Archives for 2014

'"We're excited to be there," Gionta, who signed a three-year, $12.75 million contract July 1, said earlier this month. "It's been a while since I've been that close to home, and I think it's a great fit for myself on the team but also for my family in the community."' … [Read more...] about Gionta thrilled to be back home with Sabres

'"The type of players they are and not only are they going to bring a good game on the ice, but a lot of the guys are veteran guys that'll bring experience to the locker room I think we needed," defenseman Tyler Myers said. "Watching what happened this summer with us, I'm really excited with the direction we're heading."' … [Read more...] about Improved scoring, shot prevention top Sabres wish list

'"Last year was a mess," forward Drew Stafford said. "With guys getting moved, getting out of the lineup, signing new guys, there were a lot of tryouts for spots it seemed even later on in the year or mix and matching the lineup quite a bit. … It's still going to be a challenge, it's still going to be a struggle at times, but definitely I expect it to be better than last … [Read more...] about Sabres aim to bounce back after last-place finish

'"I think you look at three prospects on the back end [Ristolainen, Zadorov, McCabe] and there's a great competition," Murray said. "Sam [Reinhart] thinks that if he has a good camp he can play on our team and he should think that way. It'll be up to us to make those decisions and make the right decisions for everybody involved. But we certainly don't want to draft players that … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Murray keeping close watch on team’s future

'“My focus throughout the entire summer was to get better for the Buffalo Sabres,” he said after skating with more than two dozen teammates at Riverside Park. “If a moment ever comes that I hear confirmation I’m not a Buffalo Sabre, then the mindset will change. But as of right now, I’m a Sabre and I want to be a Sabre."' … [Read more...] about Myers glad he’s remained with Sabres

'For the second straight game, Buffalo was stymied by good goaltending. The difference in this contest is Buffalo got good goaltending too from Francois Brassard. Brassard made 33 saves while MacKenzie Skapski stopped 36 pucks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose and are eliminated from winning in Traverse City

'As the 2014-15 season approaches, many of those prospects are expected to make huge strides in their development. Not all of the players will meet or exceed their expectations, but the idea is to set high standards and keep improving. Some of the prospects, including Rasmus Ristolainen, are on the cusp of becoming regular NHL players, while others are fighting for their chance … [Read more...] about Many Buffalo Sabres prospects looking to have big seasons in 2014-15

'After almost a week's worth of calls from Nolan, Trottier was added to Buffalo's coaching staff Aug. 4, along with Danny Flynn, Arturs Irbe and Tom Coolen, Nolan's assistant with the Latvia national team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Trottier excited to be behind bench again

'It all added up to a total of 16,000 season-ticket holders, including those added from the Blue & Gold Club. The Sabres capped season-ticket sales at 16,000 last season, too.' … [Read more...] about Sabres see slight drop in ticket renewals

'Considering all the first and second round picks the Sabres threw at Carolina on Friday, it’s rather shocking they lost 6-1 in game one of the Traverse City Prospects tournament.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose to Carolina

'Cornel is going up again guys that that are either his age or within two years and that has to make him more comfortable, “Yes, knowing the guys you’re playing against on the other team and knowing the guys I’m playing with are a similar age to you, so I think as a young guy, it makes it a little more comfortable getting your first game in.”' … [Read more...] about Cornel is ready as the Sabres start in Traverse City

'Here are five things fans can watch for as the Sabres prepare for the 2014-15 season...' … [Read more...] about Sabres open camp Thursday with plenty of questions

'“Just starting to play games with the organization is something to look forward to and something I’ve been training for for quite some time,” Reinhart said by phone Thursday. “A lot of the guys that have gone in the past have only said good things about the tournament and Traverse City itself, so I’m excited about it.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ prospects intent on showing their best

'“I’m a year older, a year stronger – everything,” Zadorov said earlier this week. “I have experience.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Nikita Zadorov believes strong training camp could earn NHL roster spot

'The Sabres will then open their preseason slate of games on Sunday, Sept. 21, when they travel to Washington, DC, to face the Capitals in a 5 p.m. start. All of Buffalo's preseason games will air on Sports Radio WGR550.' … [Read more...] about Training camp set to open on September 18