'Both said they felt good on the ice after practice, and it sounds like from what they said along with Ruff's post-practice comments, if there are no setbacks from practice, they’ll play the home opener on Thursday against the Los Angeles Kings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres get good news on injury front Wednesday
The Sabres Report - Oct 10, 2024
Opinion: Five bold predictions for 2024-25 Sabres season
'Rasmus Dahlin is still going to be relied upon as the No. 1 defenseman, but Power will grow exponentially in his third full season with the Sabres as the No. 2 guy. And if Dahlin happens to struggle with injuries or his on-ice play, Ruff should be able to rely on a guy like Power to take some of those minutes and situations (not to say Dahlin is going to lose his edge or … [Read more...] about Opinion: Five bold predictions for 2024-25 Sabres season
Sabres wingers JJ Peterka, Zach Benson return to practice, could play in home opener
'JJ Peterka and Zach Benson both practiced Wednesday after missing part of the past week with injuries. If they feel well following Thursday morning’s skate, both are expected to be in the lineup against the Los Angeles Kings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres wingers JJ Peterka, Zach Benson return to practice, could play in home opener
Practice Report | Lineup news and injury updates ahead of the home opener
'JJ Peterka and Zach Benson were back on the ice for practice with the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center on Wednesday, the first session for both forwards since they sustained injuries during the team’s NHL Global Series games in Prague, Czechia last week.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Lineup news and injury updates ahead of the home opener
Revamped concessions, KeyBank Center upgrades to debut with Thursday’s Home Opener
'“I haven’t been through a hockey season yet. We’re going to spend this first month evaluating everything. We’re going to continue to listen to fan feedback. We’re going to get on the road and go to other buildings and bring back as many great ideas as we can.”' … [Read more...] about Revamped concessions, KeyBank Center upgrades to debut with Thursday’s Home Opener
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Rochester Americans: Puck pressure a focus heading into 2024-25 season (WHEC-TV) Amerks announce 2024-25 leadership group (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Oct 9, 2024
In return home from Europe, Sabres put in lots of extra time on power play prep
'Some of it was by necessity, with injuries knocking JJ Peterka and Zach Benson out of the lineup and thus off the power play Saturday. But there’s urgency to fix this part of the Sabres’ game heading into Thursday’s home opener against the Los Angeles Kings. Buffalo was 29th in the NHL last season and did itself no favors at the start of this campaign.' … [Read more...] about In return home from Europe, Sabres put in lots of extra time on power play prep
Sabres Notebook: Timetable for Nicolas Aube-Kubel's return is 3-6 weeks after injury in Prague
'“Big loss because that line we really like,” Ruff said. “That line was great energy with scoring goals, was the type of line that I think almost any team would embrace when you’re putting a fourth line out that’s physical. ... heavy on the body, had some massive hits in the preseason. Even had massive hits inside those games (in Prague). So it’s a loss. You deal with it. … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Timetable for Nicolas Aube-Kubel’s return is 3-6 weeks after injury in Prague
New videoboard just the beginning of revamping KeyBank Center
'That effort will be a big part of what phase two of upgrades will look like. At this point, the team is still auditing the building and evaluating the “street to seat” experience, Guelli said.' … [Read more...] about New videoboard just the beginning of revamping KeyBank Center
Sabres focused on fixing power play: ‘Going to be great’
'In losing their first two games this season to the New Jersey Devils in Prague, Czechia, the Sabres’ power play went scoreless in six tries. If that’s a harbinger for the season, the Sabres, of course, are in deep trouble. That’s why there’s so much urgency to fix it.' … [Read more...] about Sabres focused on fixing power play: ‘Going to be great’
Sabres injuries: Nicolas Aube-Kubel out long-term; JJ Peterka, Zach Benson day to day
'There is, however, some good news. Ruff said wingers JJ Peterka (concussion) and Zach Benson (lower body) are considered day to day after suffering injuries in Prague, Czechia.' … [Read more...] about Sabres injuries: Nicolas Aube-Kubel out long-term; JJ Peterka, Zach Benson day to day
The Yukon’s remote fresh waters are producing NHL-caliber talent in Dylan Cozens and Gavin McKenna
'“We’re seeing more and more competitive players come out of there, so it’s really awesome to see,” said Cozens, who is 23. “I think I put Yukon on the map, but Gavin’s going to really put it on the map.”' … [Read more...] about The Yukon’s remote fresh waters are producing NHL-caliber talent in Dylan Cozens and Gavin McKenna
Power play was focus of Sabres' practice on Tuesday
'"Trying to generate a little more speed, and get connected on the entries, because we felt disconnected and didn’t make the next play," said Ruff following Tuesday's practice.' … [Read more...] about Power play was focus of Sabres’ practice on Tuesday
Ruff looking to bring enthusiasm on home ice after leaving 'too many big plays' in Europe
'"I don't think it was that big a challenge. Your practice schedule kind of stays the same. Obviously, you're not in your building, but that part of putting together a plan for the week was fairly normal," said Ruff during his weekly appearance on the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on WGR. "You go back to Game 1, and probably the part I would like to see better was we had some really … [Read more...] about Ruff looking to bring enthusiasm on home ice after leaving ‘too many big plays’ in Europe
Here are the new food and drinks you can get at KeyBank Center during Buffalo Sabres games
'The Sabres said one of the goals this offseason was to elevate the fan experience on the 300 level and offer the same popular food and drinks that are available on the 100 level. Four concession stands on the 300 level were renovated as part of this effort. They will feature fan-favorite concepts and menu items previously only available on the first level: the Coca-Cola Stand, … [Read more...] about Here are the new food and drinks you can get at KeyBank Center during Buffalo Sabres games