'Perhaps nobody in the press conference had stronger feelings toward the event than Sabres head coach Dan Bylsma. A native of downstate Grand Haven, he was happy that a city in his home state earned the honor of Hockeyville and he said both he and his players were glad to be there.' … [Read more...] about NHL teams excited about getting back to their roots
Archives for 2016
Star players visit Bothwell Middle School
'O'Reilly said meeting the Marquette youth was a special opportunity. "It was a great day. We're in a great town that really does love their hockey," O'Reilly said. "It's a great opportunity for us to get out and see the community's youth, and the kids had a great time."' … [Read more...] about Star players visit Bothwell Middle School
Kids appreciate getting chance to see ‘big boys’ play on their rink
'Nine-year-old Wyatt Lakenen was impressed with the talent the Sabres possessed in getting their first goal of the night. "It was a sweet goal," Lakenen said. "It was exciting, and (Reinhart) looked like a pro when he scored it."' … [Read more...] about Kids appreciate getting chance to see ‘big boys’ play on their rink
Becoming Hockeyville
'"What a ride it has been," he said with a smile. "This has been fabulous but there has been an awful lot of work that has gone in to it. And I know it will be worth it."' … [Read more...] about Becoming Hockeyville
Sights and sounds
'One of the Sabres coaches danced behind the bench to "Uptown Funk" which played over the public address system toward the end of second intermission, eliciting cheers from the crowd.' … [Read more...] about Sights and sounds
Quick hits: Sabres 2, Hurricanes 0
'Along with winning money for renovations, the Kraft Hockeyville USA contest also brings two NHL teams to the small town for a preseason game. Fans jammed the arena for the morning skates and reportedly cheered for goals during power play drills.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Sabres 2, Hurricanes 0
Sabres recall five for road trip, including Bailey
'Forward Giorgio Estephan has returned to health following an injury, and he's been sent back to Lethbridge of the Western Hockey League.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall five for road trip, including Bailey
Sabres bring 5 back up from Amerks for preseason trip
'The recalls were necessary because several players have minor injuries. It's very likely that all five will return to the Amerks, perhaps before the week ends.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring 5 back up from Amerks for preseason trip
Sabres defeat Hurricanes 2-0 in battle of youth
'The Sabres, who featured a line of Jack Eichel, Alexander Nylander and Sam Reinhart, had the most skill on display among its young players, and head coach Dan Bylsma was happy with the performance of the trio who made up his top unit.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Hurricanes 2-0 in battle of youth
Lakeview Arena ignites memories for Buffalo, Carolina
'"I think everyone to a man this morning talked about this being a place they played before," Buffalo head coach Dan Bylsma said. "Whether it was here or back in their hometown, it felt like a place we all played in our younger years and playing youth hockey. It's kind of neat to get back here. It feels like an outdoor game atmosphere, back to the roots of hockey to where you … [Read more...] about Lakeview Arena ignites memories for Buffalo, Carolina
Lehner Leads Sabres to 2-0 Shutout
'Sam Reinhart made it 2-0 later in the period, swatting a Casey Nelson shot out of mid-air and past Cam Ward.' … [Read more...] about Lehner Leads Sabres to 2-0 Shutout
Sabres recall Bailey, four others
'It appears as though Schneider and Catenacci will slot in on the fourth line for the Sabres on Tuesday in their fifth preseason game against the Carolina Hurricanes in Marquette, Michigan. They will be centered by Derek Grant.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Bailey, four others
5 observations from Sabres vs. Hurricanes
'Anytime Eichel hits the net with his quick release there’s a chance the puck finds the back of the net. His most impressive play came late in the second, winning a battle in the corner while on one knee -- seconds later the Sabres scored and Eichel had himself an assist. Welcome back, Jack.' … [Read more...] about 5 observations from Sabres vs. Hurricanes
Thousands turn out for the much awaited Kraft Hockeyville USA game
'"I grew up a Sabres fan," Donohue said. "I don't remember going to any other hockey game ever other than the Sabres in the Buffalo Memorial Auditorium in the orange section, which is so steep, the [head of the person sitting in front of you] is by your feet."' … [Read more...] about Thousands turn out for the much awaited Kraft Hockeyville USA game
Kraft Hockeyville USA: more than just a game for Marquette community
'"This game is unbelievable," said Brad Donohue, a Buffalo native, and Sabres fan who now resides in Marquette. "The community of Marquette has been a "Hockeytown" since I got here in 1987, and what great support it's given to this Kraft Hockeyville title... and the Sabres are here so I couldn't ask for any better, right?"' … [Read more...] about Kraft Hockeyville USA: more than just a game for Marquette community