'Davies joined the Sabres organization last offseason as an unrestricted free agent, and spent the majority of his 2022-23 season in the American Hockey League with the Amerks. In 66 games with Rochester, the 26-year-old netted 11 goals and 12 assists for 23 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign defenseman Jeremy Davies to one-year deal
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Sabres re-sign defenseman Joe Cecconi to one-year deal
'Cecconi was a fifth-round selection of the Stars back in the 2015 NHL Draft. He has yet to make an appearance at the NHL level, but has played in 217 career AHL games, registering 41 points (7+34).' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign defenseman Joe Cecconi to one-year deal
Adams feels 'really good' about prospects available with 13th pick in 2023 NHL Draft
'"We're trying to find the best prospect, and asset for our organization for the future," said Forton on Wednesday. "Having said that Kevyn does a great job talking to us all the time about what the NHL looks like right now, who are the players having success on our big club."' … [Read more...] about Adams feels ‘really good’ about prospects available with 13th pick in 2023 NHL Draft
Sabres open 2023 preseason in Washington
'Buffalo will open the preseason on Sunday, Sept. 24 when they travel to Washington to face the Capitals. The Sabres will also host the Boston Bruins on Tuesday, Sept. 26.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open 2023 preseason in Washington
Sabres to play in Kraft Hockeyville preseason game against Maple Leafs
'It was the first of seven preseason games announced for the Sabres on Wednesday, and will be the third game on their preseason schedule. It is still unclear when the National Hockey League will announce its schedule for the 2023-24 regular season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to play in Kraft Hockeyville preseason game against Maple Leafs
Sabres re-sign forward Zemgus Girgensons to one-year deal
'This past season saw Girgensons remain healthy for the longest stretch of games in his career. He managed to play 80 of 82 possible games, scoring 10 goals and eight assists for 18 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign forward Zemgus Girgensons to one-year deal
Sabres re-sign forward Lukas Rousek to two-year deal
'After recovering from offseason knee surgery last season, the Czech winger played 19 regular season games with the Rochester Americans, scoring a goal and adding three assists for four points. In the playoffs, though, Rousek showed his potential with six points (2+4) in 10 games played.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign forward Lukas Rousek to two-year deal
Michael Peca is leaving Rochester to join the New York Rangers coaching staff
'Last season, Buffalo was the fifth worst penalty killing team in the NHL and the seventh worst defensive team giving up 3.62 goals per game. It’s not known if the Sabres tried to keep Peca by offering him a job on Granato’s staff. Peca played for new Rangers coach Laviolette when they were with the Islanders.' … [Read more...] about Michael Peca is leaving Rochester to join the New York Rangers coaching staff
Quentin Musty could be taken in first round of 2023 NHL Draft
'“I grew up watching a lot of those guys,” he said. “Tyler Myers was here when he was at his best when he won the Calder [Trophy]. It's things like that, or when they were clinching the playoffs, those are the greatest memories. This is a great place to be a fan of and watch games.”' … [Read more...] about Quentin Musty could be taken in first round of 2023 NHL Draft
Marr: Russian winger Matvei Michkov is special
'The biggest problem with the winger is he has a contract in the KHL through the 2025-26 season. That means he’d be almost 22 when he gets to the NHL, if he gets to the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Marr: Russian winger Matvei Michkov is special
Peterka, Kulich earn recognition for performances this season
'The native of Munich put up a respectable rookie season in the NHL this past year with the Sabres, scoring 12 goals and adding 20 assists for 32 points. He finished the 2022-23 campaign tied for 10th in league scoring among rookies.' … [Read more...] about Peterka, Kulich earn recognition for performances this season
Krebs, Quinn and Levi take home Gold as Team Canada beats Germany
'Sabres winger JJ Peterka won a Silver Medal scoring his sixth goal of the tournament tying him for fourth in the championship. Peterka’s 12 points were second overall, two points behind Rocco Grimaldi for Team USA.' … [Read more...] about Krebs, Quinn and Levi take home Gold as Team Canada beats Germany
Johnson forgoes free agency to sign with the Sabres
'Johnson, who turns 22 in July, played four seasons with Minnesota scoring nine goals and 50 assists for 59 points in 143 games. In 40 games this season, Johnson had four goals and 14 assists for 18 points.' … [Read more...] about Johnson forgoes free agency to sign with the Sabres
Sabres sign defenseman Vsevolod Komarov to three-year entry-level contract
'The Russian-born blue liner put up 39 points (12+27) in 69 games this past season for the Remparts, plus eight points (1+7) in 18 playoff games. The 6-foot-2, 182-pound defenseman helped Quebec to a QMJHL championship win over the Halifax Mooseheads and an appearance in the CHL Memorial Cup.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign defenseman Vsevolod Komarov to three-year entry-level contract
Kyle Okposo didn't take long to decide to come back
'"My son, Odi, was the first one to find out," said Okposo on Thursday. "When I got the call saying that the deal was done, I was about to put him to bed and I told him that I’m going to come back and play another year. His reaction was worth it. Sometimes I forget how much it means to them."' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo didn’t take long to decide to come back