'The Sabres announced that forward Linus Weissbach is staying with the organization on a one-year two-way contract worth $775,000.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Weissbach; announce new ECHL affiliate
The Sabres Report - Jul 18, 2023
Linus Weissbach extended for another year
'The Sweden native was top five on the team in goals (20), points (47), and assists (27). His four game-winning goals were the most.' … [Read more...] about Linus Weissbach extended for another year
Icemen will serve as the Buffalo Sabres ECHL affiliate
'The new affiliation between the Icemen and Sabres is a mutually beneficial arrangement. The Sabres will gain access to a talented pool of players to develop, while the Icemen will benefit from the Sabres’ resources and expertise.' … [Read more...] about Icemen will serve as the Buffalo Sabres ECHL affiliate
Sabres sign Weissbach to 1-year contract
'A product of Goteborg, Sweden, Weissbach ranked fourth on the Rochester Americans with 47 points (20+27) in 69 regular-season contests in 2022-23. During postseason play, the 25-year-old tallied three goals and seven assists in 12 games played.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Weissbach to 1-year contract
Sabres announce Jacksonville Icemen as new ECHL affiliate
'The Icemen set club records for wins (44) and points (93) last season, finishing the season by pushing the Florida Everblades to six games in the South Division Championship series.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce Jacksonville Icemen as new ECHL affiliate
The Sabres Report - Jul 17, 2023
Women's hockey coaches at Sabres development camp highlight NHL's initiative
'“To be invited to this organization and see just how first class and how welcoming it’s been, I’d say, pretty surreal,” Walkland said. “I keep having to pinch myself when I kind of look around and take it all in.”' … [Read more...] about Women’s hockey coaches at Sabres development camp highlight NHL’s initiative
The Sabres Report - Jul 16, 2023
Spencerport’s Paetsch named new Amerks assistant coach
'“It’s hard to put into words what this organization and city mean to me,” Paetsch said. “Standing on that bench again with family and friends in the arena because my wife is from here and I’ve lived here for 20 years, so not just me but my whole family is excited for the opportunity.”' … [Read more...] about Spencerport’s Paetsch named new Amerks assistant coach
The Sabres Report - Jul 15, 2023
Brett Murray returns to Sabres with one-year, $775,000 contract
'The Sabres will have a decision to make with Murray. He must clear waivers to join the Amerks if he doesn't earn a spot on the NHL roster during training camp. One opened recently with Jack Quinn suffering an Achilles injury that's expected to keep him out of the lineup until around late December. Murray is going to have to win that spot over several other prospects, including … [Read more...] about Brett Murray returns to Sabres with one-year, $775,000 contract
Sabres sign forward Anton Wahlberg to three-year, entry-level contract
'The Swedish National Team didn't consider Wahlberg a top prospect until he earned their attention last fall. He was a dynamic center for Malmo's team in the country's Under-20 league, producing 14 goals and 27 points in 32 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign forward Anton Wahlberg to three-year, entry-level contract
Sabres sign Anton Wahlberg, Brett Murray to contracts
'Wahlberg, 18, is the first member of the Sabres’ 2023 draft class to sign a contract. The Swede’s deal has a $950,000 average annual value, according to capfriendly.com.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Anton Wahlberg, Brett Murray to contracts
Sabres re-sign forward Brett Murray to one-year contract
'Murray finished his 2022-23 season with the Rochester Americans as the third-leading scorer with 49 points (23+26) in 71 games. His 23 goals was also second-best on the team, trailing Jiri Kulich's 24 goals scored for the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign forward Brett Murray to one-year contract
Sabres sign 2023 second-round pick Anton Wahlberg to entry-level deal
'The 18-year-old was the 39th overall selection for the Sabres in Round 2 of the 2023 NHL Draft after playing 17 games last season in the Swedish Hockey League with the Malmö Redhawks. Playing primarily as a 17-year-old, Wahlberg tallied four points (2+2) in Sweden's top professional level.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2023 second-round pick Anton Wahlberg to entry-level deal
Sabres sign 2nd-round pick, re-sign productive Amerk
'The Sabres also re-signed forward Brett Murray to a one-year, two-way deal. He spent the 2022-23 season in Rochester, scoring 23 goals, good for second on the team as part of 49 total points, third on the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2nd-round pick, re-sign productive Amerk
Sabres sign 2nd-round pick Anton Wahlberg
'The 6-foot-3, 192-pound forward is expected to continue playing next year in Sweden. General manager Kevyn Adams had said he considered Wahlberg to be a first-round talent.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2nd-round pick Anton Wahlberg
Ostlund bids to continue growth spurt on path to Sabres roster spot
'"There's a lot of pressure and as a young kid, he performed very well," Sabres development coach Tim Kennedy said. "He was an 18-year-old playing against men. … It was a great year for him growth-wise."' … [Read more...] about Ostlund bids to continue growth spurt on path to Sabres roster spot