'“We know their potential skill,” Granato said. “We know they're (talented) and, like I said, they compete, they're dedicated to improvement. If they weren't, they wouldn't be here because they need to improve. They need to get better, they need to acclimate to size, strength, speed of NHL players. They're behind right now and it's going to take them a bit, but we know their … [Read more...] about Jack Quinn, JJ Peterka ready to learn through ‘ups and downs’ with Sabres
Archives for October 12, 2022
Unsatisified by fine finish, Sabres strive to reach another level in 2022-23
'“You know, no matter what we did, we want to win and win more,” Granato said. “And I've said it many times, if there's one thing I'm greedy about, it's wanting to win. I'll take more and more. … Things might look good, good things might look great, but don't we want better? I don't want to settle for good or great. I want better, better. So, that's easy. That's the mindset.”' … [Read more...] about Unsatisified by fine finish, Sabres strive to reach another level in 2022-23
'You want what's best for him:' How Tage Thompson's wife helped fuel his Sabres emergence
'“I feel like we know each other better than anybody else, having gone through all the highs and lows and being there to support each other,” Rachel added while cradling Brooks.' … [Read more...] about ‘You want what’s best for him:’ How Tage Thompson’s wife helped fuel his Sabres emergence
Mike Harrington: Jeff Skinner is scoring, smiling and chirping. But when will he and the Sabres finally get to the playoffs?
'But things are different under Don Granato. Skinner is a first-line player again, a 33-goal scorer last season who could push 40 again.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Jeff Skinner is scoring, smiling and chirping. But when will he and the Sabres finally get to the playoffs?
NHL power rankings: Avalanche have real shot to repeat but a strong field of challengers to tackle
'21. Buffalo Sabres. Will the good vibes of March, April and training camp continue? Will Owen Power win the Calder? Stay tuned. Fun ride ahead.' … [Read more...] about NHL power rankings: Avalanche have real shot to repeat but a strong field of challengers to tackle
How we see it: Predictions for Sabres' record and leaders, playoff teams, NHL awards
'Sabres in Atlantic: 6th.' … [Read more...] about How we see it: Predictions for Sabres’ record and leaders, playoff teams, NHL awards
With 'Elvis' retired, this is Dan Dunleavy's moment with Sabres
'“I think we’ve done a really good job allowing our fans to get to know him for 10 years,” said Chrisanne Bellas, the Sabres vice president of broadcasting. “I look it at as a new era for the Sabres and a new era for Sabres broadcasts. It is Dan’s opportunity to make it his own.”' … [Read more...] about With ‘Elvis’ retired, this is Dan Dunleavy’s moment with Sabres
Sabres excited to add JJ Peterka, Jack Quinn to roster: ‘They will acclimate’
'“I was just super, super happy,” an excited Peterka said following Tuesday’s practice of learning he had made the team. “I mean, that was the thing I was working for the whole summer. Yeah, to have made the team is just an unbelievable feeling for me.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres excited to add JJ Peterka, Jack Quinn to roster: ‘They will acclimate’
Sabres captain Kyle Okposo cleared to play following injury
'Okposo, 34, practiced fully Tuesday, skating at right wing beside center Rasmus Asplund and Zemgus Girgensons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain Kyle Okposo cleared to play following injury
Sabres' Quinn and Peterka are thrilled to have earned roster spots
'Peterka played with Peyton Krebs in Rochester, but this is the first time he’s gotten to play with Dylan Cozens. He’s enjoying playing with the ‘Old guy” who is 21-years-old, “You can see it that he’s played two years in the league already and even though he’s still young, he’s such a great leader in the locker-room and he’s helping me a lot with trying to figure things out.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Quinn and Peterka are thrilled to have earned roster spots
Listen: Granato: Okposo is unequivocally our No. 1 leader
'“This guy is unequivocally our number one leader. He sets himself apart just through what he does every day and what he's done in his career and how he carries himself like this is the role model we want mentoring our youth.” Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Listen: Granato: Okposo is unequivocally our No. 1 leader
Former Sabres head coach Joe Crozier dies at the age of 93
'Crozier coached 192 games with the Sabres going 77-80-35. He also coached the Rochester Americans to three championships in the 60’s.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres head coach Joe Crozier dies at the age of 93
Buffalo Sabres mourn Hall of Famer, former head coach Joe Crozier
'Crozier was credited with putting together the famous French Connection, the forward line made up of Gilbert Perreault, Rick Martin and Rene Robert.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres mourn Hall of Famer, former head coach Joe Crozier
'It's a slow burn' | How Dahlin has emerged as a leader with Sabres
'"Now it burns a little bit differently," Okposo said recently. "The same fire is still in there for him, the stove just isn't at 700 degrees, it's at 350. And it's more of a slow burn where the meat's going to be cooked well, like it's going to be exactly the way it should be."' … [Read more...] about ‘It’s a slow burn’ | How Dahlin has emerged as a leader with Sabres
Breaking down the Sabres' 23-man roster
'Okposo and Girgensons - two frequent linemates through the years who play a hard-nosed, puck-hunting style - will be centered by Asplund, who spent recent seasons on the wing.' … [Read more...] about Breaking down the Sabres’ 23-man roster