'Miller was drafted by the Sabres in the 1999 NHL Draft in the 5th round. He played 11 seasons with the Sabres from 2002-2014. He holds the Sabres franchise record in career wins with 284 and led Buffalo to the Eastern Conference Finals in both 2006 and 2007.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres goalie Ryan Miller announces retirement
Archives for April 2021
Bruins extend lead for fourth in East with victory against Sabres
'"For lots and lots of that game we were dictating against a [darn] good hockey team," Sabres coach Don Granato said. "We all know that they're a great hockey team with a lot of great players and accomplished players. There was a lot of that game that our guys initiated, were able to dictate flow of the game and play."' … [Read more...] about Bruins extend lead for fourth in East with victory against Sabres
Sabres celebrate Miller's retirement with highlight video
'When the longtime NHL goalie announced he was going to retire at the end of the season on Thursday, the Sabres celebrated him with a montage of his greatest highlights from his 11 seasons in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres celebrate Miller’s retirement with highlight video
5 takeaways | Reinhart extends goal streak in loss to Bruins
'Reinhart has six goals in the past four games, upping his team-leading total to 23 in just 49 contests. His career high is 25, set in 82 games during the 2017-18 season.' … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways | Reinhart extends goal streak in loss to Bruins
At The Final Horn: Sabres 2 - Bruins 5
'Casey Mittelstadt and Sam Reinhart scored for the Sabres while Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 36 saves.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn: Sabres 2 – Bruins 5
Ryan Miller, Sabres' all-time wins leader, announces retirement
'"The entire Buffalo Sabres organization would like to congratulate Ryan Miller, who was a fierce competitor and one of the best goaltenders in the history of our franchise. His on-ice performance and dedication to our fans has forever endeared Ryan to the Western New York community. Through his Steadfast Foundation and numerous charitable events, Ryan consistently displayed a … [Read more...] about Ryan Miller, Sabres’ all-time wins leader, announces retirement
Miller: 'I always wanted to do right by the fans' in Buffalo
'"I felt like I was doing something I was very lucky to be doing and Buffalo was allowing me to do it, so I should be trying to make Buffalo a better place by giving my time and giving attention and sometimes giving opportunity or money to different charities which would just make the community rise up just a little bit. That would just make me feel better about what I was … [Read more...] about Miller: ‘I always wanted to do right by the fans’ in Buffalo
Sam Reinhart's successful transition to center strengthens Sabres' depth
'The Sabres suddenly have four dynamic center options for 2021-22: Eichel, Reinhart, Mittelstadt and Dylan Cozens, all of whom were selected in the top 10 in their respective draft. Cody Eakin is under contract through next season, although he has only two goals in 44 games this season. Arttu Ruotsalainen and Rasmus Asplund are possible options at center.' … [Read more...] about Sam Reinhart’s successful transition to center strengthens Sabres’ depth
Sabres rookie Dylan Cozens turns to fighting to try to ignite his own game
'Now opponents may think twice about trying to push around the rookie. Despite handling himself well in two fights this season, Cozens has little experience dropping the gloves. His only scrap in junior hockey occurred in a Western Hockey League preseason game on Sept. 14, 2018, when he fought Sam Pouliot of the Swift Current Broncos.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Dylan Cozens turns to fighting to try to ignite his own game
Sabres’ Sam Reinhart morphing into star as center
'Moving Reinhart was the genesis of his torrid, career-best stretch. In 16 games back at center, he has morphed into the Sabres’ top offensive threat, compiling 10 goals, 15 points and a minus-2 rating.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Sam Reinhart morphing into star as center
Sabres rookie Dylan Cozens wants to use fights as tool to ignite own game
'“After you drop the gloves, the adrenaline boost is something you can’t really get from anything else,” he said. “I do think after a fight it does give me a huge boost. It’s definitely something I think I’ll do when I’m not happy with my game and not happy with how I’m feeling."' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Dylan Cozens wants to use fights as tool to ignite own game
Thursday's Boston Coverage
Boston faces Buffalo, seeks 5th straight home win (AP) Need to Know: Bruins vs. Sabres (BostonBruins.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Boston Coverage
Sabres Cozens wanted to do something to help the team on Tuesday
'The Sabres rookie was upset with that play and some others the past few games so when Kevin Rooney rammed Drake Caggiula into the boards from behind, the youngest player on the team showed up to defend him. Cozens felt he needed to do something to help the team. “The hit didn’t look too good and I wasn’t too happy with my own play these last couple of games and especially that … [Read more...] about Sabres Cozens wanted to do something to help the team on Tuesday
Fight night, round 2: Cozens again shows willingness to get physical
'“Just been kind of fighting the puck lately,” Cozens said. “Haven’t been able to get into a rhythm at all. Our line especially, we talk about it. We just haven’t been able to get into a rhythm lately. I think the main thing is just simplify and just go back to simple things and not try and do too much, that’s when it gets worse.”' … [Read more...] about Fight night, round 2: Cozens again shows willingness to get physical
Cozens sought to provide spark on otherwise off night vs. Rangers
'"I mean, the hit didn't look too good, and I wasn't too happy with my own play these last couple of games and especially that game so I felt I needed to get myself involved some way," Cozens said. "So, I saw it as a good opportunity to do so."' … [Read more...] about Cozens sought to provide spark on otherwise off night vs. Rangers