...] about Sabres at World Juniors | Johnson, USA win gold medal