'"It's an unbelievable experience to have as a player and I'm just happy to be a part of it again," Girgensons said after practice Friday in KeyBank Center. "Just being in an (Olympic) Village with all the other athletes, I think that was the coolest part about it. Just being surrounded by other world-class athletes and having a chat with other countries' and your own country's … [Read more...] about Sabres center Zemgus Girgensons named one of Latvia’s first three Olympians
Archives for 2021
John Hayden hoping ‘Swiss Army Knife’ style helps him crack Sabres’ lineup
'“I feel fortunate to be here in Buffalo and help push this in the right direction,” Hayden said following Friday’s practice.' … [Read more...] about John Hayden hoping ‘Swiss Army Knife’ style helps him crack Sabres’ lineup
Sabres notes: Zemgus Girgensons thrilled to represent Latvia at Olympics
'“We’re celebrating like we won the (Stanley) Cup or something,” he said following Friday’s practice inside KeyBank Center. “For the guys back home, it means a lot. I’m glad to be a part of something like that."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Zemgus Girgensons thrilled to represent Latvia at Olympics
All eyes on Eichel and ongoing stalemate with Sabres
'The issue could come to a head should the Sabres suspend Eichel without pay. Such a move would almost surely lead to the NHLPA filing a grievance, which neither side prefers because of the precedent it could set in either affirming or negating the CBA language.' … [Read more...] about All eyes on Eichel and ongoing stalemate with Sabres
Zemgus Girgensons honored to represent Latvia in 2022 Winter Olympics
'“It’s definitely cool," Girgensons said on Friday following practice at KeyBank Center. "I went in Sochi, it’s an unbelievable experience to have as a player and I’m just happy to be a part of it again.”' … [Read more...] about Zemgus Girgensons honored to represent Latvia in 2022 Winter Olympics
Sabres forward Zemgus Girgensons named to 2022 Latvia Olympic team
'Girgensons, who was the Sabres lone All-Star in 2015, has played 489 games with the Sabres since 2013 and has scored 61 goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Zemgus Girgensons named to 2022 Latvia Olympic team
Hayden hopes to be 'Swiss Army Knife' for Sabres
'A quick glance at Hayden's NHL fight card is all it takes to know that he plays with an edge. The winger comes to Buffalo with 16 fights during his five-year career, including a career-high five last season. His ledger includes bouts with former Sabres Marcus Foligno and Nicolas Deslauriers.' … [Read more...] about Hayden hopes to be ‘Swiss Army Knife’ for Sabres
Girgensons selected to Latvia roster for 2022 Olympics
'Each country has been asked to announce three provisional NHL players who will be included on final rosters come January. In addition to Girgensons, Latvia selected San Jose forward Rudolfs Balcers and Toronto prospect Kristians Rubins.' … [Read more...] about Girgensons selected to Latvia roster for 2022 Olympics
Sabres assign Davidson to Rochester
'The 6-foot-2, left-shot defenseman has appeared in 180 games spanning seven NHL seasons. He has tallied 49 points (15+32) in 192 career AHL contests, including a career-high 20 points (3+7) in 34 games with the Stockton Heat (Calgary Flames affiliate) in 2019-20.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Davidson to Rochester
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks drop preseason opener to Comets in shootout (Amerks.com) Malone happy to be back where it all started (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
Q&A: Sam Ventura, the man in charge of the Sabres' analytics department
'Certainly, working with Jason Karmanos again was a big part of it. You know, he and I have established a really good working relationship over the last six years. I was excited to work with him, and with Kevin as well, who I had heard nothing but really good things about. In addition to all of that, you know, I saw it as a really unique opportunity to try to help be part of … [Read more...] about Q&A: Sam Ventura, the man in charge of the Sabres’ analytics department
Sabres assign forwards Jack Quinn, Brett Murray to Rochester
'Quinn, a 20-year-old winger, had his best performance of training camp Tuesday in Pittsburgh, assisting on Murray's first-period goal and scoring during the nine-round shootout after receiving 11:56 of ice time between regulation and overtime. Murray, a 6-foot-5 winger, was the Sabres' best player at the Prospects Challenge and performed well at training camp, but he was … [Read more...] about Sabres assign forwards Jack Quinn, Brett Murray to Rochester
Kyle Okposo vows youthful Sabres will be enthusiastic, full of belief
'“The guys that we have in there, they just love the game,” Sabres winger Kyle Okposo said. “Everybody just wants to play. We just had a practice out there and guys are saying, ‘No, let’s keep going, we want to keep going,’ and then everybody’s staying on the ice after. Guys just want to play hockey."' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo vows youthful Sabres will be enthusiastic, full of belief
Sabres trim training camp roster again, send two players to Amerks
'In Rochester, Quinn, 20, and Murray, 23, will likely play on the first or second line.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trim training camp roster again, send two players to Amerks
Traikos: Why the No. 1 overall pick in NHL draft decided to return to college
'Not that Power regrets his choice. There’s plenty of time to earn a living in the pros. The chance to enjoy another year of college life, however, is what he called a once-in-a-lifetime experience.' … [Read more...] about Traikos: Why the No. 1 overall pick in NHL draft decided to return to college