Archives for September 5, 2013

'Even former players joined in, with Matthew Barnaby tweeting that maybe the Sabres were trying to blind their opponents with the “awful” jersey.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ gold jersey gets scolding from critics

'The Sabres burned a year of the 19-year-old’s entry-level contract before sending him back to junior in March. Following his recall, they played him three more times, making him eligible for free agency a year earlier.' … [Read more...] about Sabres youngster Mikhail Grigorenko ineligible for NHL Prospect Tournament

'“We had a conversation,” McCormick said. “He was happy with how the playoffs went in Rochester. Going forward, what I like to think is I’m here to try out for a spot on the Sabres, and that’s as much as I know right now.”' … [Read more...] about Cody McCormick ready to earn another spot with Sabres

'The Sabres made the announcement Wednesday, a day before the eight-team annual tournament opens in Traverse City, Mich.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Grigorenko ineligible for prospect tourney

'Nope, I can’t do it. I wanted to say something vaguely positive like, “Maybe they’ll look better on the ice” or “These will be a huge hit with scofflaws looking for an alternative to the traditional orange reflective vest when they’re doing their roadside community service.” You know, because real people who were paid money for their input apparently tried their best to come … [Read more...] about Shield your eyes! The Buffalo Sabres’ new third jersey is hideous!

'We all know Darcy Regier likes to get a young group together and then bring them along slowly as a core group. Many of the players playing for Buffalo in this tournament have never played a game together on the same team. Bailey thinks they will use this time here to get to know each other and become teammates, “I think that’s key. I think going into these things knowing guys … [Read more...] about Sabres rookies look to shine

'Grigorenko was deemed to be ineligible for the tournament because of the number of NHL games he appeared on the Sabres’ roster in the 2012-13 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Grigorenko deemed ineligible for the tournament

'The 19-year-old Grigorenko, Buffalo's first selection (12th overall) in the 2012 Entry Draft, recorded five points (1+4) in 25 games with the Sabres last season.' … [Read more...] about No go for Grigorenko