'The 21-year-old right winger settled into life as an NHL regular during his first full season with 14 goals and 22 assists. Representing one-third of the Sabres "kids line" that was full of youth, energy and excitement, Quinn teamed up with Dylan Cozens (22 years old) and JJ Peterka (21 years old) for extended stretches this season.' … [Read more...] about Skill, intelligence pushed Quinn through rookie season
The Sabres Report - May 18, 2023
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Jiri Kulich, Isak Rosen help Rochester punch ticket to AHL conference finals (Buffalo News) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) Amerks rout Marlies to sweep Calder Cup North Division series (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Photo gallery (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks stay hot, sweep Marlies as Jiri Kulich extends goal streak (Olean Times Herald) Amerks headed to … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - May 17, 2023
Q&A: Sabres' Jason Karmanos on how Rochester Amerks have won while developing players
'That's part of our setup here that we're really proud of. Nick Craven, our strength and conditioning coach here in Rochester, is really great. He does a tremendous job. It's a big part of what we tried to do. I'm kind of a broken record on this, but it's worth saying over and over and over again, both up top with Donny Granato and down here with Seth Appert, we have two … [Read more...] about Q&A: Sabres’ Jason Karmanos on how Rochester Amerks have won while developing players
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Rochester’s Mason Jobst emerges as player critical to Amerks’ success (Olean Times Herald) Marlies on brink, but Woll, McMann back at the rink (Toronto Sun) Joseph Woll might be the Maple Leafs’ goalie of the future. But first he’s closing off a chapter of his past (Toronto Star) Amerks maintain focus ahead of Game 3 (Amerks.com) Toronto Marlies Visit Rochester Americans In … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - May 16, 2023
Tage Thompson's season was another big step forward, but Sabres' No. 1 center insists there's more to come
'"It's definitely a good feeling," he said. "To know the goals I set all season for myself individually that I met and surpassed is nice. Now, it just gives me another bar to chase for next year, and to continue to push and see how much better I can get."' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson’s season was another big step forward, but Sabres’ No. 1 center insists there’s more to come
After taste of NHL, Sabres goalie Devon Levi returns to school, plays for Canada
'“Very seldom do you see a goaltender go right from college to the NHL and play meaningful games,” Keefe told the Times Herald. “It’s one thing if the games weren’t meaningful. They were.”' … [Read more...] about After taste of NHL, Sabres goalie Devon Levi returns to school, plays for Canada
Jack Quinn's shootout goal leads Canada past Slovakia
'Quinn did win Monday’s game against Slovakia at the World Championship thanks to his shootout winner in the eighth round. Quinn shot first and missed, but once you get past the first five shooters, you are able to shoot again. On his second attempt, he made no mistake.' … [Read more...] about Jack Quinn’s shootout goal leads Canada past Slovakia
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks can sweep out Toronto in Game 3 of AHL North Division Finals: Here's what to know (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Duffer: Rosen has fueled Amerks' power play during playoff run (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - May 14, 2023
Inside the NHL: Leafs' demise is latest Atlantic Division news item that has to leave Sabres smirking
'But the best thing, the most entertaining thing – and, frankly, the most hilarious thing – happened Friday night. The Toronto Maple Leafs are toast again, sent packing in overtime of Game 5 by the Panthers in a series that saw them fail miserably after oddsmakers had branded them the Cup favorite following the triumph over Tampa that gave them a first-round win for the first … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Leafs’ demise is latest Atlantic Division news item that has to leave Sabres smirking
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Jiri Kulich adds to goal streak, Joe Cecconi scores to give Amerks 2-0 series lead (Buffalo News) Flurry of goals in second period key Amerks' 7-4 victory over Marlies in AHL playoffs (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Jiri Kulich extends goal streak, six other Amerks score in win over Marlies (Olean Times Herald) Strong second period propels Amerks to 7-4 win in Game 2 … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - May 13, 2023
Dylan Cozens looking to improve on breakout season
'“Since then, we’re just getting better and better,” said Cozens. “And this past year was really good, just a point out of making playoffs. We’re making strides and really going in the right direction. So that’s what matters.”' … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens looking to improve on breakout season
Alex Tuch leads Team USA past Finland
'Tuch was dangerous throughout this game for the Americans. He almost pounced on a puck just laying in the crease, which would’ve given him three goals.' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch leads Team USA past Finland
'He's got it all' | Tuch's growth drove Sabres on path to success
'"He can shoot when you don't think he's going to shoot," defenseman Rasmus Dahlin said. "He can deke and pass. I feel like he's got it all."' … [Read more...] about ‘He’s got it all’ | Tuch’s growth drove Sabres on path to success
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
After stint with Sabres, Lawrence Pilut becomes elite defenseman for Amerks (Olean Times Herald) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - May 12, 2023
Alex Tuch, Devon Levi among Sabres competing at World Championships
'"That's something that I’m really proud to say is this is going to be the first time that my brother and I are going to play on the same hockey team together," Alex, an alternate captain for Team USA, told reporters in Buffalo on locker cleanout day last month. "We’re six years apart. We’re very close, but who knows if we’ll ever be able to do it again? The opportunity … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch, Devon Levi among Sabres competing at World Championships