'“It’s franchise that’s been on the rise, a lot of potential, new coach, a GM,” Gilmour said of why he chose the Sabres. “It just seems like they’re heading in the right direction.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres newcomer John Gilmour took different path to NHL
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Sabres send prospect Matej Pekar back to junior team
'Pekar, 19, recently stood out during the Prospects Challenge rookie tournament, showcasing his mix of skill and grit. He impressed Sabres coach Ralph Krueger so much early in training camp he earned his first small taste of big league action.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send prospect Matej Pekar back to junior team
Sabres veteran Kyle Okposo refreshed following rough season
'Instead of returning to Minnesota following the season, Okposo and his family stayed in Clarence and enjoyed their first full summer in the Buffalo area. He likes new coach Ralph Krueger, someone he said “has a very clear, concise plan.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres veteran Kyle Okposo refreshed following rough season
Sabres prospect Matej Pekar thrilled to earn spot in NHL exhibition game
'“Just the energy he’s shown in the development and rookie camp,” Sabres coach Ralph Krueger said of what earned Pekar an opportunity. “I mean, it was fun for me to see him in action."' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Matej Pekar thrilled to earn spot in NHL exhibition game
AHL star C.J. Smith intent on sticking with Sabres this season
'“The more experience I get, the more I learn from it,” Smith said Friday. “I’m really good at learning the game and learning to play at high levels. … I’ve always had to think the game, just being a smaller guy.”' … [Read more...] about AHL star C.J. Smith intent on sticking with Sabres this season
Sabres prospect Arttu Ruotsalainen battling to stick in NHL
'“I had a great feeling about the Sabres,” said Ruotsalainen, who compiled 21 goals and 42 points in 59 games last season. “That’s maybe the biggest reason, because they showed that they are truly interested.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Arttu Ruotsalainen battling to stick in NHL
Coach Ralph Krueger wants Sabres to establish early identity
'That, of course, is no easy task for a new coach, let alone one that inherited a laughingstock.' … [Read more...] about Coach Ralph Krueger wants Sabres to establish early identity
Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark upbeat following tough season
'He added: “It was a fun year, I would say, in the end. But looking back on it, it could’ve been better. It also could’ve been much worse.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark upbeat following tough season
Rasmus Ristolainen upbeat for new season, ‘ready to go’ with Sabres
'“I’ve been here six years and I’ve seen this business,” Ristolainen said after veterans reported to training camp. “You never know where you will be next week or next month. When I’m back home, it’s easy to go away from hockey and not worry about things you can’t control."' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Ristolainen upbeat for new season, ‘ready to go’ with Sabres
Coach Ralph Krueger makes strong early impression on Sabres
'“It was just my impression from speaking to (Krueger),” Johansson said this morning after training camp opened inside KeyBank Center. “So it was a good phone call. We spoke not just about hockey. So I liked what I heard a lot. It made me want to come here.”' … [Read more...] about Coach Ralph Krueger makes strong early impression on Sabres
Sabres’ Rasmus Ristolainen back in Buffalo, but for how long?
'Just his presence in town – he attended the team’s annual golf tournament Tuesday – is a little surprising. At times over the spring and summer, it felt like he would be dished.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Ristolainen back in Buffalo, but for how long?
Sabres’ Ralph Krueger expects to begin training camp with Rasmus Ristolainen
'“I have nothing but excitement for working with him,” Krueger said. “I know there’s a lot of potential there that’s still untapped. It’s up to me and the coaches to find out what that is.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ralph Krueger expects to begin training camp with Rasmus Ristolainen
Forward depth might keep Sabres from re-signing Jason Pominville
'“We’re excited about where we are from a depth standpoint and the competitions we’re going to have,” Botterill said this afternoon inside HarborCenter following the end of the Prospects Challenge. “We want to make sure we give our young players enough of an opportunity.”' … [Read more...] about Forward depth might keep Sabres from re-signing Jason Pominville
Sabres goalie prospect Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s recovery ‘right on track’
'“We are not in a hurry to get him into training camp or anywhere,” Sexton said inside Harborcenter. “We’re going to follow the process, we’re going to stick with the timeline that the surgeon gave us, and despite the fact he’s chomping at the bit to get going, we met with him the other day and reassured him the good news is you’re right on track."' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie prospect Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s recovery ‘right on track’
Invite Kyle Olson impressing Sabres at Prospects Challenge
'Olson, 20, has looked impressive throughout the Sabres’ two wins, showcasing his speed, tenacity and versatility.' … [Read more...] about Invite Kyle Olson impressing Sabres at Prospects Challenge