'During the 2022-23 season, Ruff got the Devils to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and was named runner-up for the Jack Adams Award as the NHL's Coach of the Year. This season, however, the group in New Jersey underachieved, because they had no goaltending, and Ruff was fired on March 4.' … [Read more...] about Sabres welcome Lindy Ruff back as next head coach
The Sabres Report - Apr 23, 2024
Lindy Ruff returns to Sabres bench as next head coach
'"I want to be clear, though, that this hire was not made with nostalgia in mind. Lindy is the right person for the job now, and any history with our organization and community is simply an added bonus. I believe wholeheartedly that Lindy can help our team reach their goals and am excited to get to work with him."' … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff returns to Sabres bench as next head coach
Winningest coach in Buffalo Sabres history to return as team announces Lindy Ruff as new head coach
'The team made the playoffs eight times during Ruff's previous stint, including an appearance in the 1998-99 Stanley Cup Final and three trips to the Eastern Conference Final in 1997-98, 2005-06, and 2006-07.' … [Read more...] about Winningest coach in Buffalo Sabres history to return as team announces Lindy Ruff as new head coach
'It brings excitement': 7 Sports reacts to Buffalo Sabres hiring Lindy Ruff as next head coach
'"I spoke to a lot of people last week about what they'd think if Lindy became the head coach and from ages 20 and up people were excited," says Briana Aldridge. "They remember seeing him win here and that's something that's not happening a lot right now."' … [Read more...] about ‘It brings excitement’: 7 Sports reacts to Buffalo Sabres hiring Lindy Ruff as next head coach
Sabres hire Lindy Ruff for second stint as head coach
'Ruff has the fifth-most coaching wins in NHL history and is the winningest coach in Sabres history by a wide margin, posting a record of 571-432-78-84 from 1998-2013. Scotty Bowman is second in franchise history with 210 wins. Granato had a 122-125-27 record with the Sabres, including his time as interim head coach in 2021.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Lindy Ruff for second stint as head coach
Sabres hire Lindy Ruff as head coach
'"This is a team ready to take the next step," Ruff said in a statement released by the Sabres. "I am both humbled and honored to be trusted to help this team win now. It is not a job that I take lightly. It is my goal to ensure that players believe in each other, play for each other and love being a Buffalo Sabre. There is no doubt that we all need to embrace the challenge … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Lindy Ruff as head coach
Lindy Ruff returning to Buffalo to lead Sabres
'Ruff was fired last month by the New Jersey Devils, a year after they posted their best regular-season record.' … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff returning to Buffalo to lead Sabres
Sabres hire Ruff as head coach
'“I am thrilled to welcome Lindy back as the head coach of the Buffalo Sabres,” Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said. “As I went through the hiring process, it quickly became clear Lindy was the person for the job. He has experience, a proven track record, familiarity with young players, and so much more. I want to be clear though that this hire was not made with nostalgia … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Ruff as head coach
5 things to know about Sabres coach Lindy Ruff
'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
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