'"I have to make more plays and I know that," Eichel told The Buffalo News after Tuesday's practice. "I'm not really playing my game right now. I think when I get the opportunity, I just have to make the most of it."' … [Read more...] about Benched in game, Eichel spends practice on fourth line
Archives for September 21, 2016
Sabres rookie Fasching ready for some real hockey
'“You have a long summer of playing shinny hockey. You build summer habits,” Fasching said. “So for me, it’s to get rid of those summer habits that are not good, that are just bad habits in general and getting back into the flow of full contact and making sure I’m playing with a lot of detail to my game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Fasching ready for some real hockey
Evander Kane calls woman's lawsuit 'sham' in new court papers
'His attorneys also asserted Kuechle bears some responsibility for what happened, claiming “the plaintiff’s culpable conduct caused or contributed to the accident, injuries and/or damages alleged in the complaint...”' … [Read more...] about Evander Kane calls woman’s lawsuit ‘sham’ in new court papers
In counterclaim, Sabres' Kane says accuser sued to harass
'Kane has pleaded not guilty to harassment, disorderly conduct and trespass stemming from a separate incident in June during which he allegedly grabbed three women by the hair and neck. Kane's next scheduled court appearance for that case is Oct. 31.' … [Read more...] about In counterclaim, Sabres’ Kane says accuser sued to harass
THN's 2016-17 NHL Season Preview: Buffalo Sabres
'The real answer lies somewhere in between the two extremes. The Sabres will likely be better than projected here, but they’re still not ready for primetime. Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart have real first line potential and a big breakout from one or both should push this team up the standings. The top six is decent, it’s the bottom that needs work though, especially the fourth … [Read more...] about THN’s 2016-17 NHL Season Preview: Buffalo Sabres
Sabres' Ennis is still feeling great and ready to produce
'“Defensively we were sound and now we’ve added some offensive pieces and I think the mindset has changed from a rebuilding long process to a lot of good pieces that are jelling together and it’s time to change the mindset into a playoff team.” Ennis added, "I love being in Buffalo and all I want to do is win a championship for this city."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ennis is still feeling great and ready to produce
Former Sabres defeseman Richie Dunn has reportedly died
'Dunn came to the Sabres organization as a free agent in 1977. He stayed until June of 1982 when he was sent to the Flames with Don Edwards and a 2nd round pick which turned out to be Richard Kromm for a first round pick which turned into Paul Cyr, a second round pick which became Jens Johansson and another second round pick which was John Tucker. Johansson never came to North … [Read more...] about Former Sabres defeseman Richie Dunn has reportedly died
Sabres Top 20 Talents in 2016: No. 14 - C Zemgus Girgensons
'Girgensons is too good to play on the Sabres fourth line, but not good enough to play with the Sabres best forwards on a regular basis. It’s a tough position to be in. If Girgensons produces more offensively, and I think he will, then maybe he’ll get some time with players like Jack Eichel and Ryan O’Reilly on a more regular basis. I think Girgensons is closer to the player we … [Read more...] about Sabres Top 20 Talents in 2016: No. 14 – C Zemgus Girgensons