Archives for June 2015

'Buffalo will play 10 afternoon games at First Niagara Center.' … [Read more...] about 2015-16 Dates to watch

'Eichel said there’s no relief to the long-awaited arrival of draft week. It’s all part of the process of the season that started for him way back in September.' … [Read more...] about Eichel basks in the Miami spotlight

'This draft essentially begins at No. 3 with the Arizona Coyotes, still licking their wounds after the lottery results ruined their tank, trying to figure out what direction to turn. In the last few days, it was interesting to hear chatter General Manager Don Maloney would be open to trading out of No. 3 to get some NHL-ready talent.' … [Read more...] about NHL’s selection derby is more than a 1-2 punch

'He loves to eat Cap’n Crunch cereal. “I crush one or two bowls a day in the dining hall,” he told NHL.com.' … [Read more...] about Nine things to know about Jack Eichel

'When it comes to uniforms, Jack Eichel’s number is up.' … [Read more...] about There’s no uniform method to choosing a sweater number

'“It’s like you finally feel you can put your emotions back into the team,” the Amherst resident said. “It’s more about finally being able to embrace the team in a good way and being happy watching them. They’re still on the same path, but now they’re on the fun part of it.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans have faith that passion will be back in style

'Since most drafts don’t start paying dividends for a few years, here’s a look at the Sabres’ selections from 2007-12 and some notable hits and misses. Sixteen of Buffalo’s 45 draft choices over that time – 36 percent – have made the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ recent drafts have yielded mixed results

'It can be argued 15 of the last 16 No. 2 picks have been strong hits. The list includes 50-goal scorers, perennial NHL All-Stars and even future Hall of Famers. Only Sam Reinhart, a center the Sabres selected second a year ago, hasn’t established himself in the NHL yet.' … [Read more...] about History shows No. 2 pick will become special player for Sabres

'“Everyone has been really welcoming, and although nothing is set in stone, this looks like where I will end up. I’ve gotten a lot of feedback from the locals, like ‘welcome home’ and ‘we’re happy to have you here.’ People here really care about the Sabres.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres excited about selecting Jack Eichel at NHL Draft in Sunrise

'Buffalo also had the 21st pick and could try to move up, trade it or just use it there. Murray said, “If there’s a guy left in our top 10, that would be outstanding, but I don’t think that’s going to happen. Number two is a team calls and they’re having problems with their cap situation and they offer a 23 or 24 year old top six forward or top three defenseman or number one … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Murray is hoping to be busy soon

'Sabres GM Tim Murray will certainly be working from a position of strength. Sites like GeneralFanager.com as well as Buffalo News calculations list the team’s current cap payroll at about $42 million, leaving them roughly $29 million shy of the cap – and nearly $11 million shy of the floor.' … [Read more...] about New salary cap figures give Murray room to roam

'The 6-foot-2, 199-pound Booth is “a prototype of goalies you see in the NHL,” said his coach, Philippe Boucher, a former Sabres defenseman.' … [Read more...] about Sabres could be interested in goalie prospect Callum Booth

'So with the times changed, and having a management team in place that won’t be afraid to pull the trigger, let’s look at some of the names that could be on the move during Friday’s draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres looking to land star forward

'“Everyone wants to build you up and then knock you down even more,” he said. “I really don’t pay attention to stuff like that, that negative stuff. I really don’t pay attention to what he or anybody else has to say. Whatever. It’s his opinion. There’s really no need for him to be saying something like that. I don’t really understand it. I don’t know how constructive that is.”' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel all set to step into NHL

'"He stacked up right there with his skill and size and ability to play the game," Bylsma said at his introductory news conference. "Jack's going to be a good pick for anybody who takes him."' … [Read more...] about Sabres locked onto Eichel at No. 2, open in rest of draft