'That season, of course, the Sabres morphed into a powerhouse after the NHL lockout ended, roaring to the Eastern Conference final. Co-captains Daniel Briere and Chris Drury led what was arguably the league’s deepest and most exciting lineup.' … [Read more...] about Five ‘Sabres Classics’ from 2005-06 season to air on MSG next week
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Sabres sign Mattias Samuelsson to entry-level contract
'A high ankle sprain cost Samuelsson the first four games of his sophomore year. Still, he found a groove after he returned, and he compiled two goals, 14 points and a plus-17 rating in 30 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Mattias Samuelsson to entry-level contract
Sabres coach Ralph Krueger ready if NHL season resumes
'“I do wonder should there be regular season games, what the combination would be and how many,” Krueger said. “We all know there are a lot of different possibilities out there, but yeah, for sure, I think we’re all going through a withdrawal. But the health of the world and the health of the people we all care about that are dear to us has certainly taken a priority in a … [Read more...] about Sabres coach Ralph Krueger ready if NHL season resumes
Sabres sign Western Michigan product Dawson DiPietro to entry-level contract
'DiPietro compiled 34 goals, 88 points and 120 penalty minutes in 105 career NCAA games. The Ohio native enjoyed his best season as a sophomore in 2017-18, compiling a career-high 13 goals and a team-best 35 points in 36 contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Western Michigan product Dawson DiPietro to entry-level contract
Sabres at 50: Dave Hannan fondly remembers overtime goal versus Devils
'Of course, Hannan, who lives in Pittsburgh, still hears about the goal. Hannan’s job as director of sales for Smith+Nephew, a medical technology company, regularly brings him to Buffalo and Rochester. “It does come up,” he said. “It was a big game, it was a big goal. We had a really good team. So when someone brings it up to me, it just brings back great memories."' … [Read more...] about Sabres at 50: Dave Hannan fondly remembers overtime goal versus Devils
Five ‘Sabres Classics’ to air next week on MSG
'So get ready to relive goalie Dominik Hasek’s legendary 70-save performance, the final game at historic Memorial Auditorium and other “Sabres Classics.”' … [Read more...] about Five ‘Sabres Classics’ to air next week on MSG
Sabres sign Penn State product Brandon Biro to entry-level contract
'The undrafted Biro, who’s from suburban Edmonton, attended the Sabres’ summer development camp in 2018.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Penn State product Brandon Biro to entry-level contract
NHL tells players they can return home
'At the end of a self-quarantine period on March 27 and depending on “world developments,” the league will consider opening team facilities to players “in scheduled and coordinated small groups for voluntary training and care."' … [Read more...] about NHL tells players they can return home
PSE will pay arena workers if COVID-19 pandemic forces game cancellations
'PSE owner and CEO Kim Pegula made the announcement Saturday, three days after the NHL suspended its season indefinitely as more coronavirus cases were confirmed throughout the country.' … [Read more...] about PSE will pay arena workers if COVID-19 pandemic forces game cancellations
Coronavirus fears put NHL season, Sabres on hold indefinitely
'The final 13 games of the Sabres’ disappointing 50th anniversary season possess the potential to be entertaining. Maybe Eichel will hit the 40-goal or 90-point mark and complete one of the most prolific campaigns in franchise history. Perhaps Kahun can keep seizing his fresh opportunity. Still, they may never have the chance. The Sabres’ season could already be over.' … [Read more...] about Coronavirus fears put NHL season, Sabres on hold indefinitely
Sabres’ Marcus Johansson meshing well with new linemates
'In two games together, the new No. 2 line has thrived, scoring in both outings entering Thursday’s road contest against the Montreal Canadiens. The Sabres have only scored three times in those games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Marcus Johansson meshing well with new linemates
First game in Montreal as Sabres coach will be special for Ralph Krueger
'“So every time you play the Montreal Canadiens, and especially in their home building, it has to be a special experience for a kid that grew up on small rinks in Manitoba,” Krueger said Wednesday inside KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about First game in Montreal as Sabres coach will be special for Ralph Krueger
Sabres’ Sam Reinhart emerging from career-worst slump
'“There’s definitely a time throughout this last two weeks or so that the chances haven’t been there,” Reinhart said following an off-ice workout inside KeyBank Center. “So I definitely try to adjust and try to learn what the difference was in my game. I think those chances have been back. I think a little bit more urgency on the puck has to led to creating more offensively.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Sam Reinhart emerging from career-worst slump
Rasmus Dahlin borrowed from former Sabre to score first NHL shootout goal
'Dahlin, 19, said he borrowed his shootout move – he wound up for a big slapper in the slot before slowing down and shooting – from a former junior teammate and ex-Sabre Linus Omark.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin borrowed from former Sabre to score first NHL shootout goal
Sabres win in shootout after late goal disallowed: ‘Soft, questionable call’
'After newcomer Dominik Kahun scored in the seventh round of the shootout, goalie Linus Ullmark stopped Washington forward Richard Panik, securing the Sabres’ first win since Feb. 23.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win in shootout after late goal disallowed: ‘Soft, questionable call’