'University of Denver forward Jack Devine is a potential late first-rounder, or he could be picked up with the Sabres’ early second-round pick. The Sabres met with Devine during the scouting combine this week, and owner Terry Pegula was there to join the team’s management.' … [Read more...] about Sabres owner Terry Pegula meets prospects during NHL Combine
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Sabres sign Isak Rosen
'The 19-year-old becomes the fifth member of the 2021 Sabre draft class to sign an entry-level contract with the parent club.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Isak Rosen
Mike Myers shows support for Buffalo community on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'
'Myers is from Toronto, Canada, which is about a two-hour drive away from Buffalo. The actor went on to say, "Just today I was just thinking how much we love Buffalo, and we just want to send our love to you. That's all."' … [Read more...] about Mike Myers shows support for Buffalo community on ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’
Sabres land 3 first-round picks, starting at No. 9, in NHL Draft Lottery
'The final slot will be decided once the Panthers are either eliminated from the playoffs or win the Stanley Cup Final.' … [Read more...] about Sabres land 3 first-round picks, starting at No. 9, in NHL Draft Lottery
Slim pickins': How likely are the Sabres to land the No. 1 pick in the NHL Draft Lottery
'After the first lottery, the 15 remaining teams' odds will be adjusted, and the second overall pick will be revealed.' … [Read more...] about Slim pickins’: How likely are the Sabres to land the No. 1 pick in the NHL Draft Lottery
Hamilton Take2: What must the Sabres do to improve during the NHL offseason?
'The biggest change will be in goal. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will likely start the season as the Sabres No. 1 goalie. Kevyn Adams will need to find a partner not named Craig Anderson. Anderson did a great job this season having a points percentage of .581, but if Luukkonen doesn’t work out, I don’t think Anderson has it in him to take over and play 50 or 60 games.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: What must the Sabres do to improve during the NHL offseason?
Hamilton Take2: The Sabres' brighter future shines in Rochester
'Who is Lukas Rousek, you ask, and why should you care? He was a sixth-round pick taken in the 2019 draft by Jason Botterill, and he’s showing signs of being a legitimate prospect. The 23-year-old spent four years in pro hockey in the Czech League and was ready to make the jump to North America. Unfortunately, he suffered a knee injury before training camp, but if you’re … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: The Sabres’ brighter future shines in Rochester
Jeff Skinner has been named Sabres' King Clancy award nominee
'Skinner's efforts raised over $100,000 to help in the fight against cancer, in part by his willingness to donate $53 for every $50 donation.' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner has been named Sabres’ King Clancy award nominee
Who will be the Sabres next captain and goaltender?
'With Kyle Okposo and Zemgus Girgensons named alternate captains ahead of last season, it might be time for one of them to wear the "C."' … [Read more...] about Who will be the Sabres next captain and goaltender?
Sabres locker room cleanout: 3 stars of the season
'Don Granato, in his first year as the Sabres head coach, provided the spark.' … [Read more...] about Sabres locker room cleanout: 3 stars of the season
Fond Farewell: Rick Jeanneret signs off for the final time
'"Cozens shot right on and he scores! Casey ... Casey at the bat ... Casey Mittelstadt hammers it home ... and Buffalo wins it in ooooovertime."' … [Read more...] about Fond Farewell: Rick Jeanneret signs off for the final time
RJ's Last Call: Rick Jeanneret looks back on his years with the Sabres
'“Anything that came out of these lips has been pretty natural. I very seldom think ahead of time … in terms of the number of calls that I’ve had that they call famous or infamous. That’s me. You take me as what I am,” Jeanneret said.' … [Read more...] about RJ’s Last Call: Rick Jeanneret looks back on his years with the Sabres
Sabres excited, optimistic about the future after season's final practice
'Sabres veteran Kyle Okposo said after practice, "You know we still have guys going out there 25 minutes early today, last practice of the year. That is not normal for this time of year but it's the norm around here."' … [Read more...] about Sabres excited, optimistic about the future after season’s final practice
Sabres center Thompson nears 40-goal mark with 2 games remaining
'Thompson passed Jack Eichel's career-high 36 goals - from a shortened 2019-2020 season - in a win over the New York Islanders on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres center Thompson nears 40-goal mark with 2 games remaining
For one lucky Sabres fan, a bet placed in error paid off big
'Looking up the box score, Zielonka quickly learned that not only had Okposo scored, but he that he had scored the game's first goal. That suddenly put Zielonka in line for a $10,000 payout if the Sabres could hang on for the victory, which they eventually did 5-2.' … [Read more...] about For one lucky Sabres fan, a bet placed in error paid off big