'• Assistant coach/goalie coach Mike Bales and video coach Myles Fee will stay on in their roles. Interim assistant coach Dan Girardi will return to a development role and Justin White has been hired as video coordinator. White has spent the last three years in Rochester as assistant video and analytics coordinator.' … [Read more...] about Don Granato hires two new assistant coaches, retains Matt Ellis in Sabres’ bench shuffle
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Sabres GM Kevyn Adams sends strong message to Jack Eichel’s camp
'“What’s critically important to make sure is clear that we’re in control of this process,” Adams said Thursday on the KeyBank Center floor. “We have a player under contract. We don’t feel any pressure. If there is a deal out there that we feel is the right thing for the Buffalo Sabres, is going to help us improve, whether it’s improve right away or improve down the road – … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams sends strong message to Jack Eichel’s camp
Sabres change up coaching staff, retain Matt Ellis, add two new faces
'In addition, Justin White has been named video coordinator. Assistant coach Mike Bales, who’s charge of the goalies, and video coach Myles Fee will remain with the Sabres this season, according to the team. Both were hired by ex-coach Ralph Krueger.' … [Read more...] about Sabres change up coaching staff, retain Matt Ellis, add two new faces
Sabres GM Kevyn Adams talks Eichel, Buffalo’s approach in free agency
'The market for Eichel, who is suffering from a neck injury, has slowed to a crawl. With reports of minimal proposed returns and the possibility that the Sabres will wait until next season to move the All-Star center, fans are hoping for the best but expecting the worst despite Adams’ attempt to quell any discontent within the fan base.' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams talks Eichel, Buffalo’s approach in free agency
Icemen coach Jason Christie leaves; to join NHL's Buffalo Sabres as assistant
'During a coaching career dating back to 2000, Christie has coached with the Peoria Rivermen, Utah Grizzlies, Ontario Reign and Tulsa Oilers prior to his time in Jacksonville. He also spent two seasons from 2008 to 2010 as an assistant with the American Hockey League's Chicago Wolves.' … [Read more...] about Icemen coach Jason Christie leaves; to join NHL’s Buffalo Sabres as assistant
Former Peoria Rivermen coach Jason Christie joins Buffalo Sabres coaching staff
'It marks the fifth time Granato and Christie have teamed up.' … [Read more...] about Former Peoria Rivermen coach Jason Christie joins Buffalo Sabres coaching staff
Don Granato fills out his first Sabres coaching staff
'Christie holds the ECHL record with 667 wins as coach over 18 seasons. He played under Granato with Peoria in 1999-2000 when the Riverman won the ECHL Kelly Cup championship, and then succeeded Granato as the team’s coach. Christie was Granato’s assistant with AHL Chicago from 2008-10.' … [Read more...] about Don Granato fills out his first Sabres coaching staff
Don Granato makes two new hires to coaching staff
'Adam Mair is no longer an assistant coach with the Rochester Americans. He's been named the new director of player development that was held by Ellis at the start of last season.' … [Read more...] about Don Granato makes two new hires to coaching staff
Sabres sign forward John Hayden to one-year deal
'While Hayden primarily plays a fourth line checking role, he does possess a good shot that allows him to be a scoring threat. He will likely compete in a similar role this season with the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign forward John Hayden to one-year deal
Adams not going to let distractions influence him to trade Eichel
'"We’re continuing to have a lot of conversations with teams, but what’s clear is we’re in control of this process," the general manager said during his press conference. "We have a player under contract, we don’t feel any pressure. We’re not in a position where we feel that we’re just going to do something to do it." … [Read more...] about Adams not going to let distractions influence him to trade Eichel
Sabres sign defenseman Ethan Prow to one-year deal
'Prow will likely serve a depth role at the AHL level with the Rochester Americans and help serve as a leader among the younger group. He joins players like Sean Malone, Brandon Davidson and Jimmy Schuldt as assets signed to fill out the roster in Rochester for the upcoming season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign defenseman Ethan Prow to one-year deal
Buffalo Sabres sign forward John Hayden, announce changes to coaching and development staffs
'The 26-year-old Hayden has 31 points in 185 games across five NHL seasons with Chicago, New Jersey, and Arizona.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres sign forward John Hayden, announce changes to coaching and development staffs
Buffalo Sabres sign defenseman Ethan Prow to a one-year contract
'The 28-year-old Prow has appeared in 215 career AHL games tallying 116 points. He was selected to the AHL All-Star Game in 2018-19.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres sign defenseman Ethan Prow to a one-year contract
Sabres announce changes to coaching and development staffs
'Jason Christie holds the ECHL all-time record for coaching wins with 667, and served as a head coach in the ECHL for 18 seasons. Christie also served as an assistant coach from the AHL Chicago Wolves from 2008-10.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce changes to coaching and development staffs
Adams: Sabres ‘don’t feel any pressure’ to trade Jack Eichel
'“But I think what’s critically important to make sure is clear is that we’re in control of this process, we have a player under contract, we don’t feel any pressure. If there’s a deal out there that we feel is the right thing for the Buffalo Sabres that’s going to help us improve — whether that’s improve right away or improve down the road, those are all the things we weigh — … [Read more...] about Adams: Sabres ‘don’t feel any pressure’ to trade Jack Eichel