'The Canadiens won the game 3-2, leaving the Sabres wondering what could have been had the game not gotten so out of hand. A total of 26 penalties were called, 14 of which were assessed to Buffalo. Buffalo was whistled for 52 penalty minutes while Montreal logged 48.' … [Read more...] about Physical contest ends with an overtime loss to Montreal
Archives for 2016
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Cunneyworth on the verge of Amerks coaching history (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Photo gallery (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Rochester tops Phantoms 3-1 (Allentown Morning Call) Cunneyworth ties franchise wins record in victory over Phantoms (Amerks.com) Cunneyworth ties Van Boxmeer with win 337 (Amerks.com) Photo gallery (Amerks.com) Ullmark Steals Win from … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Kasdorf ‘trying to take it all in’ with Sabres
'“Really I’m just trying to learn as much as I can,” Kasdorf said. “I’m just trying to develop and trying to take it all in, learn from the guys what it’s like to be a pro now. Just asking guys questions, guys who have been in this position. I think it’s a great learning opportunity for me. I want to make the most out of it.”' … [Read more...] about Kasdorf ‘trying to take it all in’ with Sabres
Gionta starting to put up offensive numbers
'“I mean, I think it’s nice to be rewarded, but I think our line since we’ve been together the last month or two, we’ve been playing well, doing our job,” Gionta said. “We’re matched up a lot of times against their top line I think, and have been doing a great job of countering what they’ve been attacking us with.”' … [Read more...] about Gionta starting to put up offensive numbers
Sabres’ Marcus Foligno enjoying career-best stretch
'“I think not that I’m a slow developer or a late developer or anything like that,” Foligno said. “It takes time. This year has definitely been the best I’ve felt. It’s good it’s starting to change.” … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Marcus Foligno enjoying career-best stretch
Goalie Jason Kasdorf could play for Sabres this season
'The Sabres, of course, have two healthy netminders in starter Robin Lehner and backup Chad Johnson. But with 12 games left, Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said there’s a “possibility” Kasdorf could play in the NHL this season.' … [Read more...] about Goalie Jason Kasdorf could play for Sabres this season
Wednesday's Montreal Coverage
Canadiens-Sabres Preview (Montreal Gazette) Canadiens-Sabres Preview (AP) Sabres could get Ryan O'Reilly back vs. Canadiens (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Montreal Coverage
Sabres head in a different direction in player performance
'Multiple sources have confirmed to me that the Sabres have relieved Director of Player Performance Oliver Finlay of his duties. Finlay oversaw strength and conditioning as well as player rehab.' … [Read more...] about Sabres head in a different direction in player performance
RPI Coach Seth Appert: Kasdorf 'will not be out-worked'
'He's very unselfish, very caring, great work ethic, character and compassion for other people, real strong religious beliefs and strong faith that he and his wife share … just a really, really quality person.' … [Read more...] about RPI Coach Seth Appert: Kasdorf ‘will not be out-worked’
Kasdorf 'thrilled' to join Sabres for remainder of the season
'"I'm incredibly excited," he said. "I'm just thrilled about the opportunity I have to be here, to be a part of the organization. It's a dream come true. It's what I worked for my whole life and now to be here with the big club, it means a lot. It's really special."' … [Read more...] about Kasdorf ‘thrilled’ to join Sabres for remainder of the season
O’Reilly expected back, to get Kane as winger
'"There's a little more of a long-term sight in mind as well," Bylsma said. "Evander adds speed next to Ryan and Jack has speed. And Sam next to Jack is an intelligent player he's blending with right now pretty well. It's kind of the look. Zemgus was on that line with Jack before Ryan's injury. Kind of a similar player a little bit how he can add to that line with that speed."' … [Read more...] about O’Reilly expected back, to get Kane as winger
Goalie Kasdorf signs entry-level deal with Sabres
'Because of Kasdorf's age, his entry-level deal is for just the rest of this season and he would then become a restricted free agent. According to CapFriendly.com, the deal is for a $667,500 cap hit in the NHL and $70,000 in the AHL, plus games-played bonuses. There is no word from the Sabres on Kasdorf's destination, although the assumption is he will be heading to Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Goalie Kasdorf signs entry-level deal with Sabres
Ryan O’Reilly’s return means Sabres will switch up lines
'“A little more of a long-term sight as well,” Bylsma said. “But I think Evander adds speed next to Ryan. Jack has speed, and Sam next to Jack has got an intelligent player and a player he’s blending with right now pretty well.”' … [Read more...] about Ryan O’Reilly’s return means Sabres will switch up lines
McDavid woke up a sleeping Eichel
'After putting up zero points to McDavid’s two goals, in the six games since putting up the goose egg against Edmonton and McDavid, the 19-year-old has seven points.' … [Read more...] about McDavid woke up a sleeping Eichel
RPI goalie Kasdorf signs with Buffalo Sabres
'“I’m thrilled for Jason,” Rensselaer coach Seth Appert said, “that he’s achieved one of is lifelong dreams through his time at RPI. We’re really proud of him. He’s been an outstanding representative of our program and what it means to be an RPI Engineer ... the work ethic and commitment that it takes.”' … [Read more...] about RPI goalie Kasdorf signs with Buffalo Sabres