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'If the Sabres are going to have any success this season, they're going to need some very young players to step up into roles they aren't quite ready for right now.' … [Read more...] about Success from young Sabres imperative in preseason

'Allen, who is widely recognized by Sabres fans as the man who has sung the "The Star-Spangled Banner" before games for more than 25 years, said he had COVID in January in a letter posted Saturday morning. He added that "I now have natural immunity, so I am choosing to not get vaccinated."' … [Read more...] about Citing COVID protocols, Doug Allen leaves national anthem role with Sabres

'"As of now, we are in a situation where we have a player that is resistant to what our experts are saying and we are going to continue to trust what our medical doctors tell us - which is in the best interest of Jack as a human being and as a hockey player," Adams said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams: Eichel did not pass his physical, no longer team captain

'The Sabres would have the right to terminate his contract, but that accomplishes nothing. You might as well just take one of the lowball offers. They could suspend him without pay, but how does that resolve the situation? They could go through legal channels, which is way beyond my knowledge.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: What’s next in the Eichel saga for the Sabres?

'According to the Sabres, the deal has an average annual value (AAV) of $6 million.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin, Buffalo Sabres agree to 3-year contract

'It remains unclear if Eichel will pass his physical because of his injury.' … [Read more...] about Eichel, Dahlin listed on Sabres training camp roster

'Quinn played very well at the center on Friday so, in my mind, you begin training camp on Thursday with the kid at the center. It’s just the next step in the progression and if it keeps going well, you wind up putting him at the center when the Amerks start their season. There’s no harm in any of this and what if it works? What do the Sabres have to lose?' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Sabres training camp starts Wednesday; which prospects are worth watching?

'The game will be played at Tim Hortons Field, which is home to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo, Toronto to play in NHL Heritage Classic game in 2022

'Players risk suspension and even not being paid for each day they can’t participate due to COVID-19.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Evaluating the NHL’s new COVID-19 rules

'Players risk suspension and even not being paid for each day they can’t participate due to COVID-19. On the other side of the coin, a fully vaccinated player confirmed positive for COVID-19 will be treated as if he has a hockey-related injury.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Evaluating the NHL’s new COVID-19 rules

'Brisson’s good, but he has his work cutout for him. It’s to a point now that no matter which surgery he gets, it’s not likely Eichel would be ready for opening night. I have trouble believing that there’s a trade to be made when the team that gets him might not be able to use him.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: No surprise in Eichel’s reported agent change

'The Buffalo Sabres made the announcement Friday morning saying that Jeanneret plans on retiring after the 2021-22 Buffalo Sabres season. Jeanneret is wrapping up his Hall of Fame career after 51 years.' … [Read more...] about Rick Jeanneret to retire after 2021-22 Buffalo Sabres season

'GM Kevyn Adams had indicated he would not rush Power or any other prospect into the NHL, saying the focus will remain on long term development.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres top pick to return to Michigan

'The worst thing Adams can do is let Eichel anywhere near this team. The last thing the young players need is to listen to a disgruntled captain go on about his situation and the team. Adams said he would be fine if Eichel were at training camp, but if he really is, then he’s pretty naïve. It would be an utter disaster.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: What’s the holdup in dealing Jack Eichel?

'What Eichel did do is make it harder for the Sabres to trade him. He’s already considered to be difficult. Elliott Friedman said his type-A personality has made it more difficult to move him.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: How do the Sabres react to statement from Eichel’s camp