Archives for April 9, 2015

'Ristolainen has four goals and nine points during the last 12 games, bringing welcome relief as the 20-year-old nears the end of a trying season. He’s increased his totals to eight goals and 20 points in 76 games.' … [Read more...] about Ristolainen finds light in dark season

'The Sabres remain in prime position to land one of them. If they finish 30th – they are one regulation loss or an Arizona victory away – they will be guaranteed a top-two pick. The Coyotes play in Vancouver on Thursday and Buffalo visits Columbus on Friday.' … [Read more...] about No surprise: McDavid, Eichel still 1-2

'He also knew he wasn’t truly general manager Tim Murray’s hire. While Murray awarded him the contract, Nolan’s friend Pat LaFontaine brought him back, the first act of his four-month run as president of hockey operations.' … [Read more...] about Sabres believe coach Ted Nolan has done well under difficult circumstances

'Reinhart started the season with the Sabres, registering one assist in nine games. The 19-year-old center had 19 goals and 65 points in 47 appearances with the Ice. He also played a huge role in Team Canada’s gold medal run at the world junior championship earlier this season.' … [Read more...] about Sam Reinhart going to Amerks; Connor McDavid ranks No. 1

'“Sometimes you can work the guys without even knowing they’re working. A 3-on-3 tournament, we used to do that once a week in junior hockey,” he said. “It’s good for your conditioning. It’s good to read and react. It’s good to see who competes on a regular basis.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres change pace at practice with 3-on-3 tournament

Jump to Amerks produces growing pains for Garbowsky (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Sabres' top prospect Reinhart assigned to Rochester (WGR-AM) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage