'There could be a few tweaks along the way as JJ Peterka has not had a good training camp nor has he looked good in any of the three preseason games he played. Buffalo will have to trim one forward and Peterka can go to the Rochester Americans without having to be exposed to NHL waivers.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Buffalo Sabres ready for home opener against Ottawa
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Jack Quinn shines with Thompson, Olofsson in Sabres preseason win
'It ended up being a top-line hat trick for the Sabres when Quinn finished things off with an empty netter for the 3-1 win. With two goals in three preseason matchups, he is making a case to be a part of the NHL roster.' … [Read more...] about Jack Quinn shines with Thompson, Olofsson in Sabres preseason win
Comrie impresses, but Sabres fall to Blue Jackets 4-1
'Buffalo was outshot 13-2 in the first period and fell behind on goals by Emil Bemstrom and Kirill Marchenko on the power play.' … [Read more...] about Comrie impresses, but Sabres fall to Blue Jackets 4-1
Sabres youth shines again in first home preseason game, topping Flyers, 2-1
'They may not be the youngest players in Buffalo's organization - including 22-year-old Rasmus Dahlin, 21-year-old Dylan Cozens and 19-year-old Owen Power, who are NHL mainstays, but they are showing another crop of Sabres are on their way to becoming those staples, themselves.' … [Read more...] about Sabres youth shines again in first home preseason game, topping Flyers, 2-1
Sabres sign GM Adams to contract extension
'Adams most impressive accomplishment has been his leadership in turning around the culture within the organization.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign GM Adams to contract extension
Hamilton Take 2: Sabres, GM Kevyn Adams going in right direction
'Kim wanted to give him many different experiences to eventually get him ready to do what he’s doing now. The Pegulas always envisioned Adams as the Sabres general manager. Adams started with no experience, and in every job, he worked relentlessly and wound up figuring it out and doing well.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Sabres, GM Kevyn Adams going in right direction
Sabres’ first-rounders impress in win over Devils at Prospects Challenge
'The Sabres’ prospects beat the Devils, 7-4, after taking down the Montreal Canadiens, 4-3, in the tournament’s opener on Thursday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ first-rounders impress in win over Devils at Prospects Challenge
Sabres rally, top Canadiens to begin prospects challenge
'The 2021 seventh-round pick scored a pair of goals, the second of which was shorthanded, to lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 4-3 come from behind win over Montreal in the first game of the prospects challenge at Harborcenter.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally, top Canadiens to begin prospects challenge
Hamilton: The Sabres have talent at NHL's Prospect Challenge
'With very little change, fans have a slightly higher expectation for this team because they liked what they saw last April. That was evident because more people came to the arena to watch games in that final month to see if what was happening on the ice was real.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: The Sabres have talent at NHL’s Prospect Challenge
Sabres will bring back 'goat head' jersey for 12 games this season
'To say this is overdue is an understatement. Immediate reaction was extremely positive on social media among hockey fans.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will bring back ‘goat head’ jersey for 12 games this season
Hamilton: Tage Thompson's new contract could be a bargain for the Sabres
'It’s been proven that high end NHL free agency is generally a disaster where teams regret contracts within three years of giving them out. It's how high-priced UFA works out in the National Hockey League.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Tage Thompson’s new contract could be a bargain for the Sabres
Hamilton: Jack Eichel trade return is still looking good
'From Buffalo’s side, they couldn’t have been happier with Alex Tuch and the quick improvement from youngster Peyton Krebs.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Jack Eichel trade return is still looking good
Hamilton: Sabres prospects impress during World Junior Championship
'Kulich has said that he thinks he’ll be playing in the NHL this season and he just may have the chance to reach that goal as he and Rosen are expected to start the season in Rochester this year. Kulich looked like he was ahead of many of the Sabres prospects during July's development camp.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Sabres prospects impress during World Junior Championship
Hamilton Take2: Sabres leadership taking shape
'While I don’t think making Okposo captain is the wrong move, I would not change anything from last year except for one thing. Zemgus Girgensons and Okposo were named co-captains, but Granato decided just to have them both wear the “A” on their sweaters. I think Girgensons brings different, but valuable leadership, and last season worked. I would keep them both as captains just … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: Sabres leadership taking shape
Buffalo Sabres: 'Ryan Miller Night' happening in January
'"Ryan Miller embodied what people in Western New York expect from those who wear a Buffalo Sabres uniform: on-ice excellence, commitment, and authentic love for this community," said Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams. "His lasting relationship with the people here in Buffalo remains a standard we strive to follow every day.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres: ‘Ryan Miller Night’ happening in January