'Okposo, 34, remained a sounding board for all players, no matter their experience, and encouraged everyone with the Sabres in Don Granato’s first season as coach to feel comfortable being themselves.' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo named Sabres’ captain for the 2022-23 season
Archives for October 9, 2022
Sabres' preseason clarified final roster, revealed notable breakout candidate
'Cozens had the remarkable training camp and preseason the Sabres expected of him. He attacked the middle of the ice, won puck battles and, most important, made his linemates better. This is a continuation of what we saw in the second half of last season. Though Cozens totaled only two goals after the All-Star break, he consistently generated scoring chances. At the IIHF World … [Read more...] about Sabres’ preseason clarified final roster, revealed notable breakout candidate
How the cost of a beer, hot dogs and an Airbnb stack up for Bills and Sabres games
'Meanwhile, KeyBank Center ranks 68th among venues to attend, with a total cost of $367 per game, including an overnight AirBnb stay. At Buffalo Sabres games, fans pay an average of $11 for beer, $5.50 for soft drinks, $5.50 for hot dogs, and $55.42 for tickets, according to the rankings.' … [Read more...] about How the cost of a beer, hot dogs and an Airbnb stack up for Bills and Sabres games
Sabres name Kyle Okposo 20th full-time captain in franchise history
'After stripping Jack Eichel of the captaincy a year ago, the Sabres did not have a full-time captain last season for just the second in franchise history. Instead, Okposo, 34, and Girgensons, 28, each wore an ‘A’ as alternate captains, helping the Sabres establish a fresh culture as they began another rebuild.' … [Read more...] about Sabres name Kyle Okposo 20th full-time captain in franchise history
Sabres make roster moves, waive three defensemen
'The Sabres have 26 players – 15 forwards, eight defensemen and three goalies – left in training camp. They must finalize their 23-man regular-season roster by 5 p.m. Monday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make roster moves, waive three defensemen
Kyle Okposo named 20th captain in Buffalo Sabres history
'“I want the Sabres to succeed,” Okposo said on Saturday. “I know how difficult it's been at times for sports fans in this city and for the people in this city because so much of life is connected to the Bills and the Sabres. And I feel that every day, especially when I'm here in the summer and even in the winters.”' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo named 20th captain in Buffalo Sabres history
Jeff Skinner needs career-best season to make his contract palatable
'Skinner’s contract, which runs for another four seasons after the 2022-23 campaign, may be one of the most difficult to move in the entire NHL, but for a team that’s desperate for positive playoff results – or one that’s desperate just to make the playoffs, period – Skinner’s deal could be more palatable if he’s as good at goal-scoring as he was last year.' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner needs career-best season to make his contract palatable
Sabres name Kyle Okposo 20th captain in team history
'The alternate captains are Zemgus Girgensons and Rasmus Dahlin. It’s obvious Adams wanted to make the announcement in front of the families, but none of the three players will be available to speak until Monday because the team has Sunday off.' … [Read more...] about Sabres name Kyle Okposo 20th captain in team history
Some Sabres players can't wait to get season started
'“Personally, I don’t remember having this long of a gap, but with the way we practice, it mimics a game. So I don’t have any issues for our team,” said forward Zemgus Girgensons on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Some Sabres players can’t wait to get season started
Kyle Okposo reflects on time in Buffalo as he becomes the newest Sabres captain
'In the years since his hospitalization, Okposo has become an advocate for mental health awareness in the community and inside the Sabres locker room.' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo reflects on time in Buffalo as he becomes the newest Sabres captain
Buffalo Sabres select Kyle Okposo as captain
'The team revealed its captain group for the 2022-23 season, which includes forward Zemgus Girgensons and defenseman Rasmus Dahlin as alternates, in a social media graphic on Saturday. Okposo, Girgensons and Dahlin each wore the “A” on their sweaters last season, as the Sabres did not have a captain after stripping the “C” from Jack Eichel during training camp.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres select Kyle Okposo as captain
Dave Dryden's date with history nearly eluded late NHL goalie
'"I thought starting the brothers right off the bat would be a [heck] of a deal for the crowd," Imlach said after the game. "But MacNeil didn't want to give the fans a run for their money until he had to.' … [Read more...] about Dave Dryden’s date with history nearly eluded late NHL goalie
Okposo named Sabres captain
'"It's left a really special place in my heart where I want this place to succeed," Okposo said. "I want the Sabres to succeed. I know how difficult it's been at times for sports fans in this city and for the people in this city because so much of life is connected to the Bills and the Sabres. And I feel that every day, especially when I'm here in the summer and even in the … [Read more...] about Okposo named Sabres captain
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks doubled up by Crunch in preseason opener (Amerks.com) Crunch Top Amerks, 4-2, In Preseason Finale (SyracuseCrunch.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage