Archives for April 2015

'“Evan is a very talented young player who has displayed exceptional growth during his four years at BU,” said Buffalo Sabres General Manager Tim Murray. “We look forward to adding another talented piece to our group.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign forward Evan Rodrigues

'I wish Sabres general manager Tim Murray delivered that message more effectively Saturday night. I’ve defended Murray’s actions in tearing down the middling-to-awful team he inherited. He’s been a refreshingly honest quote. You tend to believe 95 percent of what he says, with about 5 percent lip service, the reverse ratio of most sports executives. But his honesty and lack of … [Read more...] about No reason for unrest with Sabres picking second

'The 21-year-old Rodrigues just finished a huge senior season beside Eichel, scoring 21 goals and 61 points in 41 games. Rodrigues ranked second in the NCAA in scoring behind Eichel, the likely No. 2 pick by the Sabres in June, who had 70 points.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Sabres sign Evan Rodrigues, Jack Eichel’s college linemate

'The NHL lottery was set up so that it was almost a foregone conclusion that the Sabres would get Eichel and not McDavid. As the league's worst team, Buffalo had a 20-percent chance to draw first, and an 80-percent chance to pick second. So while Sabres' fans and general manager Terry Murray complained about the outcome, no one should have been surprised.' … [Read more...] about Learning to live with lotteries

'All things being equal, Kane was the best player in that Winnipeg-Buffalo trade if he can get healthy and find a way to fit better within the fabric of his new team. If that starts happening next fall, the trade that seems so one-sided in favour of the Jets right now will start to acquire a very different hue.' … [Read more...] about What Kane trade could actually cost the Jets

'Kaleta believes that the future is very bright for this team. He is very clear about wanting to stay, “I would do anything to be back here for next year and years to come. If I could give my right arm to be here I would.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kaleta doesn’t want it to end here now

'“It’s obviously a step up from junior,” Reinhart said about the AHL. “Guys are bigger and stronger, a little bit faster. It’s a perfect opportunity for me to come in and kind of measure myself to see how I progressed over the year.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Sam Reinhart hopes for NHL success with new style

Changes are in store for Amerks (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage

'“I have no expectation. He’s not our property,” Sabres general manager Tim Murray said after Saturday night’s draft lottery in Toronto. “I haven’t spoken to him. That will be probably the second thing I say to him after the draft: ‘Congratuations and what are your plans?’' … [Read more...] about Jack has a decision to make

'At that point, a Buffalo News analysis of the 1,001 possible combinations reveals there were only five of the 14 non-playoff teams remaining who could win the draw on the final ball — Buffalo, Toronto, Edmonton, Carolina and Columbus.' … [Read more...] about Leafs, Sabres had best chances

'Wow. You would expect a little humility from a GM who had just presided over the two worst seasons in franchise history. Not to mention a little PR savvy. It’s amazing, if not altogether surprising, that his own PR people allowed Murray to be so ill-prepared for an event of this magnitude.' … [Read more...] about Murray needed filter after losing lottery

'“We took one second to be a little bit upset that we didn’t get the first guy,” said Sarah Stanton of Orchard Park, who was enjoying a glorious day on a rooftop patio at Pearl Street Grill & Brewery with friends Kerry Chella of Orchard Park and Jeff Teplitsky, who now lives in Cleveland. “But as soon as we got the second, everyone is welcoming, we are ready to go.”' … [Read more...] about Most Sabres fans looking forward to Eichel’s contract

'If you're thinking Tim Murray isn't happy about that, relax. The Sabres General Manager is coming under fire for some of his comments made right after the lottery was completed. Murray's comments, to me, are basically the same as many of you. Clearly, he wanted McDavid as did the rest of us. Why wouldn't you want the player judged to be the best one available in the … [Read more...] about It’s a great day Sabres fans

Amerks defeat Adirondack 5-3 in season finale (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Flames linger after final loss (Glen Falls Post Star) Fans flock to the Flames' final game (Glen Falls Post Star) Amerks close out 2014-15 season with 5-3 win over Flames (Amerks.com) Flames season ends with 5-3 loss to Rochester (AdirondackFlames.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage

'“If you can pick 1 or 2, you’re going to choose 1,” Murray told reporters in the Ritz-Carlton Hotel after the lottery draw was held next door in the Sportsnet studios. “If you’re going to make a trade and they offer you the best defenseman in the league or the second-best defenseman in the league, you’re going to want the best. Anytime you can get 1 vs. 2 in any walk of life, … [Read more...] about Second coming