'“And on the ice, he played huge minutes, top team in the country, got the chance to go to World Juniors. … Got a chance to go to the Olympics. I think when you add it all up, it was a great development year for him because regardless of how talented he is, he’s still a young player and we want to keep helping him get better and better and set him up for success.”' … [Read more...] about Owen Power’s signing offers upstart Sabres excitement, more hope
Archives for April 2022
With Owen Power signed, Sabres can focus on Erik Portillo, Ryan Johnson
'“You want to be respectful because these guys have put their heart and soul into something and trying to win a national championship, and then, like, it just ends,” the general manager said on a Zoom call Friday to discuss Power’s contract. “There’s a lot of emotion and you want to be respectful of that. But we have already been in conversation with both of them, making sure … [Read more...] about With Owen Power signed, Sabres can focus on Erik Portillo, Ryan Johnson
Saturday's Florida Coverage
Another night, another comeback for Panthers, but concern is mounting as playoffs near (Miami Herald) Bobrovsky, Panthers rally past Sabres as Florida scores at least four unanswered goals for fourth straight game (South Florida Sun Sentinel) 5 Takeaways: Bennett's late goal sends Panthers past Sabres (FloridaPantehrs.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Florida Coverage
Owen Power signs entry-level deal with Buffalo Sabres
'The Sabres already have been eliminated from the playoffs for a NHL-record 11th straight season. But with Power part of the up-and-coming core, the future is starting to look bright.' … [Read more...] about Owen Power signs entry-level deal with Buffalo Sabres
Michigan No. 1 pick Owen Power inks NHL deal
'The 6-foot-5, 214-pounder played big minutes for Michigan both years in Ann Arbor. This season, he tied for the team lead with 29 assists in 32 games while adding three goals, although he went his last 21 games without one. The Mississauga, Ontario native also was second on the team with a plus-27 rating.' … [Read more...] about Michigan No. 1 pick Owen Power inks NHL deal
Bennett scores late, Panthers rally to beat Sabres 4-3
'“We blow the opportunity to get two points or bring it to overtime for one point. It’s frustrating,” coach Don Granato said. “It’s a lost game in the last minute, but the silver lining is our guys will grow from it.”' … [Read more...] about Bennett scores late, Panthers rally to beat Sabres 4-3
Power signs with Sabres as Michigan to NHL exodus begins
'The 6-foot-6, 214-pound defenseman was more than a point-a-game player for Michigan, had a hat trick at the world junior championship before it was called off and played almost 22 minutes a game for Canada at the Winter Olympics in Beijing. Power will get some valuable experience by suiting up with the Sabres, who will not make the playoffs for the 11th consecutive season.' … [Read more...] about Power signs with Sabres as Michigan to NHL exodus begins
Owen Power signs entry-level contract with Sabres
'Named to the NCAA's B1G first all-star team, Power was one of the most dominant defensemen in college hockey this season despite being younger than most of the league. Power's NCAA career was capped at 48 points in 59 games, good for sixth among defensemen over the past two years, but first among 92 U-20 defenders.' … [Read more...] about Owen Power signs entry-level contract with Sabres
Another Sabres lead vanishes against Panthers
'It looked like the game was destined for overtime with the teams still deadlocked at three, but then the Panthers went to work inside the final minute. Barkov found forward Sam Bennett all alone on the left side of Tokarski, and Bennett tapped in the game-winning goal with just 37.3 seconds left on the docket.' … [Read more...] about Another Sabres lead vanishes against Panthers
Sabres sign Owen Power to entry-level deal
'With Power joining Rasmus Dahlin and Mattias Samuelsson at left defense, the Sabres are set for years to come. Power is 19-years-old, while Dahlin is 21 and Samuelsson is 22.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Owen Power to entry-level deal
Kevyn Adams said they won't put too much pressure on Owen Power
'“It’s a proud day for our organization, we certainly believe in Owen and his abilities both on and off the ice. We’re just excited to have him join this group, to come in and be himself and he can just come in and play, he doesn’t have to feel like the weight of the world is on his shoulders, so we want to isolate him in the locker-room, we want to set him up for success and … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams said they won’t put too much pressure on Owen Power
Buffalo Sabres give up another comeback in 4-3 loss to Panthers
'Dustin Tokarski was peppered by the Panthers all night long and made 39 saves on the night. But four Florida shots broke through, including Sam Bennett's game winner that was scored with less than a minute to go in the game.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres give up another comeback in 4-3 loss to Panthers
Sabres sign 1st overall pick Owen Power to entry-level contract
'In 33 games with the Wolverines, Power scored three goals and added 29 assists. He also represented his country in the Winter Olympics, registering one assist in five games for Team Canada.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 1st overall pick Owen Power to entry-level contract
Newly signed Owen Power "likely" to make Sabres debut on Tuesday in Toronto
'"I think it'll be good for him to get on the ice, be around the guys, and be ready to go," Adams said. "We're excited. I hope we see a lot of Owen Power fans in Canada."' … [Read more...] about Newly signed Owen Power “likely” to make Sabres debut on Tuesday in Toronto
Sabres sign 2021 first round pick Owen Power to three-year deal
'“It’s a proud day for our organization. We believe in Owen and his abilities, and we’re excited to have him join this group and be himself,” Sabres General Manager Kevyn Adams said on Friday. “He doesn’t have to feel the weight of the world on his shoulders. He’s a young player, it feels like a lot to manage, there’s a lot going on, and we want to set him up for success so he … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2021 first round pick Owen Power to three-year deal