'He has played 169 games across parts of three seasons with the Sabres and has tallied 34 goals and 60 assists for 94 points.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres and Dylan Cozens agree to terms on a 7-year contract extension
Archives for February 2023
Sabres sign Dylan Cozens to 7-year extension worth $7.1M annually
'The Sabres now have their top two centers locked up long term. Cozens’ extended contract’s $7.1 million annual value is worth slightly less than the 7-year deal, $50 million extension that top-line center Tage Thompson signed with the Sabres in August. The 25-year-old Thompson’s deal, which doesn’t kick in until next season, already looks like a bargain as leads the Sabres … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Dylan Cozens to 7-year extension worth $7.1M annually
Buffalo Sabres sign Dylan Cozens to 7-year extension
'The 2019 seventh-overall draft pick has 17 goals and 26 assists in 49 games, setting another season high. Cozens is currently on pace for 0.88 points per game, second in his draft class.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres sign Dylan Cozens to 7-year extension
Hamilton: Sabres spending money the right way in Cozens signing
'For the first two years, Adams had to trade for injured players just to get to the Salary Cap Floor, but he always said they wouldn’t be doing that forever and he has held true to his word.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Sabres spending money the right way in Cozens signing
Sabres agree to terms with Cozens on 7-year contract extension
'The Sabres have now signed three members of their core to seven-year contracts in the past six months, all of whom are under the age of 26. Tage Thompson, 25, signed a $50 million contract in August. Mattias Samuelsson, 22, signed for $30 million in October.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with Cozens on 7-year contract extension
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
All-Star classic experience a positive one for Rousek (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Opinion: Just when I thought I was out, the Sabres pull me in
'I hope you will enjoy the Sabres bye week because after that the fun(stress) resumes. The Sabres play 32 games over the final two months. Hopefully they will be playing meaningful games in April. They sure are right now and its nice to see my Sabres emotions were always there. They just needed to be woken up.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Just when I thought I was out, the Sabres pull me in
Sabres' commitment to doing 'unsavory things' to win stands out to analyst Kevin Weekes
'“You’re going to ask me what those unsavory things are. That’s managing pucks. Making wise plays. Battling harder in front of their own net. Not forcing plays that aren’t there. Doing all of the little things that you saw when Colorado won the (Stanley) Cup last year and Tampa (Bay) made three straight appearances (in the Final) and won two Cups.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ commitment to doing ‘unsavory things’ to win stands out to analyst Kevin Weekes
Sabres exit All-Star Break looking to snap record-long playoff streak
'The second Wild Card and the team directly ahead of the Sabres is the Penguins. Pittsburgh has the most games left with 33 and will play twice before Buffalo next touches the ice: Tuesday against Colorado and Friday against Anaheim. Both the Caps and Pens come out of the break chilly, each winning just four of their last 10 contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres exit All-Star Break looking to snap record-long playoff streak
Jason Payne, one of only two Black head coaches in pro hockey, has Sabres' ECHL affiliate thriving
'“It’s awesome to see (Payne’s) rise and how he’s helped young players,” said Christie, who played against Payne in the ECHL and coached in the league for 18 years. “He puts in the work and he’s such a good person. The sky’s the limit for him, no question.”' … [Read more...] about Jason Payne, one of only two Black head coaches in pro hockey, has Sabres’ ECHL affiliate thriving
Dahlin is on the winning team at the NHL All-Star Game
'Dahlin had been held off the scoreboard until he got a penalty shot late in the final game. Dahlin pulled the puck behind him, but was stopped by Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, but just six second later, Dahlin did score his only goal of the day.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin is on the winning team at the NHL All-Star Game
Sabres' Dahlin scores in Atlantic's NHL All-Star Game final
'Dahlin was awarded a penalty shot with under a minute to go in the game and was unable to score, but he immediately got behind Winnipeg goalie Connor Hellebuyck after the missed shot to extend the Atlantic's lead to 7-3.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dahlin scores in Atlantic’s NHL All-Star Game final
Dahlin on All-Star Weekend: 'It's important that Buffalo is represented'
'"It's important that Buffalo is [represented]," Dahlin said. "We're gaining some respect now, we're playing better. It's awesome to represent my club. I'm trying to bring home the win to Buffalo, so that's an extra good thing."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin on All-Star Weekend: ‘It’s important that Buffalo is represented’
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks head into All-Star break with 5-4 OT win in Belleville (Amerks.com) Belleville Sens head Into All-Star break with a hard-fought point (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Linus Ullmark, fellow All-Star goalies show Sabres need to be patient with UPL
'“It meant a lot,” Ullmark told a group of reporters when asked about his time with the Sabres prior to the skills competition Friday. “I grew up basically over here in Rochester and then Buffalo, so I have a lot of gratitude toward the organization and all the teammates I had over the years there, all the coaches, as well. If it wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t be where I am … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark, fellow All-Star goalies show Sabres need to be patient with UPL