Batavia Daily News

'“We are thrilled to participate in the Kraft Hockeyville preseason game as part of West Lorne, Ontario winning Kraft Hockeyville 2023,” Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said. “This is a fantastic opportunity for our organization to compete in a unique environment that is dedicated to strengthening communities and fostering inclusivity in our sport through the community’s … [Read more...] about Sabres to take part in Kraft Hockeyville celebration, play preseason game against Maple Leafs in Ontario

'Girgensons’ new deal with Buffalo will prevent him from becoming an unrestricted free agent, which he was scheduled to leading into his 10th professional season — all of which have been with the Sabres. Girgensons has played in 625 career games, scoring 81 goals and contributing 93 assists. Last season, he tallied 18 points on 10 goals and eight assists in 80 games opposite … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Girgensons to one-year deal

'“To be honest with you, I realized pretty quickly after the season,” recalled Okposo regarding his decision to pursue an extended future with the Sabres. “I took the couple weeks and just allowed to let myself decompress and emotionally reset, and I talked to the people that are around me in the inner circle, and I knew that my teammates would like me back, and that was … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to one-year deal with captain Okposo

'Neuchev, 19, scored four goals and added eight assists for Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg of the KHL, appearing in 57 games in one of the top professional leagues in the world. The Sabres forward, who is a native of Chelyabinsk, Russia, becomes the fourth Sabres ‘22 draft pick to sign an entry-level deal with the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign F Neuchev to three-year, entry-level contract

'The Sabres lead the NHL with 126 goals, while their elite-level forward is one of three players to have recorded 50-plus points already this season. Thompson has netted 26 goals, which was second in the league behind Edmonton’s Connor McDavid entering the holiday break, while Buffalo’s budding superstar has added 24 assists through 26 games. Thompson’s 26 games played were the … [Read more...] about Red-hot Sabres host Red Wings after extended holiday break caused by storm

'Thompson’s high-powered night held historical value, as he became just the second skater in Sabres history to record five goals in a single game. Dave Andreychuk is the only other Buffalo player to do it, scoring five during an 8-6 win over the Boston Bruins on Feb. 6, 1986. Thompson spearheaded the Sabres’ fierce attack right out of the gate, firing a flurry of shots at the … [Read more...] about Rise of Tage: Thompson nets five en route to Sabres nine-goal effort in win over reeling Blue Jackets

'“It was a great pass by Skinny. I knew as soon as he got it he was looking for me coming down the slot there,” recalled Thompson of the goal that earned him the hat trick. “Those are one of the goals where you just don’t know what you’re doing. You just black out.”' … [Read more...] about Thompson’s historic night further showcases Sabres’ early success

'“When you look at something like this, and you talk about stability. Well, in our profession, there is no stability,” said Granato. “And you’re used to that. You’re accustomed to that. So this is nice. But our stability is success day to day.“' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce extensions for Granato, Samuelsson hours before season opener vs. Senators

'Granato’s promotion has brought with it a newfound sense of optimism that has spread like wildfire throughout the Sabres’ franchise. And now, following the team’s unblemished start, the fan base is starting to hop on the bandwagon.' … [Read more...] about Familiar faces getting it done for Sabres during 3-0 start

'The 8,647 fans in attendance on Tuesday night enjoyed an exciting show put on by the youthful Sabres. Those who decided not to make the trip were left wishing they did.' … [Read more...] about Sabres dominate Canadiens, seize opening night win with ease

'There were few positives to take away from Thursday’s Sabres loss. But the performance of Asplund was among them as the former second-round pick chipped in an assist on Ruotsalainen’s goal to go with his lamp-lighter late in the first period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres give way to Red Wings in lopsided preseason defeat; UPL up and down in debut

'Buffalo trailed 4-1 to end the second period but used a three-goal third to storm back and send the game to overtime. During the third-period flurry, the Sabres scored two 6-on-5 goals, using the manufactured man-advantage to overcome the steep deficit late in the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres storm back to beat Columbus in shootout; Quinn nets game-winner

'“I spoke to Jack two days ago, and I spoke to the team to address this — Jack Eichel is no longer the captain of the Buffalo Sabres,” said Adams. “From our perspective and my perspective, I feel the captain is the heartbeat of your team. And we’re in a situation, where we were in the past and where we are now, that we felt that we needed to address that and make that … [Read more...] about Sabres Eichel stripped of ‘C’; Former first round pick fails pre-camp physical, needs surgery

'Photos of vaccine cards will not be accepted, with acceptable forms of proof including physical vaccination card, New York State Excelsior pass, CLEAR Digital Vaccine Card and government digital vaccine proof from outside New York State.' … [Read more...] about Bills, Sabres update vaccine policy, requiring dose of COVID-19 vaccine for all fans 12 and older prior to Sept. 26 home game

'The market for Eichel, who is suffering from a neck injury, has slowed to a crawl. With reports of minimal proposed returns and the possibility that the Sabres will wait until next season to move the All-Star center, fans are hoping for the best but expecting the worst despite Adams’ attempt to quell any discontent within the fan base.' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams talks Eichel, Buffalo’s approach in free agency