'The prominent role wasn’t a gift, either. Only nine months ago, at the start of the 56-game regular season, Mittelstadt was on the Sabres’ taxi squad. Kevyn Adams wasn’t the general manager who selected Mittelstadt eighth overall in 2017.' … [Read more...] about Hardened by early NHL struggles, Casey Mittelstadt in line to lead Sabres
Archives for October 12, 2021
Sabres' roster takes shape with decision to send JJ Peterka to Rochester
'While Peterka showed he's close to NHL ready, the Sabres view a prominent role with heavy minutes in Rochester over less ice time in Buffalo. Coach Don Granato made it clear that he expects Peterka to help the Sabres this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ roster takes shape with decision to send JJ Peterka to Rochester
Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame: Ron Moscati photo inspired Sabres' French Connection statue
'Moscati’s work is a familiar sight to Buffalo sports fans of all ages, as his iconic heads-on image of Sabres greats Gilbert Perrault, Rick Martin and Renè Robert skating side-by-side in transition served as the basis for the French Connection statue in Alumni Plaza outside KeyBank Center. The photo, captured during Game 1 of the 1975 Prince of Wales Final against Montreal, … [Read more...] about Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame: Ron Moscati photo inspired Sabres’ French Connection statue
Jacob Bryson’s rapping, on-ice play endearing him to Sabres
'In a downright awful season, Bryson emerged as one of the Sabres’ biggest surprises, compiling one goal and nine points while averaging 19 minutes, 3 seconds of ice time in 38 games. His minus-1 rating ranked second among the team’s regulars. He also earned enough trust to kill penalties and play on the power play.' … [Read more...] about Jacob Bryson’s rapping, on-ice play endearing him to Sabres
Sabres prospect JJ Peterka has ‘tremendous opportunity’ with Amerks
'Peterka, 19, was essentially the Sabres’ final cut. The German winger made a strong impression during his first NHL training camp, scoring three goals and four points in five preseason games. Granato expects he will back this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect JJ Peterka has ‘tremendous opportunity’ with Amerks
Some Movement At Last in the Jack Eichel Saga?
'This doesn't mean a deal is coming soon. Eichel's $10 million annual cap hit for the next five seasons and the Sabres' high asking price remain significant sticking points. Nevertheless, we could be seeing the beginning of the end of this story.' … [Read more...] about Some Movement At Last in the Jack Eichel Saga?
Peterka, Fitzgerald assigned to Rochester as Sabres finalize roster
'In addition, Buffalo lost forward Axel Jonsson-Fjallby as the Washington Capitals, who re-claimed him off waivers.' … [Read more...] about Peterka, Fitzgerald assigned to Rochester as Sabres finalize roster
Sabres finalize 23-man roster for regular season
'The Sabres assigned Peterka to Rochester in advance of the 5 p.m. deadline for NHL teams to submit their 23-man regular-season rosters on Monday. Defenseman Casey Fitzgerald was also reassigned to the Amerks, leaving the Sabres with a group of 14 forwards, seven defensemen, and two goaltenders.' … [Read more...] about Sabres finalize 23-man roster for regular season