Archives for September 2015

'To compete in today’s NHL, the Sabres desperately need game-changing talent up front. As Saturday showed, they have some standout prospects in the pipeline beyond Eichel.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel wows early in Sabres’ win against Devils

'Kaleta’s reputation as oft-injured and reckless likely hurt his value as a free agent. He has only hit the 60-game mark once in the NHL and has been suspended four times. He played 42 NHL games last season.' … [Read more...] about Amerks sign Patrick Kaleta to AHL contract

'Eichel centered Baptiste and former Boston University linemate Evan Rodrigues. They played well together. Rodrigues triggered the game-opening goal with a chip up the ice. It was like Eichel and Rodrigues were back at Agganis Arena, with Baptiste playing the part of Danny O’Regan, the third member of BU’s power line.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel looks at home in Buffalo debut

'Sam Reinhart was quiet on the score sheet until the third. The 2014 1st Round pick was able to split through the New Jersey defense to score on the power play, upping the Buffalo lead to 6-1. Vaclav Karabacek assisted on the score with Ryan Rehill in the penalty box for roughing. John Quenneville’s goal late in the third brought New Jersey back within four goals, 6-2.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open prospect challenge 6-2 over New Jersey

'"I knew I had a step on the guy that [Rodrigues] had chipped it by," Eichel said. "I saw the other [defenseman] and I wasn't sure if it was more of a breakaway or a 2-on-1 and it ended up being more of a 2-on-0, so [Baptiste] did a good job to drive the net and find the back of the net."' … [Read more...] about Eichel gets assist for Sabres in tournament debut

'It was a good night all around for former BU Terriers – in addition to Eichel and Rodrigues’ combined four points, Cason Hohmann also added a goal late in the second period. Hohmann, who was signed to an AHL contract in July, connected on a hard shot from Brycen Martin for an excellent tip over the left shoulder of Devils goalie Mackenzie Blackwood.' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Devils in opening game of Prospects Challenge

'“I played on a high school team that wasn’t very good and then in junior it was the same thing,” Asmundson said. “In college, I had to put my time in. I’m proud of what I’ve done to get to this point now but I also know I’ve got a little more to push and hopefully take it to the next level and have a big story versus just the almost-could-have. … My dad would beat me up if I … [Read more...] about Asmundson aims for spot on Sabres roster

'“Hockey season is here. This is what I’ve waited for, and this what I think everyone has waited for. I think we’re all just going to make the most of our opportunities.”' … [Read more...] about Move complete, Eichel ready to go

'"You try not to think about it like that," Eichel said Friday, following practice to kick off the Sabres Prospects Challenge. "You try to think about what's made you successful over your career and what's gotten you to this point. ... try to limit the amount that you think about what the outside world is putting on you for expectations."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Eichel: ‘This is what I’ve waited for’

'“It seems a lot more like hockey season,” he said. “Everyone’s a lot more dialed in, I think. It’s a little different playing in September than playing in the beginning of July. I think everyone’s trying to prepare for the season and find a role somewhere."' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Jack Eichel ready for ‘Prospects Challenge’

'“You get caught staring sometimes, for sure,” Chapman said Friday after rookie camp opened. “(Eichel’s) a really flashy, skilled player. Same with Reinhart and a bunch of other guys. They’re fun to watch. But you don’t want to watch them if you’re playing against them."' … [Read more...] about Sharing ice with Sabres rookie Jack Eichel special opportunity for Josh Chapman

'“It’s exciting,” said Eichel. “You work hard all summer to prepare for the prospects tournament and training camp. It’s been a long road from the draft, and everything that’s happened. But now that the season is here, I’m excited just to play hockey again. This is the time of year that everyone loves."' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel excited to begin in Buffalo

'"That being said, the first game is October 8 and everyone still has to go through prospect camp and training camp so it's a little bit away. You kind of just manage that excitement from day to day and get excited for practice and get excited to be at the rink every day because it's a long year."' … [Read more...] about Eichel ready for Prospects Challenge in Buffalo

'“It’s definitely nicer playing with him. I’m sure we’ll see each other on the ice at some point playing together,” Reinhart said. “Obviously we know each other well now so to finally play alongside, it makes things a little easier.”' … [Read more...] about REINHART, EICHEL LOOKING FORWARD TO PLAYING TOGETHER

'“It’s getting there,” Eichel, the Sabres top pick in 2015, said after practice Friday. “We were here for Development Camp but obviously the size of the group has minimized a lot and this seems like a lot more hockey season and everyone’s a lot more dialed in.' … [Read more...] about SABRES PROSPECTS READY FOR THE CHALLENGE