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'"This process started back around the combine, before the draft," Adams said Thursday before the team hit the ice to start training camp. "The key takeaways are that I've explained to their camps, and them individually, how important they are to this franchise, how we feel about them, and we want them here long-term."' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Adams on contract negotiations with Dahlin and Power: ‘I feel like we’re in a good place’

'After last season, all the talk was about another 2022 first-round pick in Jiri Kulich. He started in Rochester as an 18-year-old and scored 24 goals in 62 games. He added seven more in 12 playoff games. He had a pair of goals in the Prospects Challenge and was often dangerous, but it was 2021 first-round pick Isak Rosen that caught my eye.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Sabres Prospects Challenge showcases future talent

'Matthew Savoie notched two goals on the first game against the Montreal Canadiens on Friday night while Zach Benson drilled in one of his own on Saturday night when the Sabres matched up with the Devils.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Prospects Challenge wraps up on Monday with final game vs Penguins

'The iconic voice of the Sabres will be recognized with a sign dedication ceremony Oct. 12 outside of KeyBank Center, before the Sabres' home opener against the New York Rangers.' … [Read more...] about ‘RJ Way’: Street signs will honor Jeanneret near KeyBank Center

'PSE was established by former president Kim Pegula and included the teams along with bars, restaurants, and other things. The theme ‘One Buffalo’ came about to bring Buffalo together, but in the end, the Bills made money, and much of the rest floundered. The one happy family thing eventually went south with layoffs, firings, and employees wanting other opportunities. Another … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: PSE dissolving, Terry Pegula as Sabres president doesn’t mean the team is for sale

'Many hockey fans traveled to the arena with plenty of time prior to the event to pay a visit to the RJ memorial outside of the entrance and drop off letters, posters, flowers, photographs and of course a container or two of cookies to place right on the top shelf where mama hides them.' … [Read more...] about Remembering RJ: The man behind the mic

'“He’s the voice of my childhood,” said one fan Chris Jaskowiak. “He's someone who can be succeeded, but never replaced”. … [Read more...] about Sabres fans, Buffalo community remember Rick Jeanneret

'Those unable to attend in person will also be able to stream the service on sabres.com.' … [Read more...] about ‘Remembering RJ’ tribute event on Sunday at KeyBank Center

'"Always listened to him, you know, always listened to the voice and all that even down in San Antonio, you know, we'd listen to him. Get the remote broadcast," Sabres fan Jim Campbell said.' … [Read more...] about Fans and players remember Sabres broadcaster Rick Jeanneret

'Some of Jeanneret's most memorable calls involved goals former Buffalo Sabres' captain Pat LaFontaine scored. Lafontaine fondly remembers Jeanneret in a post on his foundations social media page.' … [Read more...] about NHL community remembers Rick Jeanneret

'"Rick was indeed a very special and very loved man, to and by all, who knew him and listened to him, his magic, and his command," he said. "How glad I am to have known him. How lucky were we all to have been around him and to have listened to him."' … [Read more...] about Sabres legendary voice Rick Jeanneret dies at 81

'Adams 100% believes in Devon Levi and his process, which is why Levi was signed out of college and played in all of the most important games that this team has played in 12 years down the stretch. Adams and Granato haven’t said that Levi is their No. 1 goalie in October, but they don’t have to, their actions at the end of last season speak louder than anything they can say.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: The Sabres’ offseason goaltending situation

'The other thing Adams is not only banking on but 100% believes in is that the young players will all improve and take the next step. I don’t think he’s wrong here. I think Thompson can be a 50-goal scorer year after year, I think Tuch can get you 35 to 40 goals every season. I expect Dylan Cozens will be even better than 31 goals and 68 points. I also think Cozens will improve … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: Sabres GM Kevyn Adams’ strategy of sustainable success

'The 18-year-old Benson starred in the Western Hockey League this past season scoring 36 goals and adding 62 assists appearing in 60 games with the Winnipeg Ice this past season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign top pick Zach Benson

'We will see in training camp, but I just don’t think Jiri Kulich or Matt Savoie are ready for the NHL yet. Including playoffs Kulich had 31 goals in 74 games for the Rochester Americans and yes, his all-around game improved, but I don’t think it’s where it needs to be for the NHL. Now that doesn’t mean it won’t be by midseason or so, but I think the 19-year-old would be better … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: The impact of Jack Quinn’s injury for the Sabres