'We’ve watched O’Reilly, Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart all win Cups. Reinhart, in fact, can win his second Tuesday night in Florida in Game 6 of the final against Edmonton. There were all different reasons to trade them, but the biggest ultimately is the Sabres don’t win and simply don’t know how to build a culture to get to that point. They can’t let Peterka be the next one.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres should keep reminding JJ Peterka he’s part of the solution
The Sabres Report - Jun 17, 2025
Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin to play for Sweden in 2026 Olympics
'The IIHF and the 12 countries that have qualified for the Olympics in men’s hockey announced their first six players for rosters Monday. The remainder of the rosters will be announced at a later date.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin to play for Sweden in 2026 Olympics
Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin named to Team Sweden’s Olympic roster
'Former Sabres forwards Jack Eichel (Team USA), Zemgus Girgensons (Team Latvia) and Sam Reinhart (Team Canada) were also named to preliminary rosters.' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin named to Team Sweden’s Olympic roster
Rasmus Dahlin selected as part of first six players for Sweden for 2026 Winter Olympics
'Dahlin wasn’t treated very well during the 4-Nations Face-Off this past February, as he saw no time on special teams and didn’t play in either overtime game they played.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin selected as part of first six players for Sweden for 2026 Winter Olympics
Dahlin selected to Sweden's 2026 Olympic roster
'Dahlin, Buffalo’s 25-year-old captain, boasts plenty of international experience, including two games at the 2018 Olympics in PyeongChang. The Lidkoping, Sweden, native also competed in two IIHF World Junior Championships in 2017 and 2018, the former coming as a 16-year-old. He played at the IIHF World Championship in 2022 and 2024, recording 16 points (4+12) across 18 total … [Read more...] about Dahlin selected to Sweden’s 2026 Olympic roster
The Sabres Report - Jun 13, 2025
Sabres first-round pick Konsta Helenius named to AHL's Top Prospects team
'Helenius played virtually all of the season as an 18-year-old before turning 19 on May 11. He had 14 goals and 21 assists for 35 points in 65 regular-season games, and added three goals and three assists in eight playoff games as the Amerks pushed their season to Game 5 of the North Division finals before losing to Laval.' … [Read more...] about Sabres first-round pick Konsta Helenius named to AHL’s Top Prospects team
First-round defensemen | Potential options for Sabres with No. 9 pick
'After Matthew Schaefer, who’s widely projected to the Islanders with the No. 1 pick, here are some of the top blueliners available in this year’s draft and everything you need to know about them.' … [Read more...] about First-round defensemen | Potential options for Sabres with No. 9 pick
The Sabres Report - Jun 12, 2025
Sabres roundtable: Potential additions at forward, Jarmo Kekalainen’s initial impact
'Drafting hasn’t been a weakness of this front office. Identifying and acquiring current NHL talent has. And that’s why you bring in a longtime former NHL GM to augment this hockey department. It’s why one was needed a long time ago, but ownership’s “efficiency” concerns prevented it.' … [Read more...] about Sabres roundtable: Potential additions at forward, Jarmo Kekalainen’s initial impact
Strong rookie season with Rochester earns Sabres pick Konsta Helenius spot on AHL’s Top Prospects Team
'Despite being the AHL’s youngest regular player, Helenius, who turned 19 on May 11, ranked fifth on the Amerks in goals and eighth in points. He made an impact in the Calder Cup Playoffs, scoring three goals and six points in eight outings.' … [Read more...] about Strong rookie season with Rochester earns Sabres pick Konsta Helenius spot on AHL’s Top Prospects Team
Helenius named to 2024-25 AHL Top Prospects Team
'Helenius turned 19 in May and was the youngest regular in the AHL this season, recording 35 points (14+21) across 65 games as a rookie with the Amerks. That scoring came in bunches, including a four-game goal streak to begin November and five goals in five games to conclude the regular season. He added six points (3+3) – tied for fifth most on the team – during Rochester’s … [Read more...] about Helenius named to 2024-25 AHL Top Prospects Team
The Sabres Report - Jun 11, 2025
First-round forwards | Potential options for Sabres with No. 9 pick
'The following prospects are each projected in the early to middle part of the first round. Here’s what you need to know and what the experts – the players themselves, too – had to say.' … [Read more...] about First-round forwards | Potential options for Sabres with No. 9 pick
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks hosting celebration of life in honor of Hall of Famer Scott Metcalfe Friday (Amerks.com) Scott Metcalfe: Protector of the shield (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jun 10, 2025
Does Buffalo get first-round billing? NHL combine participants make their picks
'“It seems like a super-cool place,” said Jackson Smith, a a defenseman from Tri-City of the Western Hockey League, who is projected as a first-round pick. “I walked around a little bit and went to get a bite to eat. And on an Uber ride, when I went to dinner, out with Vancouver, the Uber driver gave us, basically, a whole rundown of the city, so I got to learn a little bit … [Read more...] about Does Buffalo get first-round billing? NHL combine participants make their picks
The Sabres Report - Jun 9, 2025
Sabres get look at potential picks as the NHL draft approaches
'If the Sabres stand firm at No. 9, here is a look at five potential prospects who participated in the combine and went through physical testing Saturday at LECOM Harborcenter, and what they could bring to the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres get look at potential picks as the NHL draft approaches
Inside the NHL: Here's two defensemen Sabres should consider with their top pick
'Aitcheson is as tough as he is effervescent, and is as willing to stand up for himself or a teammate as he is to carry on a conversation with someone. The 6-foot-1½ defenseman from Barrie of the Ontario Hockey League tied with teammate Riley Patterson, a center, for the Colts’ scoring lead this season. Aitcheson scored 26 goals with 33 assists in 64 games, including nine … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Here’s two defensemen Sabres should consider with their top pick