‘One aspect of the deal that could be holding up matters is that Reinhart, a player who may have once been perceived as a safe bet for a bridge contract, now seems a better bet on a long-term pact. While a short-term deal would have made sense prior, the benefits of a long-term deal, particularly with Reinhart seemingly unlocking his offense, are much greater. In saying that, however, the financials of such a deal are going to be difficult to iron out.’
The Sabres Report - August 19, 2018
The Sabres Report - August 17, 2018
Friday's Rochester Coverage ★
Amerks sign AHL veteran forward Wayne Simpson (Buffalo News)
Simpson agrees to one-year deal with Amerks (Amerks.com)
Andrew Stegehuis named Amerks Equipment Manager (Amerks.com)
The Sabres Report - August 16, 2018
Former teammate excited about Jeff Skinner's potential in Buffalo ★
‘”Jeff is one of the purest goal scorers in close around the net,” Boychuk said. “He’s had some up and down seasons but consistently puts up over 20 goals. He has a high ceiling and can create scoring chances by himself. In a few of his seasons he’s even putting up 20 goals from the third line, mixed in with a lot of power-play time …”‘
A Minnesota primary may hold interest for Sabres fans in Buffalo ★
‘Housley will face Senator Tina Smith, who was appointed to replace Franken after his resignation. Smith won Tuesday’s Democratic primary.’
Sabres coach's wife wins Minnesota GOP primary in race to fill Franken's old seat ★
‘Housley faced no major challengers when launching her campaign in the days after Franken announced his resignation over allegations of sexual misconduct.’
The Sabres Report - August 15, 2018
Sabres' Casey Nelson wants to earn roster spot with his play ★
‘”I’m aware of it certainly, but I’m not going to be thinking about the whole waiver thing,” Nelson said recently after a summer league game here in Da Beauty League. “I know it’s there, but I have to keep playing my game. I have to keep improving, keep playing confident on the ice and be a team guy to earn my spot.”‘
The Sabres Report - August 14, 2018
Despite buzz, Sabres get only five national broadcasts this season ★
‘The Sabres aren’t scheduled to get any games on NBC and will make only five scheduled appearances on cable’s NBCSN during the 2018-19 season despite the two channels carrying 109 games, the most since NBC earned the rights to the games in 2005.’
Sabres to appear on national TV five times in 2018-19 ★
‘The Buffalo Sabres will make five appearances on national television in 2018-19, the NHL announced today.’
The Sabres will be on national television five times ★
‘The first three games will be at home, including one against Auston Matthews and Toronto.’
The Sabres Report - August 12, 2018
Rasmus Dahlin throws out first pitch before Bisons game ★
‘Dahlin, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NHL draft, and Guerrero Jr., the No. 1 MLB prospect, talked and took a photo together on the field before the Bison’s game against Toledo at Coca-Cola Field.’