'Nadeau, 20, tallied 46 points (22+24) in 34 regular-season games with Gatineau after missing the start of the season due to shoulder surgery. He added 15 points (7+8) in 13 contests during the Olympiques' playoff run, which ended with a loss in the league semifinals last week.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Nadeau to Rochester
The Sabres Report - May 9, 2023
Dunleavy: Looking back at top Sabres highlights from 2022-23
'At the rink, I need to thank the players who wore the Sabres jersey this past season. I spent time chatting with some core members of the team and told them how much they meant to me in my first full play-by-play season in any sport. Without the amazing season from these men, I don't know how I would have been received.' … [Read more...] about Dunleavy: Looking back at top Sabres highlights from 2022-23
The Sabres Report - May 8, 2023
Inside the NHL: Where do the Sabres want Connor Bedard to land (or not land)?
'The Sabres are in the lottery but can't get Bedard under the current rules. Repeating: The Sabres can't get Bedard. They're No. 13 with a 2% chance of "winning" the lottery – but a victory would only allow them to move up 10 spots to No. 3 under changes passed in 2021. That means only the top 11 teams in the lottery can get No. 1. Ottawa (2.5%), Pittsburgh (1.5%), Nashville … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Where do the Sabres want Connor Bedard to land (or not land)?
The Sabres Report - May 7, 2023
Can the Sabres add an impactful, top-four defenseman this summer?
'The Sabres need another option, particularly one who can skate on the first or second defense pair. They went 9-15-3 without Samuelsson in the lineup, compared to 33-18-4 when he played.' … [Read more...] about Can the Sabres add an impactful, top-four defenseman this summer?
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks survive playoff scare, eliminate Crunch with Lawrence Pilut's OT winner (Buffalo News) Amerks blow big lead but regroup and beat Crunch in overtime (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Lawrence Pilut, Sabres prospects help Amerks advance in Calder Cup Playoffs (Olean Times Herald) Opinon: Rochester advances after Lawrence Pilut's overtime goal won the series against … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - May 6, 2023
Sabres trio of Devon Levi, Jack Quinn and Peyton Krebs joining Team Canada for World Championships
'Levi will be joined on Team Canada by Buffalo forwards Jack Quinn and Peyton Krebs. The tournament begins May 12 and runs through May 28.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trio of Devon Levi, Jack Quinn and Peyton Krebs joining Team Canada for World Championships
Will the Sabres find the right approach, personnel for their penalty kill?
'Too often, the Sabres appeared tentative when trying to defend. Forwards weren’t quick enough to close. Other teams were able to fire shots from the point to create chaos in front of the net. Buffalo ranked 30th in the NHL in shot attempts allowed per 60 minutes on the penalty kill, according to Evolving-Hockey. No team in the bottom 12 qualified for the playoffs. Only four … [Read more...] about Will the Sabres find the right approach, personnel for their penalty kill?
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Sabres prospect Isak Rosen catching fire for Amerks in playoffs (Olean Times Herald) Sabres prospect Noah Ostlund joins Amerks following Swedish season (Olean Times Herald) Rosen, Rochester ready for Game 5 (Amerks.com) Game Preview: Amerks meet Crunch tonight in winner-take-all Game 5 (Amerks.com) North Division Semifinals Game 5: Crunch vs. Americans (SyracuseCrunch.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - May 5, 2023
Can Jordan Greenway realize his potential with the Sabres?
'It became clear speaking to Greenway that he’s motivated to prove that this season was an anomaly. He never recovered from missing 16 of 18 games at the start and quickly fell out of favor with the Minnesota Wild, who traded him to the Sabres on deadline day in March for second- and fifth-round draft picks.' … [Read more...] about Can Jordan Greenway realize his potential with the Sabres?
After season of massive growth, Sabres’ Dylan Cozens can reach higher level
'“You put things in front of him and he internalizes it, and he’s still young,” Granato said. “He has incredible attributes of speed and quickness that he’s still not using quite efficiently as he can and will."' … [Read more...] about After season of massive growth, Sabres’ Dylan Cozens can reach higher level
Owen Power improved a lot during rookie campaign with Sabres
'Head coach Don Granato showed a lot of confidence with the 20-year-old by putting him out against the other team’s best players. You could see Power’s confidence grow, because he was playing and, for the most part, playing well in all situations.' … [Read more...] about Owen Power improved a lot during rookie campaign with Sabres
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Win or go home: Youthful Amerks learning on the fly as they take on Crunch in Game 5 (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks stick to routine in preparation for Game 5 (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - May 4, 2023
Are Peyton Krebs, Jack Quinn and JJ Peterka the keys to Sabres taking another step?
'“I was excited to get them in this position where they can gain experience,” Granato said, reflecting on the three forwards. “And I think it's significant and huge. I am very excited at how much they're going to improve right now until the start of next year. And we've seen it. I know it sounds ridiculous, but it's about the closest thing to fact. We watched these guys, they … [Read more...] about Are Peyton Krebs, Jack Quinn and JJ Peterka the keys to Sabres taking another step?
Sabres rookie defenseman Owen Power named finalist for Calder Trophy
'The winner between Power, Seattle Kraken center Matty Beniers and Edmonton Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner will be announced at the awards show in Nashville on June 26.', … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie defenseman Owen Power named finalist for Calder Trophy
Source: Sabres prospect Noah Ostlund to report to Rochester Americans
'Ostlund, 19, isn't expected to play with the Amerks if they advance to the next round because he's dealing with a bothersome foot injury that forced him to miss playoff games with his club in Sweden, Djurgardens IF, a source said. The Sabres want their doctors to examine Ostlund before the two sides begin to discuss their plans for where he will play next season.' … [Read more...] about Source: Sabres prospect Noah Ostlund to report to Rochester Americans