Archives for July 2016

'“I think it’s something that you learn as you go along,” Sabres defenseman Josh Gorges said. “I think sometimes and I’m speaking for myself, when you’re young you think you’re invincible. You think ‘I’m 21 or 22. I’m going to enjoy the nightlife. I’m going to go out and have fun.’ And you kinda burn the candle at both ends. And as you go you realize there’s just no way to stay … [Read more...] about Why improving performance can be as simple as A-B-Zzzzzzzzzz

'"It was a good meeting to get a feel for what the process is going to be like," he said. "We're going to Aug. 15 like I've said all along, but to talk to a GM and a coach is going to give me an idea what to expect. ... They said to me they're not trying to create a circus or anything like that and they're going to leave me alone now. So I respected Buffalo throughout the whole … [Read more...] about Meeting impresses Vesey, but he’ll still wait to sign

'Very quietly, the Sabres are creeping toward the salary cap for the first time in years. Generalfanager.com projects the team at $9,687,978 under the $73 million cap.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Marcus Foligno to 1-year deal

'“It’s one of those things where you really have to bring it every night, and I know it is expected of me now,” McCabe said. “I’ve found my role on the team, and your teammates are trusting you to play your role. It’s a give-and-take thing. If you’re not at your best, you still have to do things to help your team win.”' … [Read more...] about After solid rookie year and contract extension, Eau Claire’s McCabe appears part of Sabres future

'He selected the Sabres’ organization, primarily because of the potential ice time he can receive. “I felt I had a better opportunity with Rochester since they’re rebuilding at the back end,” he cited.' … [Read more...] about Geiger back from Buffalo camp after signing with AHL affiliate

'Foligno has played five seasons in Buffalo after being drafted in the fourth round in 2009.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign restricted free agent Foligno for 1 year

'Financial terms were not disclosed for Foligno, who recorded personal bests in goals (10), points (23) and games played (75) last season.' … [Read more...] about Career season nets Sabres’ Foligno one-year deal

'Foligno, 24, just finished his fifth season with the Sabres organization. Last season, Foligno registered career-high totals in goals (10), and points (23) in 75 games played. Foligno got off to a slow start last season before finishing the season strong on a line with Johan Larsson and Brian Gionta.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Foligno

'With the addition of Kyle Okposo and the potential signing of Jimmy Vesey, the Sabres fill another forward spot in Foligno and look to take advantage on offense by the time October hits.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Buffalo native Foligno to one-year deal

'Foligno (6’3”, 226 lbs., 8/10/1991), who recently completed his fifth season with the Sabres, posted career-highs in games played (75), goals (10) and points (23) during the 2015-16 campaign. The Buffalo native also tied his career-high with 13 assists last season and paced all Sabres forwards with a plus-4 rating.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Foligno agree to one-year contract

Amerks to host preseason game at HarborCenter (WGR-AM) Amerks announce preseason games vs Binghamton Senators (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'HarborCenter seems like the perfect size for this event in a year where the Sabres don't have a top-three pick. The attendances weren't enormous on normal practice days. Only half of the arena was accessible to fans, and even that side didn't fill up. Everyone had a good view and it didn't feel awkwardly empty like it would have at First Niagara Center. The only hitch each … [Read more...] about 10 takeaways from Sabres development camp

'“He just kept getting better, and that was the story, that he became an integral part of our defensive corps,” Motzko said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Will Borgen adjusted quickly to college hockey

'“I didn’t really model my game after what Tim Murray was looking for, I just think it’s the way the game is going in general,” Osmanski said. “I’m lucky to be as tall as I am and I think I play a physical game. That’s the type of style I think I can make a career with. On every team there are usually four big d-men and then two guys who snag all the points. So there’s more … [Read more...] about Osmanski participates in first Sabres Development Camp

'“I’ve said it all along that Boston is definitely on my list of teams that I’d like to talk to. It’s a team that I’ve rooted for all my life, and it’s a team that I watched win the Stanley Cup in 2011,” he said.' … [Read more...] about Vesey says he plans on meeting with Boston in August