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'I really believe Sabres fans are going to love this guy. I covered him at many world championships when he was Swiss coach. Modern thinker. Inspires his players. His unique career gives him a different skill set.' … [Read more...] about National (and international) media react to Krueger becoming Sabres coach

'He also finished second and third among all OHL netminders with a .920 save percentage and a 2.50 goals-against average, respectively, while his 38 wins set a franchise record for the Wolves, who advanced to the postseason for the second time in three years following a second-place finish in the OHL's Central Division.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen named OHL’s Most Outstanding Player of the Year

'In his second full Liiga season in 2018-19, Ruotsalainen (5'8", 179 lbs., 10/29/1997) led Ilves and ranked ninth in the league with 21 goals and added 21 assists to total a team-high 42 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to entry-level deal with Ruotsalainen

'"He was almost one of the best centers in the whole league," Kivi said. "We didn't know in August how he was going to play. We put him on the first line and he was excellent there. He played a lot. He was first power play, first penalty kill, first line, everything."' … [Read more...] about Get to know Arttu Ruotsalainen

'Brandon Montour and Sam Reinhart will join Sabres general manager Jason Botterill in representing Canada at the 2019 IIHF World Championship in Slovakia next month.' … [Read more...] about Montour, Reinhart to represent Canada at Worlds

'"He's handled it well. I think over time, as a veteran, the more and more games he plays, he'll get more comfortable and know situations, know how to take care of himself more, how to be more professional. It comes with just playing games, and he's done an amazing job of it."to the season - it adds up," said Bogosian, who came into the NHL as an 18-year-old rookie in 2008. ' … [Read more...] about Dahlin selected as finalist for Calder Trophy

'Bogosian previously had hip surgery in February 2018 and returned to play 65 games this past season, his highest total since 2011-12. He missed the last seven contests, however, and said that surgery was on the table during his interview on locker cleanout day.' … [Read more...] about Bogosian undergoes successful hip surgery

'Eichel was one of 17 players included on Team USA's preliminary roster. South Buffalo native Patrick Kane will captain the team, while former Sabres captain Chris Drury is serving as general manager.' … [Read more...] about Eichel to play for Team USA at World Championship

'The trophy is awarded annually to the player who "best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community." Rob Ray won the award in 1999 for his work with Roswell Park and Children's Hospital, among other organizations.' … [Read more...] about Eichel selected as Sabres’ nominee for King Clancy Trophy

'Bryson (5'9", 178 lbs., 11/18/1997) recently completed his junior season at Providence College, earning Hockey East Second Team All-Star honors after recording 28 points (4+24) in 42 games and serving as a team captain for the Friars. Bryson set new career highs in both assists and points in 2018-19 and recorded an assist in all three NCAA Tournament games to help lead his … [Read more...] about Sabres, Bryson agree to entry-level deal

'"Any game he goes into, he has the potential to be the best player on the ice," Leaman said. "I think Jacob is a wonderful player. He's got it both offensively and defensively. He doesn't force the game. He doesn't try to do something that's not there. But, when we get to this stage, I want him to assert himself on the game."' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Bryson has eyes set on national championship

'The Sabres began the night with an 8.5-percent chance to win the No. 1 pick, the fifth-best odds of the 15 eligible teams. The Devils had the third-best odds (11.5 percent). New York jumped into the top three from the sixth position (7.5 percent) while Chicago jumped all the way from 12th (2.5 percent).' … [Read more...] about Sabres to select 7th overall at 2019 NHL Draft

'"That's not an easy day," he said. "That's not an easy thing because it causes you to look in the mirror. You have to. Botts did what he felt was best for the organization, but all of us as players have to look at your game and what you bring to the table and say, 'Could I have done more?' I think that everybody would say, 'Yes.'"' … [Read more...] about Players take accountability for second-half slump at locker cleanout day

'"For me, I want to win. It's obviously not a good feeling where we are right now. We didn't accomplish our goal," he said. "You go through the season and if you don't accomplish your goal, you're disappointed. It's not a good feeling, and then you go into the summer, you reflect and you figure out what you can do better to help the team next year and make sure that doesn't … [Read more...] about Pending unrestricted free agent Skinner to take time on decision

'"I feel good," he said. "I feel comfortable, my body feels good, I feel like I can play. I definitely need time and I guess we'll go from there."' … [Read more...] about Pominville says he’ll take time before deciding on future