'Nicolas Aube-Kubel practiced with the Sabres at KeyBank Center on Friday and is nearing a return to the lineup, though a decision remains on whether he plays Saturday afternoon against Detroit.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | News and notes from Friday’s skate at KeyBank Center
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Ryan McLeod showing with Sabres that he can be more than a shutdown center
'“Watching him when he was in Edmonton, going to the Cup final, it’s obviously a different kind of hockey and I think when you gain that experience, you develop certain habits that translate,” said Sabres center Tage Thompson. “For him, how intense he is all the time – faceoffs, in the (defensive) zone. Obviously, the first thing that sticks out is his speed. He has a lot of … [Read more...] about Ryan McLeod showing with Sabres that he can be more than a shutdown center
Sabres prospect Tyson Kozak off to hot start with Rochester Amerks; Noah Ostlund scores first goal
'Kozak’s hustle illustrates why the Sabres value him so highly. Despite being a seventh-round pick in 2020, 193rd overall, his aggressive two-way game has helped him quietly emerge as one of their best forward prospects.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Tyson Kozak off to hot start with Rochester Amerks; Noah Ostlund scores first goal
Prospects Report | Geary, Strbak to play Canisius at LECOM Harborcenter
'Sabres fans will have the chance to see Strbak and Geary up close when Michigan State comes to Buffalo for a pair of games against Canisius at LECOM Harborcenter this Friday and Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Prospects Report | Geary, Strbak to play Canisius at LECOM Harborcenter
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Dunne cherishing ‘pretty special moment’ in return to Cleveland (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Mike Harrington: Sabres need to look like they have the last 2 games, and now have to string wins
'You just don’t want to already be 10 points out of a division lead like Nashville, which finally won its first game Tuesday night. You don’t want to be eight back like Colorado and Philadelphia. The Sabres aren’t. They had a ridiculously goofy opening to the season with their European trip and are just now figuring things out, going 3-1-1 since their 0-3 start.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres need to look like they have the last 2 games, and now have to string wins
Despite limited minutes, Sabres’ Beck Malenstyn hitting, making impact
'Despite averaging just 8 minutes, 28 seconds per outing, he has recorded a team-high 23 hits, the 15th-highest total in the NHL entering Wednesday’s games. He scored his first goal this season in Saturday’s 4-2 road win over the Chicago Blackhawks, deflecting in defenseman Connor Clifton’s shot at the net.' … [Read more...] about Despite limited minutes, Sabres’ Beck Malenstyn hitting, making impact
Practice report | News and notes from Wednesday's skate at KeyBank Center
'Nicolas Aube-Kubel was a full participant once again after previously joining the team on the ice Tuesday morning, his first session with teammates since he sustained a lower-body injury on opening night. He rotated in on a line with Beck Malenstyn, Petyon Krebs, and Sam Lafferty.' … [Read more...] about Practice report | News and notes from Wednesday’s skate at KeyBank Center
Rasmus Dahlin launches foundation to support children in need in Western New York
'Dahlin’s older brother, Felix, and younger sister, Ella, both grew up with rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease that affects the joints. The condition required frequent hospitalizations for both siblings.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin launches foundation to support children in need in Western New York
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks cruise to blowout win over Monsters (Amerks.com) Cleveland Falls 6-1 In Rochester (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres takeaways: Tage Thompson 'takes charge,' scores clutch goal in win
'Tage Thompson was the voice of reason as the Sabres clung to a two-goal lead against one of the best teams in the NHL, then he put those words into action on the ice by scoring a highlight-reel goal that gave Buffalo the insurance it needed in a 4-2 win over the Dallas Stars.' … [Read more...] about Sabres takeaways: Tage Thompson ‘takes charge,’ scores clutch goal in win
Sabres notes: Zach Benson given time off for injury to heal; Nicolas Aube-Kubel close
'Benson has no points with a minus-4 rating and only eight shots on goal in six games to start his second season in the NHL. His ice time has been fewer than 15 minutes in each of the past four games. Benson skated with the Sabres’ second power-play unit during practice Monday in LECOM Harborcenter, but Peyton Krebs took over that spot at Tuesday’s morning skate.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Zach Benson given time off for injury to heal; Nicolas Aube-Kubel close
Tage Thompson backs up words, scores late to help Sabres beat Stars
'“He was the one guy on the bench that got vocal and just said, ‘We’ve got to start making some plays,’” Ruff said following the Sabres’ 4-2 win, their second consecutive triumph.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson backs up words, scores late to help Sabres beat Stars
Sabres’ Nicolas Aube-Kubel close to playing; Zach Benson out injured
'On Tuesday morning, 18 days after going down, Aube-Kubel rejoined his teammates on the KeyBank Center ice prior to their 4-2 win over the Dallas Stars. “I’m actually shocked,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. “I’m really impressed that he’s back.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Nicolas Aube-Kubel close to playing; Zach Benson out injured
Wednesday's Dallas Coverage
Heika’s Take: Stars fail to rally late, lose second straight road game in Buffalo (DallasStars.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Dallas Coverage