'Last season, Staal was third among Wild skaters in goals (19) and points (47), tying for the team lead with 14 even-strength goals and earning his sixth career NHL All-Star Game selection. He signed a two-year contract extension with Minnesota in February 2019.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Eric Staal from Wild
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Adams adds "productive, intelligent" centerman in Staal
'"There [are] very few players in the league that, just from what they've done on and off the ice, command the respect and have the presence that an Eric Staal does," Adams said. "He fits in that small group of people. So, I think it's a great thing for our locker room, it's great for our organization.' … [Read more...] about Adams adds “productive, intelligent” centerman in Staal
Get to know Sabres forward Eric Staal
'Staal adds a veteran presence to Buffalo's depth at center, where he joins a group headlined by Jack Eichel that could also include a pair of recent first-round picks in Casey Mittelstadt and/or Dylan Cozens.' … [Read more...] about Get to know Sabres forward Eric Staal
Ellis named Sabres director of player development
'Ellis, who played 356 games in the NHL over nine seasons, including 286 for the Sabres from 2009 until 2015, has spent the past four years working for the Academy of Hockey at LECOM Harborcenter. He started as a development coach and was named director in September 2019.' … [Read more...] about Ellis named Sabres director of player development
Sabres mourn loss of Hall of Famer Dale Hawerchuk
'With the Sabres, the 5-foot-11, 196-pound center averaged over a point per game, posting 385 points (110+275) in 342 games. Buffalo qualified for the playoffs in each of Hawerchuk's five seasons with the club. He was inducted into the team's Hall of Fame in November 2011.' … [Read more...] about Sabres mourn loss of Hall of Famer Dale Hawerchuk
Return to Royal: Sabres reveal new home and away uniforms
'The jerseys mark a return to the original royal blue, gold, and white color scheme worn by the franchise for 26 years beginning with its inception in 1970.' … [Read more...] about Return to Royal: Sabres reveal new home and away uniforms
Sabres announce Jersey Reveal Week in partnership with Roswell Park
'The week will turn the page on the organization's 50th season celebration and look ahead to the future with the return of the original royal blue, gold, and white color scheme worn by the Sabres for more than two decades beginning with their inception in 1970.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce Jersey Reveal Week in partnership with Roswell Park
Sabres sign Murray to 2-year, entry-level contract
'"Brett acclimated very well to the AHL and showed continued improvement throughout the season," Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said. "He has a unique blend of size and scoring ability and we're excited to see his development continue."' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Murray to 2-year, entry-level contract
A thank-you note from Sam Reinhart
'A lot of times, the relationships stick too. We have kids come watch games and visit the locker room and get to know them as years pass. Those experiences are one of my favorite aspects of being a member of the Sabres and something I will always be thankful for.' … [Read more...] about A thank-you note from Sam Reinhart
Eichel selected as nominee for King Clancy Trophy
'Eichel, 23, has been increasingly involved in the community during his five-year tenure with the Sabres. He donates a suite inside KeyBank Center to charitable organizations for each home game during the regular season, each of which are followed by postgame meet and greets.' … [Read more...] about Eichel selected as nominee for King Clancy Trophy
A thank-you note from Curtis Lazar
'The thing I have learned about Sabres fans is that they recognize those small details. I feel like all they want is hard work and effort. And that is the foundation of my game. I might not always be successful, but I'm always going to give it my all and it's going to be very hard to beat me. I'm going to be very physical and strong.' … [Read more...] about A thank-you note from Curtis Lazar
Jack Eichel, Josh Allen to be featured in 'Captains Circle' series
'As announced on Monday, July 13, the Bills and Sabres have teamed up to bring Buffalo sports enthusiasts everywhere the content that they crave. Through "Captains Circle" - a new digital show - fans will watch as current and former Bills and Sabres captains open up about their leadership experiences as professional athletes. Presented by Labatt Blue Light, the first … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel, Josh Allen to be featured in ‘Captains Circle’ series
A thank-you note from Carter Hutton
'My wife and I have become good friends with the people in our neighborhood during the past two years, and they're just so supportive. Yes, they're huge Sabres fans, and you can see that passion all the time. It gives me a lot of pride when I go to the rink.' … [Read more...] about A thank-you note from Carter Hutton
Kim Pegula names Sinnarajah, McFarlane to leadership team
'McFarlane will oversee the Buffalo Sabres day-to-day business operations, along with the financial operations of PSE entities.' … [Read more...] about Kim Pegula names Sinnarajah, McFarlane to leadership team
A thank-you note from Linus Ullmark
'Sabres fans are authentic. I might talk to an older fan, and the conversation always comes back to the fact that they have loved this team since the '80s or since the franchise started. No matter what happened in a game the night before, the conversation always ends on a positive note.' … [Read more...] about A thank-you note from Linus Ullmark