Archives for June 26, 2008

'“[Two years ago] I was a younger guy trying to make an impression and now I’m a veteran in this camp, believe it or not,” said Kaleta. “I just want [the prospects] to have the best time they can here.”' … [Read more...] about Kaleta: A big hit at Dev-Camp

'What is surprising about the blueliner, however, is the footwork he possesses and the strong strides that almost seem to defy his large frame. “I find it to be one of my bigger strengths,” Myers said. “My dad was my first teacher and he always told me that as a bigger guy you have to be able to skate if you want to make it anywhere in hockey. That’s … [Read more...] about Myers taking strides

'What are you trying to get out of this camp? “I’m just looking to get my skills shaper, meet the other prospects and other guys who are also competing for spots. It’s always fun to come out here and play the game. A camp like this really helps you get into shape and start your summer off on the right note. You’ve got to come back in August, so right … [Read more...] about Q&A with Nathan Gerbe

'"Obviously, we are happy for Justin and it's good for the program with the exposure it gives," said MSU men's hockey coach Troy Jutting. "Now he needs to come here and hopefully develop the way that we think he can and the way that Buffalo thinks he can."' … [Read more...] about Justin Jokinen

'Enroth feels he’s ready, which is why he signed a three-year, $1.9 million deal with the Sabres last month. There was nothing else to learn in Europe, where he led the Swedish league with a 2.13 goals-against average. “It felt like I played well in two good seasons at home,” Enroth said. “I feel like I had to make the next step.”' … [Read more...] about Enroth takes steps forward

'It was evident in the draft, when Buffalo went for a lot of tall teenagers who might make an impact in the latter stages of an Obama administration. Otherwise, it’s the same collection of softies who missed the playoffs last season, a year after winning the President’s Trophy.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have some work to do

'“I wasn’t sure about him,” said John Adams of Niagara Falls. “But he can really skate, for being that big (6-foot-7).”' … [Read more...] about Team opens development camp at Niagara University