Archives for September 2012

'“There’s a lot of talent in the league, more than usual,” said Leggio, the Amerks team MVP a year ago. “I want to prove I’m right there with them, or better.”' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres prospects look to make their mark with Rochester Amerks

'“I spent my whole career here and had a lot of opportunities here,” the 27-year-old native of London, Ontario, said. “I had to leave. It happens. First time being an unrestricted free agent, you get some offers and you go where you think you’re going to get an opportunity.”' … [Read more...] about Mark Mancari back with Buffalo Sabres organization

'“You just hope there’s a deal done before Christmas, that’s for sure,” Foligno said Friday following the Amerks’ first on-ice camp session. “But for me, I’m excited to go down to Rochester and develop again. I’m still young. I’m only 21. I got a lot of years ahead of me.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres stuck in Rochester trying to embrace unique opportunity

'"I'm excited," Hodgson said. "We'll get some serious hockey going. The AHL's going to be a good league this year. Obviously, everyone wants the lockout to end and get the NHL going, but I'm excited to get started here."' … [Read more...] about Foligno, Hodgson happy to get started with Amerks

'“Marcus (Foligno), Luke (Adam), Cody Hodgson, you want to spend time with them,” Ruff said, “and we want to evaluate the young guys, too; guys like (Jerome) Gauthier-Leduc and (Mark) Pysyk.” At the same time, Ruff said he doesn’t want to be intruding on what Amerks coach Ron Rolston and assistants Chadd Cassidy and Chris Taylor are doing."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres’ brass will keep close watch on Rochester Amerks

'“It would be a change. It would be definitely fun,” Vanek said Thursday inside the Northtown Center after skating with about eight other Sabres. “But again, I would love to play here in Buffalo. I’m here with my family. We’re settled. That would be more exciting to me.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Vanek thinking about taking game home to Austria

'“It felt like I was busy. Now as a coach I really can identify with guys who don’t have a job and are struggling with what to do. It is a bit of a challenge.”' … [Read more...] about James Patrick has been locked out as player, coach

'All in all, the locked-out Buffalo Sabres say, their on-ice workouts haven't been bad. They've usually had 20 to 25 guys participate in their weekday sessions, enough for a decent scrimmage or a four-team, three-on-three tournament.' … [Read more...] about Sabres veterans set to practice on their own

'“I came out of there thinking, ‘Huh, this might take a while,’” Pominville said. “Now you start hearing guys saying the whole season might be lost and stuff like that. I’m still one of those that wants to stay optimistic we’ll get it done. Hopefully, it’s sooner than later. I wouldn’t be surprised if it takes a while.”' … [Read more...] about Locked-out Sabres pursuing new jobs

'As part of the sponsorship deal, the Sabres will put New Wave's name on the penalty boxes at the arena and the team's power play will be branded with the company's name within the arena and on Sabres broadcasts.' … [Read more...] about Energy supplier reaches deal to power Sabres

'"We cannot even begin to express our excitement to begin this endeavor with such an iconic and beloved Buffalo institution," said Ryan Lilley, Vice President of Business Development at New Wave Energy Corporation. "We have developed a strong reputation and affinity for prosperity and economic growth in Buffalo, and we felt that with the emerging Canalside projects and the … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres tap local energy firm to be its official electricity service provider

Rochester Americans sign five players to AHL contracts (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage

'“I’m not a coach, but I enjoy doing it,” said Peters, who is often aided by former Sabre Jay McKee. “I still have a good rapport with the guys.… It’s a lot of fun to be able to help out. I’m being serious about it. I know Jay’s being serious about it. I want to help contribute to these guys staying in shape during this lockout. This isn’t fun and games. This is serious.”' … [Read more...] about Sales not the right tonic for Peters