'Bryson is coming off his worst NHL season but possesses two important traits that separated him from the competition. He’s an exceptional skater, understands how to use his strengths to thwart rush chances and he breaks the puck out better than Stillman or Clague. The latter are is vital in Don Granato’s system because a smart first pass allows the Sabres to get to their … [Read more...] about Sabres’ latest cuts signal that Zach Benson, Jacob Bryson will be on roster
Archives for October 8, 2023
Sabres’ Jacob Bryson enjoying strong training camp after ‘tough season’
'Still, his future here is unclear. The Sabres have their deepest blue line since the post-lockout days of the mid-2000s. Right now, he ranks seventh or eighth on the depth chart.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jacob Bryson enjoying strong training camp after ‘tough season’
Sabres’ Peyton Krebs never expected to fight Sidney Crosby: ‘It was fun’
'“He’s been my favorite player growing up since I can remember, so definitely something I didn’t expect,” Krebs said following Saturday’s practice at LECOM Harborcenter. “But it was fun. Battling hard, two competitive guys who like to win.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Peyton Krebs never expected to fight Sidney Crosby: ‘It was fun’
Sabres waive three more players, close to finalizing 23-man roster
'They must finalize their 23-man regular-season roster by 5 p.m. Monday. They can reach that number by placing winger Jack Quinn and center Matt Savoie, who just returned to practice, on injured reserve.' … [Read more...] about Sabres waive three more players, close to finalizing 23-man roster
Sabres down to 23 active players on Saturday
'2022 first-round pick Matt Savoie is also still in Buffalo, but I would think he will join Jack Quinn on injured reserve come Monday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres down to 23 active players on Saturday
4 check: Sabres lineup taking shape ahead of opening night
'At 18 years, five months, Benson could become the youngest Sabres skater since Pierre Turgeon in 1987. He is a month younger than April baby Rasmus Dahlin was on opening night in 2018. Jack Eichel turned 19 a few weeks after the start of his rookie season in 2015. Sam Reinhart was about that age the season before, same with Rasmus Ristolainen in 2013. Four of those players … [Read more...] about 4 check: Sabres lineup taking shape ahead of opening night
Krebs continued to show hardnosed identity in preseason finale
'“I’ve allowed myself to find a role where I want to be the guy that can shut down the top lines, can play PK, can win every faceoff I can,” Krebs said. “I want to be the guy that coach can rely on every shift to get the puck out, have a good stick, go gets some shots on net, put the next line out there."' … [Read more...] about Krebs continued to show hardnosed identity in preseason finale
Sabres assign 5 players to Amerks
'The Buffalo Sabres have assigned forward Lukas Rousek and defenseman Ryan Johnson to the Rochester Americans, the team announced Saturday. Forward Brandon Biro and defensemen Kale Clague and Riley Stillman have also been assigned to Rochester pending waiver clearance.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign 5 players to Amerks