'It was Botterill, remember, who didn’t want to give Reinhart a long-term contract when Reinhart was interested in signing one with the team, and it’s never really surfaced whether that was the GM acting on his hockey instincts or following orders of owner Terry Pegula.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Panthers’ latest Stanley Cup victory is another entry to list of Sabres what-ifs
The Sabres Report - Jun 19, 2025
Sabres to host development camp June 30-July 3
'The four-day development camp will begin with on-ice sessions at 1:30 p.m. June 30, 9 a.m. July 1 and 10:30 a.m. July 2. The camp will conclude with a 3-on-3 tournament that begins at 9:30 a.m. July 3.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host development camp June 30-July 3
Sabres to hold 2025 development camp for prospects starting June 30
'The on-ice session sessions are free and open to the public.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to hold 2025 development camp for prospects starting June 30
Sabres to hold Development Camp June 30 through July 3
'This camp gives fans the opportunity to see many of the young college players and others the Sabres have drafted over the last few years.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to hold Development Camp June 30 through July 3
Sabres to hold 2025 Development Camp from June 30 through July 3
'A collection of Sabres prospects will gather in Buffalo for workouts, practices and a scrimmage. All on-ice sessions are free and open to the public.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to hold 2025 Development Camp from June 30 through July 3
The Sabres Report - Jun 18, 2025
Rachel Lenzi: 10 thoughts on the NHL’s Olympics first six selections
'Was Tage Thompson’s absence an oversight or a snub? Neither, but it’s worth the argument, given that he led all American-born players in goals (44) this season – higher than Jake Guentzel (41), Alex Tuch (36) or Auston Matthews (33).' … [Read more...] about Rachel Lenzi: 10 thoughts on the NHL’s Olympics first six selections
Peterka gave no indication back in April that he was unhappy with Sabres
'In his "32 Thoughts" podcast, Friedman says the Sabres don’t want to trade Peterka, but now are, at least, willing to listen to interested teams. Friedman adds Peterka hasn’t softened his stance. "It’s the reality of the situation," said Friedman. "People know Peterka is unhappy, and it’s believed he would like to go somewhere else. And I just think that reality is sinking in … [Read more...] about Peterka gave no indication back in April that he was unhappy with Sabres
The Sabres Report - Jun 17, 2025
Mike Harrington: Sabres should keep reminding JJ Peterka he's part of the solution
'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
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