'"There's some people who feel that this was just something that was put on by Eichel's agent to put off being traded by one year because if they accomplish that and get to July 1, then his 'no movement clause' kicks in, and he can do what Taylor Hall did and pick where he wants to go," Hamilton said.' … [Read more...] about With no control over trade, could Eichel wait it out one more season in Buffalo?
Archives for 2021
Buffalo Sabres nominate Eichel for King Clancy award
'Eichel supports Roswell Park and Best Buddies in Western New York, and made efforts to help nurses throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, while providing masks to local hospitals.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres nominate Eichel for King Clancy award
Eichel selected as nominee for King Clancy Trophy
'Eichel continued his support of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and Best Buddies WNY, two organizations he has aligned closely with since coming to Buffalo in 2015. He sent 450 bouquets of flowers to nurses at Roswell Park earlier this month in recognition of International Nurses Day.' … [Read more...] about Eichel selected as nominee for King Clancy Trophy
After memorable Sabres stint, Michael Houser finishes strong in Rochester
'"It has been coming really fast at me. I guess it hasn't all really sunk in quite yet," Houser said Monday on the Amerks' breakup day. "Just because it was eight games in two weeks, I just tried to stay in the moment as best I could just because it's been so much hockey. Two months ago, I would have taken a week or two like this over not playing any time. So I'm never going to … [Read more...] about After memorable Sabres stint, Michael Houser finishes strong in Rochester
World Championships: Arttu Ruotsalainen to play for Finland, JJ Peterka for Germany
'Peterka, meanwhile, is coming off a season in which he had nine goals and 20 points in 30 regular-season games for EHC Red Bull Munchen of Germany's top professional league. Drafted in the second round by General Manager Kevyn Adams, Peterka also played for Germany at the IIHF World Junior Championship and exceled in 12 games for EC Red Bull Salzburg of Austria's top league.' … [Read more...] about World Championships: Arttu Ruotsalainen to play for Finland, JJ Peterka for Germany
Sabres prospect Mattias Samuelsson close to cracking NHL for good
'“OK, you did a good job in those 12 games, you got a taste,” Amerks coach Seth Appert said the coaches told Samuelsson. “Now come back for these four games and try to show that you’re done with the American Hockey League with your performance and how competitive you are and how well you play.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Mattias Samuelsson close to cracking NHL for good
Jason Karmanos likes the progress of the Sabres' young players
'Adams and Karmanos have to figure out what to do with Jack Eichel, Sam Reinhart, Rasmus Ristolainen and Linus Ullmark. Karmanos said, “There’s a lot going on right now and we’re trying to get this on track and get a culture and an identity for our club and coach is a big part of that.”' … [Read more...] about Jason Karmanos likes the progress of the Sabres’ young players
Challenges from Adams, Granato motivated Mittelstadt to solid season
'“It’s a good lesson for me to go home and realize the amount of work I have to put in every day and the things that I have to do away from the rink to get myself ready to play and I think that was the biggest difference more than anything. I think when you do that you get in the zone and start playing well,” Mittelstadt said.' … [Read more...] about Challenges from Adams, Granato motivated Mittelstadt to solid season
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks look ahead after finishing full season amid pandemic (WHEC-TV) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Assessing possible candidates to coach the Sabres in 2021-22
'Gerard Gallant, free agent: This is a pipe-dream candidate. Gallant is highly sought after by the New York Rangers and likely will draw interest from the Seattle Kraken. The cost to hire Gallant also likely would put the Sabres out of the running, as ownership still owes money to Ralph Krueger.' … [Read more...] about Assessing possible candidates to coach the Sabres in 2021-22
Sabres’ Kyle Okposo found game under Don Granato after career-worst start
'After a neck problem shelved him three games, Okposo quickly found a groove under Granato, registering one goal and eight points over the next nine contests. Granato rewarded a more active Okposo by giving him more ice time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo found game under Don Granato after career-worst start
Sabres will have more representation at World Championship
'Ruotsalainen, 23, will represent Team Finland after compiling five goals and six points in his first 17 NHL games this season. He started his first North American campaign with the Rochester Americans, scoring five goals and 13 points in 13 outings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will have more representation at World Championship
Hamilton: Will the Sabres get proper value for Eichel this offseason?
'We don’t know if teams are willing to give the Sabres the proper value to acquire Eichel. If they do, that’s going to help fill quite a few holes on this team.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Will the Sabres get proper value for Eichel this offseason?
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks top Comets in regular season finale (Amerks.com) Comets end season with loss to Americans, 2-1 (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
How Don Granato's career path might fit what the Sabres need in a coach
'“I’ve told many people this over the years: he’s the smartest hockey guy I’ve ever been around,” said Fohr, who is in his 10th year as an assistant coach at NTDP. “A very, very good teacher.”' … [Read more...] about How Don Granato’s career path might fit what the Sabres need in a coach