'The veteran forward is remarkably consistent, typically coming in at around 10 goals per season if healthy, and is capable of taking on primarily defensive-focused matchups. In 2022-23, Girgensons began just 41.6 percent of his shifts in the offensive zone, showing just how much Sabres coach Don Granato trusts the Latvian winger in his own end.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Zemgus Girgensons to one-year extension
The Sabres Report - Jun 21, 2023
Sabres re-sign forward Zemgus Girgensons to one-year deal
'This past season saw Girgensons remain healthy for the longest stretch of games in his career. He managed to play 80 of 82 possible games, scoring 10 goals and eight assists for 18 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign forward Zemgus Girgensons to one-year deal
Sabres re-sign forward Lukas Rousek to two-year deal
'After recovering from offseason knee surgery last season, the Czech winger played 19 regular season games with the Rochester Americans, scoring a goal and adding three assists for four points. In the playoffs, though, Rousek showed his potential with six points (2+4) in 10 games played.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign forward Lukas Rousek to two-year deal
Sabres and forward Zemgus Girgensons reach agreement on one-year deal worth $2.5 million
'Girgensons is the longest tenured player on the Sabres roster. And in the 2022-2023 season he amassed 18 points while playing a vital role in the line primarily composed of himself, captain Kyle Okposo and Peyton Krebs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres and forward Zemgus Girgensons reach agreement on one-year deal worth $2.5 million
Zemgus Girgensons, Lukas Rousek re-sign with Sabres
'Rousek was a pending restricted free agent after completing his two-year entry level contract. From the Czech Republic, he played two games for Buffalo last season, and scored a goal and an assist in his NHL debut. The 2019 sixth-round pick spent the rest of the season in the minors, where Rousek led AHL Rochester with 40 assists and 56 points in 70 games.' … [Read more...] about Zemgus Girgensons, Lukas Rousek re-sign with Sabres
Sabres sign Girgensons, Rousek
'Sabres GM Kevyn Adams had made it clear he wanted Girgensons back. The fact that Girgensons agreed to sign a one-year contract rather than hit the open market suggests he very much wanted to return.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Girgensons, Rousek
Sabres sign Girgensons to 1-year contract
'Girgensons, 29, is the longest-tenured Sabres player with 625 games played spanning 10 seasons, the past two of which he has spent as an alternate captain. He expressed his desire to remain with the organization during his end-of-season press conference in March.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Girgensons to 1-year contract
Rousek returns on 2-year contract
'The Buffalo Sabres have signed forward Lukas Rousek to a two-year contract with an average annual value of $775,000, the team announced Tuesday evening.' … [Read more...] about Rousek returns on 2-year contract
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Brandon Biro: Season in review (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jun 20, 2023
Mike Harrington: Sabres' goalie dilemma can be helped by not resting on making move for defense
'Easy mandate: Trade for a defenseman and keep an eye on the goalie market. But there’s no need to panic over a Levi-Luukkonen tandem either.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres’ goalie dilemma can be helped by not resting on making move for defense
Report: Michael Peca leaves Rochester Amerks for job with Rangers
'Peca, a popular former Sabres captain and center, has strong ties to Laviolette, who was named the Rangers’ new coach last week.' … [Read more...] about Report: Michael Peca leaves Rochester Amerks for job with Rangers
Michael Peca is leaving Rochester to join the New York Rangers coaching staff
'Last season, Buffalo was the fifth worst penalty killing team in the NHL and the seventh worst defensive team giving up 3.62 goals per game. It’s not known if the Sabres tried to keep Peca by offering him a job on Granato’s staff. Peca played for new Rangers coach Laviolette when they were with the Islanders.' … [Read more...] about Michael Peca is leaving Rochester to join the New York Rangers coaching staff
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Tyson Kozak: Season in review (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jun 19, 2023
Sabres mailbag: How much will it cost to sign Owen Power to a long-term contract?
'If Power prefers a bridge contract before a long-term agreement, the Sabres could offer something like the three-year, $18 million deal Dahlin signed in 2021. A shorter contract would give Power time to position himself for a more lucrative long-term agreement. After all, he’s bound to produce more points because he quarterbacks the Sabres’ second power-play unit and isn’t … [Read more...] about Sabres mailbag: How much will it cost to sign Owen Power to a long-term contract?
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Filip Cederqvist: Season in review … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage