'“I know that word gets thrown around a lot,” Sabres center Tage Thompson said of accountability. “I think for me, accountability is consequences and actions. If you’re not doing the right things on the ice, there needs to be repercussions, whether it’s being benched or in the press box if you’re not playing winning hockey.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres want more accountability from new coach: ‘A little too comfortable’
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Sabres assign prospect Noah Ostlund to Rochester Amerks
'Ostlund, 20, recently completed his first season in the Swedish Hockey League, scoring 12 goals and 23 points in 38 games for Vaxjo HC.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign prospect Noah Ostlund to Rochester Amerks
Tage Thompson feels players need to suffer consequences for poor play
'"I think consistency is the other thing. I think, at times, you could see we were a great team and at other times, we were too casual. That’s something that’s got to be instilled in us, and that goes back to accountability, because it’s us in here holding each other accountable," Thompson explained. "If there’s someone not playing the way they need to, it needs to come from up … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson feels players need to suffer consequences for poor play
Sabres assign 2022 first-round pick Noah Ostlund to Amerks
'The 20-year-old played a total of 38 games in the Swedish Hockey League this season with the Växjö Lakers HC, scoring 12 goals and adding 11 assists for 23 points. He added a goal and an assist in seven playoff games, but his team was eliminated from the playoffs last week.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign 2022 first-round pick Noah Ostlund to Amerks
Alex Tuch named Sabres' nominee for King Clancy Trophy
'The annual honor is awarded to the player that "best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made noteworthy humanitarian contributions to his community." The winner will be chosen by a committee of senior NHL executives led by commissioner Gary Bettman and deputy commissioner Bill Daly.' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch named Sabres’ nominee for King Clancy Trophy
Lindy Ruff returning to Buffalo idea gets approval from locker room
'"I got to meet him for the first time this year," said Alex Tuch. "I didn't even think about that; Lindy is a great, smart coach. I have always been a huge fan of his."' … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff returning to Buffalo idea gets approval from locker room
‘Terry Pegula is as engaged as he’s ever been,’ says Sabres GM Kevyn Adams
'“Terry Pegula watches closely, talks to me every day, has strong opinions on what he sees,” Adams said. “And we have great conversations.”' … [Read more...] about ‘Terry Pegula is as engaged as he’s ever been,’ says Sabres GM Kevyn Adams
'We weren't good enough' | Sabres veterans reflect on season
'“As a group, we have to play better,” he said. “First of all, we have to look ourselves in the mirror. Us players, we weren't good enough. We didn't help Donny at all, honestly. So now, we need a good summer. When we get to training camp, we need a really good camp. And we have to be pushed. We have a young group, who [is] hungry, and we need to get pushed hard. And we're … [Read more...] about ‘We weren’t good enough’ | Sabres veterans reflect on season
Top quotes from Day 1 of Sabres locker cleanout
'“Yeah, I mean, I think no one in here is satisfied,” he said. “Everyone is disappointed with the result and frustrated with the result. And I think moving forward, you use that as motivation in whatever way you choose kind of. I think every person deals with that kind of thing differently. But I think there’s no shortage of motivation and urgency for guys in this room to play … [Read more...] about Top quotes from Day 1 of Sabres locker cleanout
Tuch selected as Sabres' nominee for King Clancy Memorial Trophy
'Tuch’s second consecutive nomination comes just days after Sabres fans voted him as the recipient of the 2023-24 Rick Martin Memorial Award. “The Rico” is presented annually to the player who fans believe best embodies what it means to be a Buffalo Sabre based on on-ice excellence, resiliency, and dedication to the community.' … [Read more...] about Tuch selected as Sabres’ nominee for King Clancy Memorial Trophy
Sabres reassign Ostlund to Rochester
'Ostlund, 20, was a first-round pick (16th overall) by the Sabres in the 2022 NHL Draft. He had 23 points (12+11) in 38 games this season with the Vaxjo Lakers of the Swedish Hockey League. He also won a silver medal at the IIHF World Junior Championship, where he had 10 points (3+7) in seven games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reassign Ostlund to Rochester
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks defeat Marlies, tie Crunch for first place in North Division (WHEC-TV) Amerks move into first-place tie with 3-1 win over Marlies (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
GM Kevyn Adams has his sights set on an experienced coach to lead the Sabres
'The issues that plagued the Sabres all season reared their ugly head during their must-win games in the final weeks, though. They had too many bad first periods, not enough power-play goals and never looked like the offensive juggernaut that ranked third in the NHL in goals scored while compiling 91 standings points in 2022-23.' … [Read more...] about GM Kevyn Adams has his sights set on an experienced coach to lead the Sabres
Mike Harrington: The drought was too long for Don Granato to survive. Pegula, Adams had no choice
'This firing seems a little different though. There is utter desperation within this organization to break this 13-year playoff drought that is unmatched in NHL annals and a civic embarrassment of the highest order.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The drought was too long for Don Granato to survive. Pegula, Adams had no choice
Buffalo Sabres coach Don Granato fired after NHL playoff drought reaches 13 seasons
'Granato took over the Sabres in 2021 after serving as the interim coach. He was tasked to rebuild a struggling organization as the team’s sixth coach since 2013. He still had two years left on his contract.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres coach Don Granato fired after NHL playoff drought reaches 13 seasons