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'From his reusable hallmarks to one-of-a-kind gems, we remember him with a list of his finest moments on the microphone.' … [Read more...] about Rick Jeanneret’s most memorable Sabres calls

'Jeanneret had turned 81 on July 23.' … [Read more...] about Rick Jeanneret, legendary Sabres broadcaster, dies at 81

'The 28-year-old was a sixth-round draft pick by the Sabres in 2013 and spent five seasons playing in Rochester during his career in North America, becoming a solid forward at the AHL level. Malone posted 14 goals and 31 points in 53 regular season games for the Amerks this past season, adding three goals and nine points in 14 playoff games.' … [Read more...] about West Seneca native Sean Malone signs overseas, ending stint with Sabres, Amerks

'The 18-year-old becomes the second member of Buffalo’s 2023 draft class to sign their entry-level contract, as second-round selection Anton Wahlberg signed his deal July 14.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 1st-round pick Zach Benson

'Prior to Buffalo’s game against New Jersey on Sept. 16, players and alumni will be on hand for the Sabres Fan Fest, featuring special programming and live music.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hosting Prospects Challenge Sept. 15-18

'The Icemen replace the Cincinnati Cyclones, who had been the Sabres’ affiliate from 2017 until earlier this month when they became the affiliates of the New York Rangers. The Icemen had partnered with the Rangers the past two seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres name Jacksonville Icemen as new ECHL affiliate

'The Sabres also re-signed forward Brett Murray to a one-year, two-way deal. He spent the 2022-23 season in Rochester, scoring 23 goals, good for second on the team as part of 49 total points, third on the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2nd-round pick, re-sign productive Amerk

'“The Donny connection was huge,” said Clifton, who had “a couple teams in the mix,” but made “a pretty easy decision” to sign with Buffalo. The 28-year-old defenseman joins a number of Sabres with prior experience playing under Granato with the U.S. National Development Team.' … [Read more...] about 4 check: Sabres free agent scores, development camp insights

'Clifton comes to Buffalo on a contract worth $10 million over three years after anchoring the Boston Bruins’s top-ranked penalty kill unit. Clifton led all NHL defenseman last season in allowing 2.34 power-play goals per 60 minutes. The 28-year-old fills the Sabres’ need for a reliable right-shot D-man capable of playing alongside dynamic No. 1 draft picks Rasmus Dahlin and … [Read more...] about Sabres bolster defense signing PK specialist Connor Clifton, Cup winner Erik Johnson

'Here are the Sabres who are slated to become free agents on July 1, as well as those who could be seeing a pay raise in the form of an extension this offseason...'. … [Read more...] about Which Buffalo Sabres are free agents?

'Buffalo will likely target a top-four defenseman, a defensive-minded depth forward and potentially a veteran goalie through either free agency or a trade this offseason. The injury to forward Jack Quinn, which is expected to sideline the 21-year-old until at least November, may force general manager Kevyn Adams to reevaluate his plans and target a middle-six forward, as well.' … [Read more...] about 4 free agents the Sabres could target this offseason

'“The last time I saw him was on the bike path in Clarence behind my house,” Adams said. “Gavin is a great kid. He comes from a great family … So you learn a lot in this job, but this is the first of a neighborhood kid sitting in the interview. I mean, he went to kindergarten with my daughter.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Clarence native Gavin McCarthy in NHL Draft’s 3rd round

'Quinn’s injury, first reported by Eilliotte Friedman of TSN, occurred during offseason training. His recovery is expected to take up to six months. The Sabres open the season Oct. 12, fewer than four months from the date of Quinn’s surgery. A full six-month recovery would extend to the end of December, almost 40 games into the season.' … [Read more...] about Jack Quinn to miss start of Sabres season after Achilles surgery

'Ranked by NHL Central Scouting as the sixth North American skater in his draft class, Benson is a skilled playmaker at 5-foot-10, 160 pounds. With experience playing center and left wing in junior hockey, Benson’s body and game fit the profile of Savoie and other recent draft picks made by Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams.' … [Read more...] about Sabres draft forward Zach Benson, junior linemate of ’22 top pick Matt Savoie

'Zach Benson, LW, Winnipeg (WHL) — The sixth-ranked North American skater is another forward who might get drafted before the Sabres pick. But if he’s available, the 5-foot-10, 159-pound Benson would be a great fit alongside Buffalo’s 2022 first-round pick Matt Savoie. He recorded 98 points in 60 games playing on Savoie’s line in the Western Hockey League.' … [Read more...] about 4 players Sabres could draft with No. 13 pick