'Several of the Devils’ young, accomplished players – including Jack Hughes, Nico Hischier, and Jesper Bratt – have credited Ruff with aiding their development. “He set the foundation for the whole team, how all of this started,” Bratt said earlier this season. “He was a huge part of the success we had last year. For us players, trusting in his system as the way to play. He’s … [Read more...] about 5 things to know about Sabres coach Lindy Ruff
The Sabres Report - Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks finish second in North Division, open Calder Cup Playoffs against Syracuse (Buffalo News) Amerks playoff run starts Friday. How they got there and how you can be there (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 22, 2024
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Two goals 30 seconds apart turn Comets' lead into loss in last game (Rome Daily Sentinel) Amerks finish second in AHL North Division standings (WGR-AM) Amerks to face Syracuse in playoffs after winning regular season finale (WROC-TV) Amerks earn 2 seed in North Division, matchup with Crunch (WHEC-TV) Amerks lock up second place with comeback win in Utica … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 21, 2024
Inside the NHL: A look around the playoff rinks that the Sabres never seem to join
'The Stanley Cup Playoffs started Saturday. Do we even remember what those are? The Sabres are once again on the sidelines at the best time of the hockey season and once again searching for a new head coach. Not much has changed around here the last 13 years.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: A look around the playoff rinks that the Sabres never seem to join
The Sabres Report - Apr 20, 2024
Tage Thompson's leadership on display as Sabres process fallout of season
'“I think in our room, we have a really tight locker room,” Thompson, now 26 years old and 372 games into his NHL career, explained. “Guys that are very close with each other. Bonds that are very, very tight. And I think that’s pretty special. That’s not something that a lot of teams can say. But at the same time, when you have those bonds, you don’t want to upset or ruffle any … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson’s leadership on display as Sabres process fallout of season
Could the Sabres promote Rochester Amerks coach Seth Appert to Buffalo?
'Appert, 49, is a hockey lifer, having coached since his days as a college goalie ended in 1996. He has enjoyed success at every stop, winning two national titles as an assistant at Denver before an 11-year stint as the head coach at RPI.' … [Read more...] about Could the Sabres promote Rochester Amerks coach Seth Appert to Buffalo?
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks drop overtime decision to Monsters in home finale (Amerks.com) Amerks announce 2023-24 year-end award winners (Amerks.com) Monsters pick up 3-2 overtime win against Amerks (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 19, 2024
After 'tough' transition, Bowen Byram aiming to return to Sabres a better defenseman
'While teammates are driven to finally reach the postseason, Byram doesn’t know what life as an NHLer is like without a grueling series against a top team in the NHL. He was in Colorado’s lineup for 27 playoff games over the past two years, including the 20-game marathon that ended with him winning the sport’s ultimate prize.' … [Read more...] about After ‘tough’ transition, Bowen Byram aiming to return to Sabres a better defenseman
Mike Harrington: The NHL's harsh reality hits hard for Sabres' young players
'Come next season, Rasmus Dahlin will be playing for his fourth NHL head coach (Phil Housley, Ralph Krueger, Granato and the new hire). Dylan Cozens also dates to the Krueger days and both Dahlin and Cozens were first-round picks of former GM Jason Botterill.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The NHL’s harsh reality hits hard for Sabres’ young players
After battling injuries, Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson mentally stronger
'“It was some hard days there, for sure,” Samuelsson said Thursday as the Sabres held end-of-season meetings in KeyBank Center following their disappointing 84-point finish. In that difficult time, he learned a lot about himself – “How hard I can be on myself sometimes,” he said – and others.' … [Read more...] about After battling injuries, Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson mentally stronger
Tuch thinks two veteran coaches out there would be great to play for
'“I think I’ve watched Lindy coach as many games as I’ve played, so he was my favorite coach growing up and that was the team that I watched and sat on the couch and watched with my dad and to see what he was able to do with those teams was really cool."' … [Read more...] about Tuch thinks two veteran coaches out there would be great to play for
"Maybe just a little kick in the butt," players voice need for accountability in Buffalo Sabres locker room
'"I think a lot of guys could benefit from that and I think we're ready for that because we want to be pushed to the next level," says Sabres forward Dylan Cozens. "If we're not performing and we deserve to be benched, we should be."' … [Read more...] about “Maybe just a little kick in the butt,” players voice need for accountability in Buffalo Sabres locker room
Sabres players emphasize accountability in locker room cleanouts
'After all, it has been 13 years out of the playoffs and 13 years of the same mid-April locker room cleanouts in the KeyBank Center. The players who spoke over the two-day period expressed how thankful they are for Don Granato and how he has impacted their level of play. However, most players also acknowledged the need for more accountability and consistency going forward in … [Read more...] about Sabres players emphasize accountability in locker room cleanouts
Top quotes from Day 2 of Sabres locker cleanout
'The 25-year-old is scheduled to become a restricted free agent and said he is open to signing a long-term contract in Buffalo. “I like it here,” he said. “I think we have a really, really good group of guys here who … signed for a longer contract. In the end, I don’t know what’s going to happen, but I for sure would not be against it.”' … [Read more...] about Top quotes from Day 2 of Sabres locker cleanout
The Sabres Report - Apr 18, 2024
Mike Harrington: Alex Tuch ponders his past as Sabres mull their future
'Tuch and Tage Thompson both talked about the need for ice time to be taken away if the situation calls for it. Thompson said the team was often “too casual” and referenced to times when guys were “not playing winning hockey”. No names attached but you can interpolate how this would fit at times with young players like JJ Peterka, Dylan Cozens, Jack Quinn, Peyton Krebs and even … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Alex Tuch ponders his past as Sabres mull their future