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'“Fast, north, direct, get to the net more,” Appert said. “Those are things that I preach and believe in at a high level. We were speaking the same language in the first conversation.”' … [Read more...] about ‘We talked the same language’ | Shared vision with Ruff brought Appert to Sabres’ coaching staff

'“One of my top priorities over the last few weeks has been finalizing the hires and roles of the coaching staff,” Ruff said. “After conversations with Seth, he reaffirmed what I already knew - he is ready for this opportunity. As we move into next season, I am thrilled with the staff we have assembled, and the work has already begun to prepare for training camp and the … [Read more...] about Sabres promote Appert to assistant coach, Gulati to video coordinator

'“(We) really talked about where the NHL power plays are at and the movement inside of NHL power plays,” Ruff said. “And, even more, the way that most teams are starting to kill now where they’re set up in a diamond, they’re set up where they’re taking away the flank shots, that you have to get some motion, you have to have your bumper player be almost the important player on … [Read more...] about Ruff discusses coaching staff roles, Appert’s promotion on ‘Sabres Live’