' The 6-foot-5, 217-pound native of Espoo, Finland played 35 games for the Rochester Americans last season, going 15-14-6 with a .900 save percentage and a 3.28 goals-against average. He was named the AHL Player of the Week during a stretch in November in which he recorded his first AHL shutout.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Luukkonen to 2-year contract
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Sabres to debut new black and red 3rd jersey this season
'The team will wear the third jersey, which is modeled after the primary uniforms the Sabres wore from 1996 until 2006, for 12 home games during the 2022-23 campaign.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to debut new black and red 3rd jersey this season
Sabres, Thompson agree to 7-year contract extension
'"Tage Thompson embodies the pride we expect from every player who wears the Buffalo Sabres sweater," Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said. "His success last season is a testament to his unrelenting dedication to his craft and commitment to bettering the team both on and off the ice, which we believe will help us reach even greater heights moving forward. We are thrilled to … [Read more...] about Sabres, Thompson agree to 7-year contract extension
Sabres sign Kozak to 3-year, entry-level deal
'Buffalo selected Kozak during the seventh round of the 2021 NHL Draft, after which he enjoyed a productive season with the Western Hockey League's Portland Winterhawks. Kozak ranked fourth on the team with 69 points in 66 games and third with 32 goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Kozak to 3-year, entry-level deal
Ryan Miller Night set for January 19, 2023
'Miller, who spent parts of 11 season with Buffalo from 2002 until 2014, is the franchise's leader in games played by a goaltender (540), wins (284), and saves (14,847). His 28 shutouts as a Sabre are second only to Hall-of-Fame netminder Dominik Hasek and his .916 save percentage ranks third. He finished his career with more wins (391) than any other American-born goaltender … [Read more...] about Ryan Miller Night set for January 19, 2023
Sabres sign Sheahan to 1-year, 2-way contract
'This will be Sheahan's second stint with the Sabres. In 2020-21, he posted 13 points (4+9) over 53 games played.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Sheahan to 1-year, 2-way contract
3 Sabres prospects to participate in World Junior Championship this week
'The tournament will open on Tuesday, August 9 when Czechia plays Slovakia at 2 p.m. ET. Every World Junior Championship game telecast is set to air live on NHL Network in the U.S.' … [Read more...] about 3 Sabres prospects to participate in World Junior Championship this week
Sabres announce schedule for 2022 Prospects Challenge
'For the first time in the history of the Prospects Challenge, the Sabres will be joined by five other teams to compete in a round-robin challenge featuring prospects from each team. The participating teams this season are the Boston Bruins, Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, Ottawa Senators and Pittsburgh Penguins.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce schedule for 2022 Prospects Challenge
Sabres sign Murray to one-year contract
'Murray split time between Buffalo and the Rochester Americans (AHL) last season. In 19 games with the Sabres, he recorded his first career points, putting up two goals and four assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Murray to one-year contract
Following years of movement, Comrie thankful for opportunity in Buffalo
'The Sabres identified Comrie as their top target at the position in free agency. Their pro scouts, analytics department, and goalie coaches were aligned in their evaluation of the goaltender, who they deemed ready to take the next step after years of backing up a Vezina Trophy winner in Connor Hellebuyck.' … [Read more...] about Following years of movement, Comrie thankful for opportunity in Buffalo
Takeaways from the 2022 French Connection Tournament
'The French Connection Tournament featured four teams of nine players. They played a round-robin stage consisting of six 10-minute games, followed by a single-elimination playoff.' … [Read more...] about Takeaways from the 2022 French Connection Tournament
'I view him as a unicorn' | Peterka developed all-around game with Amerks
'"I still view him as a unicorn," Peca said. "I can't find anybody I played with or against, even in today's game, that resembles the type of player he can become."' … [Read more...] about ‘I view him as a unicorn’ | Peterka developed all-around game with Amerks
Sabres sign 2022 1st-round picks to entry-level deals
'The Buffalo Sabres have signed forwards Matt Savoie, Noah Ostlund, and Jiri Kulich to three-year, entry-level contracts, the team announced Friday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2022 1st-round picks to entry-level deals
Pilut returns to Sabres on 1-year contract
'The Swedish defenseman has spent the past two seasons with the KHL's Traktor Chelyabinsk, scoring 39 points (7+32) in 97 contests.' … [Read more...] about Pilut returns to Sabres on 1-year contract
'I'm going in an underdog' | Levi looks to build on strong NCAA season
'"I was a bit younger, and I came off a good season my second year," Levi said. "So, it's how are you gonna do it again? I struggled a little bit at first trying to manage it. It's like, you put so much pressure on yourself to do it again."' … [Read more...] about ‘I’m going in an underdog’ | Levi looks to build on strong NCAA season