'“As a group, we have to play better,” he said. “First of all, we have to look ourselves in the mirror. Us players, we weren't good enough. We didn't help Donny at all, honestly. So now, we need a good summer. When we get to training camp, we need a really good camp. And we have to be pushed. We have a young group, who [is] hungry, and we need to get pushed hard. And we're … [Read more...] about ‘We weren’t good enough’ | Sabres veterans reflect on season
The Sabres Report - Apr 18, 2024
Top quotes from Day 1 of Sabres locker cleanout
'“Yeah, I mean, I think no one in here is satisfied,” he said. “Everyone is disappointed with the result and frustrated with the result. And I think moving forward, you use that as motivation in whatever way you choose kind of. I think every person deals with that kind of thing differently. But I think there’s no shortage of motivation and urgency for guys in this room to play … [Read more...] about Top quotes from Day 1 of Sabres locker cleanout
Tuch selected as Sabres' nominee for King Clancy Memorial Trophy
'Tuch’s second consecutive nomination comes just days after Sabres fans voted him as the recipient of the 2023-24 Rick Martin Memorial Award. “The Rico” is presented annually to the player who fans believe best embodies what it means to be a Buffalo Sabre based on on-ice excellence, resiliency, and dedication to the community.' … [Read more...] about Tuch selected as Sabres’ nominee for King Clancy Memorial Trophy
Sabres reassign Ostlund to Rochester
'Ostlund, 20, was a first-round pick (16th overall) by the Sabres in the 2022 NHL Draft. He had 23 points (12+11) in 38 games this season with the Vaxjo Lakers of the Swedish Hockey League. He also won a silver medal at the IIHF World Junior Championship, where he had 10 points (3+7) in seven games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reassign Ostlund to Rochester
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks defeat Marlies, tie Crunch for first place in North Division (WHEC-TV) Amerks move into first-place tie with 3-1 win over Marlies (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 17, 2024
GM Kevyn Adams has his sights set on an experienced coach to lead the Sabres
'The issues that plagued the Sabres all season reared their ugly head during their must-win games in the final weeks, though. They had too many bad first periods, not enough power-play goals and never looked like the offensive juggernaut that ranked third in the NHL in goals scored while compiling 91 standings points in 2022-23.' … [Read more...] about GM Kevyn Adams has his sights set on an experienced coach to lead the Sabres
Mike Harrington: The drought was too long for Don Granato to survive. Pegula, Adams had no choice
'This firing seems a little different though. There is utter desperation within this organization to break this 13-year playoff drought that is unmatched in NHL annals and a civic embarrassment of the highest order.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The drought was too long for Don Granato to survive. Pegula, Adams had no choice
Buffalo Sabres coach Don Granato fired after NHL playoff drought reaches 13 seasons
'Granato took over the Sabres in 2021 after serving as the interim coach. He was tasked to rebuild a struggling organization as the team’s sixth coach since 2013. He still had two years left on his contract.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres coach Don Granato fired after NHL playoff drought reaches 13 seasons
Kevyn Adams press conference: What Buffalo Sabres GM said after firing coach Don Granato
'“We just flat out weren’t good enough this year. We underperformed,” Adams said.' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams press conference: What Buffalo Sabres GM said after firing coach Don Granato
Sabres fire coach Don Granato after disappointing season
'The affable Granato, who was popular with his players, signed a contract extension prior to last season that was to kick in next year. He took over the Sabres as interim coach during an 18-game losing streak in 2020-21 and was named permanent coach following the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fire coach Don Granato after disappointing season
After firing coach Don Granato, Sabres GM Kevyn Adams begins search for experienced replacement
'But GMs usually get one chance to let go of their hand-picked coach. Adams’ next hire must get the Sabres to the playoffs, or more drastic moves will likely be coming.' … [Read more...] about After firing coach Don Granato, Sabres GM Kevyn Adams begins search for experienced replacement
Sabres fire HC Granato as playoff drought extends to 13 seasons
'“I can tell you, there’s no doubt in my mind that our locker room, our team, our organization, is in a better place today than we were three and a half years ago when Donny took over as head coach, and I’m very appreciative of that,” said Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams from KeyBank Center on Tuesday. “As far as our team, I’m sure you’ll get deeper, more definitive answers … [Read more...] about Sabres fire HC Granato as playoff drought extends to 13 seasons
Two ex-Peoria Rivermen coaches fired by Buffalo Sabres as head coach, assistant of NHL team
'That journey ended -- for now -- when the Sabres fired head coach Granato and assistant coach Christie on Tuesday, along with video coordinator Matt Smith.' … [Read more...] about Two ex-Peoria Rivermen coaches fired by Buffalo Sabres as head coach, assistant of NHL team
Buffalo Sabres fire coach Don Granato after team's playoff drought hits 13 seasons
'The Sabres signed defensemen Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power to eight-year and seven-year extensions, respectively, in the offseason and made only minor additions, signing free agent defensemen Connor Clifton and Erik Johnson.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fire coach Don Granato after team’s playoff drought hits 13 seasons
Buffalo Sabres fire head coach Don Granato after extending playoff drought to 13th season
'Expressing his frustration and impatience, Adams launched what now stands as the team’s eighth coaching search in 12 years by targeting someone with NHL experience to inspire a young but underperforming team that extended the franchise’s league-record playoff drought to a 13th season.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fire head coach Don Granato after extending playoff drought to 13th season