'“I can play, I still want to play,” Kennedy said. “I had a lot of offers from overseas, but it’s not really what I want to do right now, just because of family. It’s getting tough over here, because everyone’s getting younger.”' … [Read more...] about South Buffalo’s Tim Kennedy hopeful to land with new team soon
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Sabres’ Jake McCabe happy to give number back to Jason Pominville
'“(Pominville’s) been in the league a long time, he was obviously here for a long time, was captain of this team,” McCabe said. “I know a lot more fans have 29 Pominville jerseys than 29 McCabe jerseys. Nineteen was my number for a long time, so it made sense.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jake McCabe happy to give number back to Jason Pominville
Sabres to open training camp Sept. 14
'Like last year, the Sabres will begin camp in HarborCenter. Sessions are open to the public. A full camp roster and schedule will be announced later. The Sabres begin their preseason schedule Sept. 18 at KeyBank Center against the Carolina Hurricanes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to open training camp Sept. 14
Martin Biron joins Sabres broadcast team as analyst
'“I grew up in the Sabres organization and Buffalo has always had a big place in my heart,” Biron said in a statement. “Western New York has been my home since I was 20 years old, and my family and I are thrilled to begin this opportunity with the Sabres. I look forward to continuing to connect with the fans who supported me throughout my playing career.”' … [Read more...] about Martin Biron joins Sabres broadcast team as analyst
Sabres goalie Robin Lehner not out to prove himself
'“New management and stuff comes in … they want to reevaluate,” Lehner said Thursday following a late-summer workout. “I have full respect for that.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Robin Lehner not out to prove himself
Sabres rookie Victor Antipin excited to showcase skills in NHL
'“The NHL is the best league in the world, and I want to try to play here,” Antipin said. “It’s interesting for me to play here.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Victor Antipin excited to showcase skills in NHL
Sabres re-sign Zemgus Girgensons to two-year contract
'The arrival of centers Jack Eichel and Ryan O’Reilly and other talented forwards pushed Girgensons down the lineup and out of the No. 1 center spot. The 12th overall pick in 2012 has spent much of the last two years shuttling between center and the wing on the third or fourth line. He has 14 goals over that span.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Zemgus Girgensons to two-year contract
Report: Will Butcher to visit Sabres
'Butcher, according to the Post, might hold a grudge against the Avalanche because the team told his agent in 2015 it had no interest in signing him. Patrick Roy, Colorado’s former coach and vice president, reportedly didn’t want undersized defensemen. Butcher is listed at 5-foot-10 and 186 pounds. Roy resigned a year ago, and the Avalanche scouted Butcher throughout last … [Read more...] about Report: Will Butcher to visit Sabres
Sabres re-sign Nathan Beaulieu to two-year contract
'Beaulieu has played 225 NHL games over four seasons, compiling seven goals, 60 points and 152 penalty minutes. He recorded four goals and 28 points in 74 contests last season, all career highs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Nathan Beaulieu to two-year contract
Sabres to appear on national TV seven times in 2017-18
'Tuesday, Oct. 24 vs. Detroit, 7:30 p.m. (NBCSN)' … [Read more...] about Sabres to appear on national TV seven times in 2017-18
Sabres re-sign Evan Rodrigues to two-year contract
'Rodrigues, who turns 28 on Friday, enjoyed a breakout campaign as a center last season, playing regularly with the Sabres for the final two months. In 30 NHL games, the Boston University product compiled four goals and six points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Evan Rodrigues to two-year contract
Sabres sign goalie Robin Lehner to one-year contract
'Not surprisingly, with a new regime and Lehner light on experience as a No. 1 goalie, the Sabres went with a short-term deal. Lehner will be an RFA again next year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goalie Robin Lehner to one-year contract
Sabres’ Kyle Okposo says concussion led to absence
'He decided to sit out a game the next night, thinking rest would help. When it didn’t, he went to the hospital.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo says concussion led to absence
Sabres’ Kyle Okposo returns to ice
'Sabres general manager Jason Botterill said last month “everything’s looking great for Kyle” and the veteran will be ready for training camp.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo returns to ice
Sabres prospect Brett Murray happy at Penn State
'“I don’t think anybody knows yet, because he’s still growing into his young body,” Gadowsky said. “He’s … a big kid. He’s still got a long way (to go). Our strength coach is salivating over him because he sees how much potential he has to gain in his body. He’s already a very strong guy.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Brett Murray happy at Penn State