Amerks ready for game three against powered up Crunch (WROC-TV) Amerks looking to take over Syracuse (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Mike Harrington: For now, Sabres need to forget about titles and get their Andy Dalton moment
'Ruff’s troops need to get into the postseason, take some five-game loss in Round 1 and then we can all get on to the process of aiming toward much longer hockey springs around here. And he’ll be a hero. You might argue that’s a pretty low standard to have and you’re right. But that’s simply the reality of where this organization is.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: For now, Sabres need to forget about titles and get their Andy Dalton moment
By end of difficult season, Sabres’ Tage Thompson became elite scorer again
'To wit: in his final 28 games, he recorded 14 goals and 27 points. He often performed dynamically over his last 18 outings, scoring 11 goals and 21 points.' … [Read more...] about By end of difficult season, Sabres’ Tage Thompson became elite scorer again
Ruff: 'You've got to get comfortable being uncomfortable'
'"I think that's probably the area I've most grown, how hard you can push and how hard you can go," said Ruff on Tuesday during an appearance on the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on WGR. "I think the players, myself, Kevyn, we really have to stay connected in the direction we're trying to go, in the direction we're trying to get each individual too. Understanding that each player will … [Read more...] about Ruff: ‘You’ve got to get comfortable being uncomfortable’
Noah Ostlund thrown right into Calder Cup Playoffs with Amerks
'Ostlund seems to be learning fast in just four AHL games played. "It’s a good confidence. I’ve been playing better and better," said Ostlund earlier this week.' … [Read more...] about Noah Ostlund thrown right into Calder Cup Playoffs with Amerks
'He's always fighting' | Quinn showed growth despite limited playing time in 2023-24
'“It was great to be back in the lineup for myself and, you know, try to help the team win,” Quinn said. “And I think we’re really close to being a really good team in this league, and we’re gonna do everything we can to be there next year.”' … [Read more...] about ‘He’s always fighting’ | Quinn showed growth despite limited playing time in 2023-24
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks lean on last year’s comeback against Syracuse ahead of game 3 (WHEC-TV) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Mike Harrington: Playoff runs by Amerks create a wild mix of experiences for Sabres' prospects
'Take Monday’s off day for rest and recovery. Don’t get too high. Don’t get too low. Battle through adversity, like the blown 2-0 leads in both games. And Game 3 will be another good test after the Amerks got hosed in OT on Sunday with a phantom icing call. It produced a lost defensive zone faceoff that resulted in Syracuse’s winning goal.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Playoff runs by Amerks create a wild mix of experiences for Sabres’ prospects
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks observations: Devon Levi stellar again, but Syracuse evens series with OT win (Buffalo News) Amerks fall to Crunch in OT to even series. Did 'terrible call' cost them the game? (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Faceoffs, tips doom Rochester in loss; Devon Levi shines for Amerks (Olean Times Herald) The Amerks blow another two-goal lead, but this time it led to a loss … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
Inside the NHL: Sabres alums 'pumped' for Lindy Ruff to get his second chance here
'“Honestly not surprised at all, put it that way,” Vanek said on the After the Whistle podcast with ex-Sabres Andrew Peters and Craig Rivet. “I did see some of the comments that Kevyn (GM Kevyn Adams) made at the end of the year. And it sounded to me like he already knew who he was going to hire the way he was talking. It sounded a lot like Lindy. I think he’s going to get a … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Sabres alums ‘pumped’ for Lindy Ruff to get his second chance here
Sabres notes: Will Lindy Ruff have input in trades, other roster decisions?
'“No decisions are made in a vacuum,” Adams said Tuesday during Ruff’s re-introduction as coach in the KeyBank Center pavilion. “I’ve said that multiple times. It’s my style, first of all, to surround myself with people that are really challenging me. I always talk to our staff, it’s not about being right, it’s about getting it right. So we need to get it right."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Will Lindy Ruff have input in trades, other roster decisions?
‘He’s fearless’ | Benson and teammates reflect on his rookie season
'“I mean, it was a crazy year for me. You know, coming to camp, not too sure what’s gonna go on,” he said. “It was definitely a hectic year and one I'll never forget. It was pretty awesome to play with this group of guys. It was a dream come true to play my first year in the NHL."' … [Read more...] about ‘He’s fearless’ | Benson and teammates reflect on his rookie season
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Sabres prospect Devon Levi dazzles in playoff debut as Rochester grabs lead (Olean Times Herald) Levi, three young Swedes lead Amerks to Game 1 win over Crunch (WGR-AM) Amerks open playoffs with win over Syracuse (WROC-TV) Rochester rallies at pregame party as Amerks glide to victory (WHAM-TV) 'Answer chaos with chaos' | Levi makes 35 saves to win AHL playoff debut … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres Mailbag: How can Kevyn Adams and Lindy Ruff improve the roster?
'Trading for a top-six winger is a more realistic option for the Sabres because the cost of signing one in free agency is likely untenable for their long-term salary cap, although Patrick Kane may be an outlier. The 35-year-old won’t command a lucrative long-term contract but would immediately upgrade the club’s forward group. The South Buffalo native had 20 goals and 47 points … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: How can Kevyn Adams and Lindy Ruff improve the roster?
Rochester rookie Nikita Novikov looks like special Sabres defense prospect
'“You don’t see a lot of 20-year-old defensemen put up those numbers not on the power play,” said Nathan Paetsch, the Amerks’ assistant coach in charge of the defense. “It’s pretty rare. That’s just his instincts are really high-end offensively. He just sees plays.”' … [Read more...] about Rochester rookie Nikita Novikov looks like special Sabres defense prospect