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Archives for January 2021

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

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Mike Harrington: Cody Eakin's memories stirred by Dylan Cozens' WJC splash

'"There's really nothing like it when you get something that close to the border and all the Canadians come down and watch and cheer you on," Eakin said. "It's everything you dream about. I've got fond memories of that time in Buffalo. We had a great roster. Hockey Canada gives you everything you need to perform in a tournament like that."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Cody Eakin’s memories stirred by Dylan Cozens’ WJC splash

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Scrimmage observations: Carter Hutton, the Sabres' 'star of the game'

'“It’s a bit of a whirlwind,” Hutton said. “You come in and you go from however many months off to right into the full tilt, playing hockey and you have games coming fast and hard. I think, for me, the preparation I put in to have the confidence in my fitness so when it came to hockey the rest can take care of itself. For me, getting back to what I do best and trying to play my … [Read more...] about Scrimmage observations: Carter Hutton, the Sabres’ ‘star of the game’

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Casey Mittelstadt focused on making Sabres after having ‘blast’ with Amerks

'In his first stint in the minors, Mittelstadt, 22, never morphed into a dominant AHL presence or forced his way back to the Buffalo Sabres. The center compiled nine goals, 25 points and a poor minus-15 rating – hardly numbers you might expect from an eighth overall pick with 114 games of NHL experience.' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt focused on making Sabres after having ‘blast’ with Amerks

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Ristolainen is all business as the 2020-21 season approaches

'"What I've learned from this business the last seven year, there's always going to be uncertainties and you never know where you're going to be tomorrow," Ristolainen said following Sunday's training camp practice at KeyBank Center. "I enjoy it here right now, the team looks good and ready to go, and it's going to be an exciting year."' … [Read more...] about Ristolainen is all business as the 2020-21 season approaches

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Opinion: Sabres set good pace in first scrimmage of training camp

'Later in the second period, forward Zemgus Girgensons (Gold) attempted to stick check camp invitee Riley Sheahan just inside the Team Blue blue line, but ended up colliding awkwardly with Sheahan and sending him to the ice. Girgensons would stay down for a bit before requiring some help off the ice, while not putting any pressure on his left leg.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres set good pace in first scrimmage of training camp

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Krueger saw “many good things” in first scrimmage

'“It’s quite clear there’s so much respect for each other that nobody was running over each other,” Krueger said. “There was one penalty in the whole game so you can see that you aren’t going to get the ‘A’ game here, we don’t expect that, but we did see many good things today. We saw a lot of system things within the principles we want being executed properly, and we felt … [Read more...] about Krueger saw “many good things” in first scrimmage

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5 things we learned from Monday's Blue & Gold Scrimmage

'"There's multiple reasons why this game is good," he said. "One is, let's get used to playing in an empty rink. That's the first time a lot of these guys have experienced that. Two is, what is the length of a game and how much physically is that going to weigh on me? I think all the guys were able to measure themselves today. And, finally, the game and the habits."' … [Read more...] about 5 things we learned from Monday’s Blue & Gold Scrimmage

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Rasmus Ristolainen 'happy' with return to Buffalo, 'excited' for Sabres' season

'“I’m happy and excited to be here,” Ristolainen said. “What I’ve learned from this business the last seven years, there is always going to be uncertainties and you never know where you’re going to be tomorrow, but I enjoy it here right now. The team looks good and ready to go. It’s going to be a very exciting year.”' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Ristolainen ‘happy’ with return to Buffalo, ‘excited’ for Sabres’ season

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