'In many ways, Benson seized the opportunity from his junior hockey linemate Matt Savoie, the Sabres’ first-round pick the summer before. Savoie skated with the Sabres on Friday morning for the first time since injuring his shoulder in the final game of the prospects challenge.' … [Read more...] about 4 check: Projecting Sabres lineup after preseason finale
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‘It puts smiles on our faces’: Sabres players take part in Miracle League baseball game
'Current and former Buffalo Sabres players each paired up with a child. Krebs, Dylan Cozens, Henri Jokiharju, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Casey Mittelstadt were among the players taking part. Alumni like fan-favorite goalie turned broadcaster Martin Biron were on hand too. They hit, ran and scored at the annual event that brings players and families together for a night of fun.' … [Read more...] about ‘It puts smiles on our faces’: Sabres players take part in Miracle League baseball game
4 check: Sabre youths thriving in preseason
'Devon Levi transformed from prized prospect into Buffalo’s top goaltender in matter of seven starts late last season. The 21-year-old showed no signs of rookie regression in his first preseason game, making 19 saves in two shutout periods against the Bruins.' … [Read more...] about 4 check: Sabre youths thriving in preseason
Sabres ‘window’s open right now,’ GM Kevyn Adams says
'“We have to embrace expectations,” general manager Kevyn Adams said Wednesday as the Sabres opened training camp. “I look at pressure as a privilege.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres ‘window’s open right now,’ GM Kevyn Adams says
4 check: Sabres training camp storylines
'It’s likely one of the three will be sent to Rochester to be the Americans’ starter or potentially even traded. However, Luukkonen or Comrie would have to go through waivers to reach the minors, meaning another NHL team could claim them.' … [Read more...] about 4 check: Sabres training camp storylines
Sabres prospect C Matt Savoie injured in closing game of challenge
'The severity of Savoie’s injury is not yet known. Rochester Americans coach Seth Appert said 19-year-old will be evaluated on Tuesday, but it is expected that Savoie will miss “a little bit of time” at the start of Buffalo’s training camp, which opens Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect C Matt Savoie injured in closing game of challenge
Sabres to dedicate sign honoring Rick Jeanneret, dub part of Perry Street ‘RJ Way’
'The sign will be located at the corners of Illinois Street and Perry Street as well as Perry Street and Washington Street.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to dedicate sign honoring Rick Jeanneret, dub part of Perry Street ‘RJ Way’
Everything you need to know ahead of Sabres Prospects Challenge
'The Sabres released their roster for this year’s tournament on Tuesday, featuring five former first-round picks and a handful of other draft selections and Rochester Americans.' … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know ahead of Sabres Prospects Challenge
Sabres to wear “goat head” jerseys 15 times, announce theme nights
'The Sabres will wear their goat head jerseys for the first time on Saturday, October 21 against the New York Islanders, though the rest of the games featuring the jersey were not announced. The Sabres wore the jerseys for 12 games during the 2022-23 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to wear “goat head” jerseys 15 times, announce theme nights
15 Sabres games will be on national TV
'Buffalo’s Feb. 10 home game against St. Louis will be broadcast on ABC, the Oct. 17 game against Tampa Bay will be shown on ESPN, and six games are scheduled to stream on ESPN+/Hulu.' … [Read more...] about 15 Sabres games will be on national TV
Terry Pegula separates Bills, Sabres operations, dissolves PSE
'“We are thankful for the work and effort so many individuals have put into PSE over the years, but feel it is the right time for them to return home to separate organizations,” Terry Pegula said in a statement. “We feel that now is the right time to dissolve PSE and allow everyone to focus solely on their respective organization. It is a great time to be a Buffalo sports fan … [Read more...] about Terry Pegula separates Bills, Sabres operations, dissolves PSE
‘RJ is proud of the job you’ve done’: Don Granato draws praise from Lindy Ruff
'Ruff told the gathering of close to 2,500 fans and 60 Sabres alumni on Sunday that “he will be with you all this year.”' … [Read more...] about ‘RJ is proud of the job you’ve done’: Don Granato draws praise from Lindy Ruff
Sabres to re-air games featuring classic Rick Jeanneret calls
'A marathon of games then kicks off at 7 p.m. Saturday, beginning with Game 5 of the 2006 Eastern Conference Semifinal — better remembered as Jason Pominville scoring an overtime winner that eliminated the Ottawa Senators and sparked an all-time Jeanneret call: “These guys are good, scary good.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres to re-air games featuring classic Rick Jeanneret calls
Sabres to hold Rick Jeanneret tribute event on Sunday
'The event, set for 5 p.m. at KeyBank Center, will feature a roundtable discussion with other broadcasters and alumni. Doors open at 3:30 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to hold Rick Jeanneret tribute event on Sunday
Sabres trade D Ilya Lyubushkin to Anaheim for 4th round pick in 2025
'The Sabres needed to trade at least one defenseman after signing Connor Clifton and Erik Johnson in free agency. That gave Buffalo nine players at the position signed to one-way NHL contracts. There is room for only seven or eight D-men on the opening night roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade D Ilya Lyubushkin to Anaheim for 4th round pick in 2025