Archives for June 18, 2015

'“There’s optimism,” Royce said in First Niagara Center. “We hit rock bottom. It was a long year, but with the draft around the corner and a franchise player joining the team it’s very exciting now. We’re building from the ground up here in Buffalo with a fantastic owner. It’s going to be fun.”' … [Read more...] about Royce hopes to help Sabres rebuild

'The Oilers could acquire high-end players through a trade involving top young forwards like Jordan Eberle and Taylor Hall. Of course, you never say never. But in this case, never is a safe bet.' … [Read more...] about Sabres can’t — and shouldn’t — pull off deal for No. 1, McDavid

'Barch will begin his post-playing career with the Sabres after spending eight seasons and 381 games in the NHL as a forward for the Dallas Stars, Florida Panthers and New Jersey Devils.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire two as player development coaches

'“What he was showing me was [Crosby's] movement away from the puck. He’s always at top speed. I think that’s what coach Bylsma wants out of me. Crosby’s known for that,” Eichel said last week in Chicago while in town for the Stanley Cup Final.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Bylsma using Crosby to school Eichel

'The Buffalo Sabres today announced that the team has hired Adam Mair and Krys Barch as player development coaches.' … [Read more...] about Sabres expand player development staff