Archives for April 17, 2014

'“We’ve got a lot of needs,” Buffalo General Manager Tim Murray said. “We’re just going to take the best player available, whether we feel that’s a forward or a defenseman.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres target elite trio in draft

'There was no word on whom Nolan will hire as his assistants. One addition could be Randy Cunneyworth, a longtime friend and former teammate of Nolan who is already in the organization as liaison between the Sabres and their minor-league club Rochester. Nolan, who is also coach of the Latvian national team, has spoken highly of the country’s goalie coach, Arturs Irbe.' … [Read more...] about Coaching changes get underway

'“It’s not like we don’t expect it,” Enroth said about the rabid support. “It’s more like we don’t really think about it too much when we’re playing. So it’s definitely a good thing. You can tell how passionate the fans here in Buffalo are. It’s something I picked up, something I learned from that."' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Jhonas Enroth believes injury gave him new perspective

'Despite all their struggles as a team, the six goalies the Sabres used this season posted a combined .918 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fire assistant coaches from old regime

'The opportunity to work closely with NHL personnel also drew Freeman and Cook to the Sabres. They said the Jackals, Americans and Sabres plan to share resources, such as specialty coachesand trainers.' … [Read more...] about Elmira Jackals to affiliate with Buffalo Sabres

'“Fourteen years ago, we dropped the first puck in this facility. We’ve had a really great history here,” Santulli said. “This is a great opportunity to rekindle the energy and the life that this place had when this place first opened up. It was a place to come and have fun, even if you didn’t know a lot about hockey. We need to take this opportunity and run with it.”' … [Read more...] about Jackals align with Buffalo Sabres as an affiliate

'The moves come three days after the Sabres finished in last place. The shake-up doesn't come as a surprise. Nolan inherited the staff in November, after being hired on an interim basis to replace Ron Rolston.' … [Read more...] about Sabres coach Nolan shuffling staff of assistants

'Assistant coaches Joe Sacco and Jerry Forton have been offered reassignment within the organization’s hockey department; the contract of assistant coach Teppo Numminen will not be renewed; goaltending coach Jim Corsi will not return as part of the team’s staff next season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Announce Coaching Changes

'“Proper development is essential in maintaining a competitive roster at the NHL level,” said Sabres general manager Tim Murray. “Having Elmira as an additional source to develop our young talent will certainly help our entire organization going forward. We’re proud to have the Jackals as part of our organization and, with the Amerks in Rochester, we now have the added bonus of … [Read more...] about Sabres Sign Affiliation Agreement With Elmira Jackals Of ECHL

Rochester Amerks clinch playoff berth (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Not a good feeling for Pelletier, Comets as playoff hopes die (Utica Observer Dispatch) Amerks clinch playoff spot (WGR-AM) Amerks clinch playoff berth with 4-1 win over Comets (Amerks.com) FINAL: Comets 1 vs. Rochester 4 (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage