'Now, Thompson’s contract might be among the best bargains in the NHL. According to CapFriendly.com, Thompson’s $7.142 million annual cap hit is lower than 89 players. His teammate, Dylan Cozens, is right behind Thompson at $7.1 million.' … [Read more...] about One year later, Tage Thompson’s $50 million contract looks like a bargain for Sabres
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15 Buffalo Sabres games this season will be national broadcasts
'However, the Sabres’ matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs on March 30 is one of six games that will require a subscription to ESPN+ or Hulu. The others that will be streamed exclusively on the platforms are a Dec. 5 game against Detroit in Buffalo, an Atlantic Division matchup on the road with the Florida Panthers on Feb. 27, Jack Eichel’s return to KeyBank Center with the … [Read more...] about 15 Buffalo Sabres games this season will be national broadcasts
When you can watch the Sabres on national TV during the 2023-24 season
'The schedule breaks down as follows: seven games on TNT (five exclusive, two available on MSG in Buffalo market); six on ESPN+/Hulu (subscription streaming); one on ABC; one on ESPN.' … [Read more...] about When you can watch the Sabres on national TV during the 2023-24 season
15 Sabres games will be on national TV
'Buffalo’s Feb. 10 home game against St. Louis will be broadcast on ABC, the Oct. 17 game against Tampa Bay will be shown on ESPN, and six games are scheduled to stream on ESPN+/Hulu.' … [Read more...] about 15 Sabres games will be on national TV
Sabres loan Ostlund to SHL Vaxjo
'Ostlund tallied 26 points (8+18) in 37 games last season playing with Djurgardens of HockeyAllsvenskan, the second-tier professional league in Sweden. He later joined the Rochester Americans for a portion of their playoff run, though an injury limited him to off-ice activities.' … [Read more...] about Sabres loan Ostlund to SHL Vaxjo
Sabres to appear 15 times on national broadcasts in 2023-24
'The Walt Disney Company and Turner Sports announced their TV and streaming schedules Wednesday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to appear 15 times on national broadcasts in 2023-24
Sabres planning experiment to make sure their fans gets first chance at tickets
'Official plans have yet to be released, but it’s clear where this is targeted: It’s about reducing the number of Canadian fans in the building for visits by Toronto and Montreal, the number of Pennsylvania fans in the house when Pittsburgh is here. Same for the number of downstate fans coming to see the New York Rangers, or Michigan fans following the Detroit Red Wings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres planning experiment to make sure their fans gets first chance at tickets
Devils’ Lindy Ruff honors late Sabres broadcaster Rick Jeanneret, praises coach Don Granato
'“One of my biggest disappointments was not being able to give RJ that Stanley Cup call,” Ruff said. “I can’t imagine what that call would have been like, or how that goal would have been like, or how Rick would have portrayed the whole event. But to me, you’re looking at something that would have been spectacular.”' … [Read more...] about Devils’ Lindy Ruff honors late Sabres broadcaster Rick Jeanneret, praises coach Don Granato
Pegula Sports and Entertainment dissolved at key time for Buffalo Sabres
'The announcement also raises questions about the future of the hockey team the Pegulas have owned since 2011. And it comes at a pivotal time for the Sabres, playing in an aging arena that is in need of upgrades at a time when the team is coming off a season when it barely missed the playoffs and expectations are high for further improvement in the upcoming season.' … [Read more...] about Pegula Sports and Entertainment dissolved at key time for Buffalo Sabres
Terry Pegula dissolves PSE, names himself president of Sabres
'The Sabres and Bills had shared resources and operated under the “One Buffalo” umbrella since Pegula purchased the NFL franchise in 2014.' … [Read more...] about Terry Pegula dissolves PSE, names himself president of Sabres
Terry Pegula takes over as Sabres team president, dissolves Pegula Sports and Entertainment
'Pegula will work alongside team COO John Roth, who was promoted to the same position with the Bills following Raccuia’s departure. Kevyn Adams will remain the Sabres general manager.' … [Read more...] about Terry Pegula takes over as Sabres team president, dissolves Pegula Sports and Entertainment
Pegula appoints himself NHL Sabres president, dissolves parent company that also oversaw NFL’s Bills
'The announcement to dissolve Pegula Sports and Entertainment is being referred to as one “allowing each respective organization to focus singularly on their efforts.” The decision marks the next step in a management restructuring Pegula began in July, when he fired executive vice president and COO Ron Raccuia, who oversaw the operations of both franchises.' … [Read more...] about Pegula appoints himself NHL Sabres president, dissolves parent company that also oversaw NFL’s Bills
Terry Pegula named president of the Buffalo Sabres, PSE to be dissolved
'7 Sports has learned that PSE has let go of several people. It was described to Sports Director Matt Bové as "more than five but less than 10."' … [Read more...] about Terry Pegula named president of the Buffalo Sabres, PSE to be dissolved
Terry Pegula separates Bills, Sabres operations, dissolves PSE
'“We are thankful for the work and effort so many individuals have put into PSE over the years, but feel it is the right time for them to return home to separate organizations,” Terry Pegula said in a statement. “We feel that now is the right time to dissolve PSE and allow everyone to focus solely on their respective organization. It is a great time to be a Buffalo sports fan … [Read more...] about Terry Pegula separates Bills, Sabres operations, dissolves PSE
‘RJ is proud of the job you’ve done’: Don Granato draws praise from Lindy Ruff
'Ruff told the gathering of close to 2,500 fans and 60 Sabres alumni on Sunday that “he will be with you all this year.”' … [Read more...] about ‘RJ is proud of the job you’ve done’: Don Granato draws praise from Lindy Ruff