Archives for May 11, 2015

'Red Wings general manager Ken Holland announced Friday that he would allow NHL teams to talk to Babcock about their head coaching jobs. Babcock has said the permission doesn't necessarily mean an end of his 10-year tenure with the Red Wings.' … [Read more...] about Babcock meets with Sabres’ GM, owner

'The 23-year-old’s inability to play because of shoulder surgery helped the Sabres secure center Jack Eichel in the draft. Kane could benefit most. The right-handed Eichel could find it easy to set up Kane for one-timers or rushes.' … [Read more...] about Kane tops Sabres’ left wingers

'Babcock was spotted with owners Terry and Kim Pegula and general manager Tim Murray by a HarborCenter employee early Sunday night, as they toured the complex.' … [Read more...] about Babcock receives tour of HarborCenter

'For all the young talent the Sabres have in the pipeline or already in the NHL, they’re likely still a couple of years away from contending for a playoff spot. Would Babcock, who has missed the playoffs once in his 12-year NHL coaching career, way back in 2004, want to lead a rebuild? The thought here is he wants to win right away.' … [Read more...] about Red Wings coach Mike Babcock visits Sabres

'Babcock flew to Buffalo earlier in the day and spent the afternoon meeting with Pegula and general manager Tim Murray at the Sabres' downtown arena. Babcock is still under contract with the Red Wings through June 30. The Red Wings are open to re-signing Babcock, but have granted him permission to interview with other teams.' … [Read more...] about Babcock declines comment after meeting with Sabres owner

'Edmonton was once thought to be the favorite, but people close to the Oilers are saying they could be interested in hiring former Sharks coach Todd McLellan. Oilers management was impressed by the job Todd Nelson did after Dallas Eakins was fired and may want to keep him on as an assistant coach.' … [Read more...] about Babcock meets with Sabres