'"The doctors ultimately gave me the comfort (to resume practices) that based on the science and based on the contact tracing and exactly when positive cases had come out or close-contact cases had come out, that they were comfortable,” said Adams, who added that some players and staff are symptomatic. ”The original guidance was that we potentially could have practiced last … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams: Guidance from NHL led to decision to play Devils
Archives for February 10, 2021
Mike Harrington: Kevyn Adams only looking ahead and Sabres' challenges are daunting
'It looked like a practice, but it felt like training camp in September. You can't suddenly take a full team off the ice for more than a week and expect them to look very good. And remember now, because of this break, this is a team that has only played 10 games in the last 11 months. You're going to have to break out the Rust-Oleum again.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Kevyn Adams only looking ahead and Sabres’ challenges are daunting
Sabres felt comfortable playing Devils before COVID-19 problems began
'“The comfort was that we should move forward and play the game,” Adams said on a Zoom call as the Sabres practiced for the first time in eight days on Tuesday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres felt comfortable playing Devils before COVID-19 problems began
Sabres notes: Don Granato could move from behind the bench
'“Donny Granato or anyone else, to me, safety and caring about the people is extremely important – way more important than trying to figure out anything on the ice,” general manager Kevyn Adams said on a Zoom call Tuesday as the Sabres practiced inside KeyBank Center. “We have to look after our staff. We have to look after our players. We have to support them in every way."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Don Granato could move from behind the bench
Sabres return to practice, GM Adams addresses media
'“I think you have to be careful a little bit on the word frustrated. We are in an incredibly challenging situation worldwide. And (the virus) is evolving. It’s changing,” said the Sabres GM. “Everybody is doing their best to manage this and keep up.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres return to practice, GM Adams addresses media
Kevyn Adams is ready to move the team forward
'“We have a number of players and staff on the list, some are symptomatic, some are asymptomatic,” Adams said on a Zoom call, but wasn’t allowed to say anything more than that.' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams is ready to move the team forward
Opinion: Let Rasmus fly
'In Year 2 under new head coach Ralph Krueger, Dahlin's offensive game took a bit of a dip as the coaching staff looked to try and make him more of a reliable two-way defenseman in the NHL. Dahlin still managed to put up 40 points (4+36) in 59 games before the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the 2019-20 season, but his play seemed to take more of a conservative approach under … [Read more...] about Opinion: Let Rasmus fly
"This is about us rallying together", Sabres return to practice after COVID shutdown
'"The spirit of the group is really strong right now and I sense a relief to be back in our building and to be able to go on the ice and practice, and I also sense an opportunity for this group to pull together," General Manager Kevyn Adams said. "We are in this together and we're gonna do everything as a staff, as a coaching staff, our support staff around the team, to give … [Read more...] about “This is about us rallying together”, Sabres return to practice after COVID shutdown
Sabres return to practice for first time in more than a week
'“The spirit of the group is really strong right now and I sense a relief to be back in our building and to be able to go on the ice and practice and I also sense an opportunity for this group to pull together and to say this is challenging, this happened, it’s unfortunate, but we’re going to rally together,” Adams said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres return to practice for first time in more than a week
Buffalo Sabres return to practice; Head coach Ralph Krueger symptomatic
'"We're all making sure we're doing everything we can to keep each other safe. Ralph Krueger is being looked after and we want to start with that. If he's where we need him to be and he's able to get out of the protocols and be back than he will be and if he's not, the doctors are going to decide when and where that happens... we'll adjust."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres return to practice; Head coach Ralph Krueger symptomatic
No new players added to COVID-19 protocol Tuesday, after Sabres return to practice
'"We could have practiced last night even, but we felt like 'let's give this one more day.'"' … [Read more...] about No new players added to COVID-19 protocol Tuesday, after Sabres return to practice
Sabres 'rallying together' in return to practice after COVID-19 pause
'"If he is where we need him to be, and he's able to get out of the protocols and be back, then he will be and if he's not, the doctors are going to decide where and when that happens," said Adams, who said he speaks with Krueger multiple times per day.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ‘rallying together’ in return to practice after COVID-19 pause
Adams addresses COVID situation as Sabres return to practice
'"Our staff's gone way above and beyond putting every measure in place that we can to protect our players," Adams said. "So, I think it's important just to tell everyone that, that I have been proud [of] how serious our players have taken this."' … [Read more...] about Adams addresses COVID situation as Sabres return to practice
Dea assigned to Rochester
'Dea played in three games for the Sabres last season and has seven points (5+2) in 32 career NHL games. He led the Amerks in scoring last year with 39 points (15+24) in 57 games. He was assigned to the Sabres' taxi squad on February 1.' … [Read more...] about Dea assigned to Rochester
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Army hockey standout Dom Franco makes pro debut in AHL (Middletown Times Herald Record) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage