'The team's longest homestand will be a six-game homestand that begins January 9 and ends January 20.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres to begin 2023-24 regular season on October 12 at KeyBank Center
The Sabres Report - Jun 28, 2023
4 players Sabres could draft with No. 13 pick
'Zach Benson, LW, Winnipeg (WHL) — The sixth-ranked North American skater is another forward who might get drafted before the Sabres pick. But if he’s available, the 5-foot-10, 159-pound Benson would be a great fit alongside Buffalo’s 2022 first-round pick Matt Savoie. He recorded 98 points in 60 games playing on Savoie’s line in the Western Hockey League.' … [Read more...] about 4 players Sabres could draft with No. 13 pick
Sabres ’23-24 schedule: Opens at home Oct. 12, Vegas & Jack Eichel visit on March 2
'Five of the first six games will be played in Buffalo, including a four-game homestand to begin the campaign. A six-game stretch of home games in January is the longest of the season. A four-game homestand follows the All-Star break in February.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ’23-24 schedule: Opens at home Oct. 12, Vegas & Jack Eichel visit on March 2
Hamilton Take 2: Sabres history of 13th overall draft picks
'We’ll have to see how much trading there is at the draft. Adams has said many times that some trades that are made now, originated months ago. We know the Sabres GM is looking for a top four defenseman. I’m not convinced that he’s actively looking to trade for a goaltender.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Sabres history of 13th overall draft picks
Sabres release 2023-2024 schedule
'Buffalo's final home game will be on April 11 against the Washington Capitols, followed by a short trip to Florida to play the Panthers on April 13 and Lightning on April 15.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2023-2024 schedule
Draft Notebook | 8 notes from Nashville ahead of Round 1
'Adams reiterated the Sabres' interest in re-signing forward Tyson Jost, who is a pending restricted free agent. "We've talked to [Jost's representatives] for the last number of weeks about how he's someone we'd love to have back and the ball's in his court a little bit now," Adams said.' … [Read more...] about Draft Notebook | 8 notes from Nashville ahead of Round 1
Sabres announce 2023-24 regular-season schedule
'The team's longest homestand of the season will take place from January 9 through January 20 (against Seattle, Ottawa, Vancouver, San Jose, Chicago and Tampa Bay).' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2023-24 regular-season schedule
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Ethan Prow: Season in review (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jun 27, 2023
Mike Harrington: Sabres start draft week by celebrating Owen Power's rookie year, and the future is now
'The Sabres are cognizant about not running Power, Rasmus Dahlin and Mattias Samuelsson ragged next season. Power led all rookies this season in ice time per game at 23 minutes, 48 seconds – nearly two minutes more than anyone else. His average of 19:47 at 5-on-5 is the most by any rookie since the NHL began tracking the stat in 2009-10.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres start draft week by celebrating Owen Power’s rookie year, and the future is now
Sabres re-sign Amerks defenseman Jeremy Davies to two-way deal
'Davies would make $775,000 in the NHL under the deal. He made $325,000 this season in Rochester, and Capfriendly.com reported Monday night he earned a nice bump to $425,000 in the AHL for next year after playing 80 games for the Amerks — 66 in the regular season and all 14 in Rochester’s playoff run to Game 6 of the American Hockey League’s Eastern Conference finals. The … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Amerks defenseman Jeremy Davies to two-way deal
Inside the Sabres: Kevyn Adams' three drafts as GM dotted with early success stories
'Here’s a look at each player the Sabres have selected since 2020...'. … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Kevyn Adams’ three drafts as GM dotted with early success stories
How Kevin Devine became 'the ultimate asset' for Sabres' scouting staff
'Twenty-four years later, Devine is the longest-tenured employee in Sabres hockey operations. He’s held four job titles, in addition to his current role as an amateur scout based in Prince Edward Island: pro scout, director of amateur scouting, assistant general manager and director of player personnel. He’s worked for multiple owners and four general managers.' … [Read more...] about How Kevin Devine became ‘the ultimate asset’ for Sabres’ scouting staff
Sabres bring back Rochester Amerks D Jeremy Davies on one-year contract
'The 5-foot-11, 180-pound Davies enjoyed another stellar offensive season, recording 23 points in 66 games. He ranked eighth among AHL defensemen in goals scored. His 90 penalty minutes also led the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring back Rochester Amerks D Jeremy Davies on one-year contract
Team USA star Gabe Perreault could be intriguing NHL Draft choice for Sabres
'He possesses an array of skills. But his elite hockey sense helps make him a coveted prospect. He thinks the game on a higher level than most youngsters.' … [Read more...] about Team USA star Gabe Perreault could be intriguing NHL Draft choice for Sabres
Power becomes 10th player in Sabres history to be selected to NHL’s All-Rookie team
'Power became just the 10th player in franchise history to be selected to the league’s All-Rookie team, the first since Victor Olofsson in 2020, and also finished third in the voting for the Calder Memorial Trophy, awarded to the NHL’s Rookie of the Year. Power’s former college teammate at the University of Michigan, Matty Beniers, won the award.' … [Read more...] about Power becomes 10th player in Sabres history to be selected to NHL’s All-Rookie team