Update: The Sabres have announced Eichel has a high ankle sprain. No timetable has been set for his return. TSN’s Bob McKenzie, however, tweeted the Sabres anticipate Eichel will miss at least four to six weeks, perhaps longer. … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s ankle injury rocks Sabres before season opener
Archives for 2016
Rasmus Ristolainen happy to have contract done
'“I think he came out of the gates for the first 40 games or so, played a real strong, really almost dominating game for us on the backside,” Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. “The consistency, he played a ton of minutes for us.”' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Ristolainen happy to have contract done
Sabres Eichel injured Wednesday in practice
'Eichel was working with the power play unit during practice when he skated to the front of goal where his left leg buckled underneath him. He was not pushed or hit by a teammate before falling, however, his foot did get tanlged up with another defenders' skate. Eichel reportedly let out a scream upon being injured.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Eichel injured Wednesday in practice
Franson and Weber giants Sicamous
'"I remained literally three doors down from the Weber family, Franson told in interview to the Journal. I grew up with little brother Shea, Brandon. We are the same age. The two brothers were at my wedding, we are very close. And it's the same story for our families."' … [Read more...] about Franson and Weber giants Sicamous
Shea Weber, the definition of a complete player by his friend Josh Gorges
'"For one reason or another, it still goes under the radar in the circles of hockey. It is a hidden treasure. Having played with him, I can confirm that he has an incredible talent. Rasmus is effective in all facets: he is tall, burly and physical, but also excellent for protecting the puck, in addition to having an excellent offensive vision. He is just beginning to show us … [Read more...] about Shea Weber, the definition of a complete player by his friend Josh Gorges
Thursday's Montreal Coverage
Canadiens at Sabres: Five things to know about the Habs' season opener (Montreal Gazette) Franson and Weber giants Sicamous (Le Journal de Montreal) Shea Weber, the definition of a complete player by his friend Josh Gorges (RDS) Injuries abound as Sabres hosts Habs (AP) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Montreal Coverage
Sabres center Eichel out indefinitely with sprained ankle
'"As of now, no timetable has been set for his return," the team posted on its Twitter account.' … [Read more...] about Sabres center Eichel out indefinitely with sprained ankle
Sabres C Eichel injures ankle in practice
'"You're looking at one of your key players, one of your best players going down in pain on the ice. It's not a good thing."' … [Read more...] about Sabres C Eichel injures ankle in practice
Eichel injury latest hard-luck blow to rebuilding Sabres
'Ryan O’Reilly, the club’s No. 2 centre, has been plagued by back spasms during training camp. A year ago the Sabres lost Robin Lehner for months after the goaltender suffered a high-ankle sprain during his first start of the season. Lehner was acquired in a summer 2015 trade with Ottawa and had been anointed as the Sabres goaltender of the future.' … [Read more...] about Eichel injury latest hard-luck blow to rebuilding Sabres
Eichel out with high ankle sprain
'The injury occured when Eichel was gaining position toward the front of the net, and collided with Zemgus Girgensons. The second-year forward reportedly screamed in pain, and remained on the ice for some time. Eichel needed help getting off the ice, and was not putting much pressure on his left leg.' … [Read more...] about Eichel out with high ankle sprain
Is Reinhart the key to overcoming THE injury?
'When healthy I think it would be a good idea to play O’Reilly with newcomer Kyle Okposo and the harder working Tyler Ennis. I think they need to find out if the Ennis of two years ago is back or not.' … [Read more...] about Is Reinhart the key to overcoming THE injury?
Price out Thursday against Buffalo
'Price has not played a game in the National Hockey League since Thanksgiving after suffering an MCL sprain in his right knee. Before his injury, the Canadiens were atop the NHL standings at 17-4-2 and with 36 points. From there, Montreal finished 21-34-4 and would end the season as the 22nd overall team in the league with 82 points.' … [Read more...] about Price out Thursday against Buffalo
Eichel screams as he hits the ice with an injury during Wednesday morning's practice
'Eichel was working on a power play drill when he got hurt.' … [Read more...] about Eichel screams as he hits the ice with an injury during Wednesday morning’s practice
Sabres options If Eichel injury is long-term
'You can’t replace Jack Eichel – but why not give Derek Grant a shot to start the season with Evander Kane and Sam Reinhart? The Buffalo Sabres and head coach Dan Bylsma could approach a potential long-term injury several different ways – but Derek Grant makes sense to me.' … [Read more...] about Sabres options If Eichel injury is long-term
Eichel leaves practice with ankle injury
'"At this point not a lot to tell," Bylsma said. "He's going to get evaluated this afternoon. I think the initial shock, you see that, but we're gonna let it calm down here and get it evaluated and see the extent of him turning his ankle there."' … [Read more...] about Eichel leaves practice with ankle injury