Archives for July 24, 2014

'“I just think anything you can do on the ice or get a team off their game or win the game yourself, every little bit helps,” Compher said. “I’m obviously not as skilled as Mikhail Grigorenko, but if I can play against and get a hit on him, get in his face a little bit, hopefully he thinks of me a little bit when he’s playing and I can get him off his game a little bit.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect J.T. Compher earning notice by agitating opponents

'The Sabres have plenty established depth at defense, making Benoit a candidate to spend time with Buffalo's AHL affiliate in Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign free-agent Andre Benoit to 1-year deal

'Benoit played in 79 regular-season games with the Colorado Avalanche last season, totaling a career-high 28 points with seven goals and 21 assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign D Benoit

'Prior to being signed by Colorado in July 2013, the 30-year-old Benoit played parts of two seasons with the Ottawa Senators. In 120 career NHL games, Benoit has registered 39 points (10 goals, 29 assists) and 40 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign D Benoit

'Benoit (1/6/84, 5'11", 191 lbs) played with the Colorado Avalanche in 2013-14, appearing in 79 regular-season games and recording a career-high 28 points (7+21). He also played in seven playoff games with the Avalanche, recording an assist. Prior to being signed by Colorado in July 2013, Benoit played parts of two seasons with the Ottawa Senators. In 120 career NHL games, … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Benoit to 1-year deal

'The signings should make the Sabres more competitive in the upcoming season. But more importantly, the addition of veteran leaders like Moulson, Gionta and Gorges should help with the development of younger Sabres players, most notably this year's second overall draft pick Sam Reinhart, as he transitions from juniors to the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Previewing the East: Buffalo