‘“We relied on our goalies way too much this year,” defenseman Zach Bogosian said. “They played well. They gave us chances to win basically on a nightly basis. We just didn’t get it done as a group, as a team – defense corps, forwards, everyone.’
Archives for April 25, 2017
Murray knew he needed to find Sabres’ perfect fit
‘Murray didn’t “do this again” the next year, but it was just two years later. Communication in the organization hadn’t improved with Dan Bylsma behind the bench. In some cases – most notably player relations – it got worse.’
Tim Graham’s Power Take: Thank you, Russ Brandon
‘Executive sources say the Sabres’ business practices have improved under Brandon, who brought an NFL mentality to what Mario Lemieux once called “a garage league.” A mix of executives from football and hockey — COO Bruce Popko, Frank Cravotta (creative services), Chuck LaMattina (finance), Erica Muhleman (business development), Mark Preisler (media and content), Brent Rossi (marketing) — have represented WNY well.’
Nice guys finish last in the sports world
‘It’s time for Pegula to stop being a fan and be an owner, and that means making some tougher, better decisions. Last week he fired both Sabres head coach Dan Bylsma and general manager Tim Murray, and late last year, he fired Rex Ryan as Bills head coach, replacing him with relatively unknown Sean McDermott.’
Blues fans shouldn’t take good hockey for granted
‘While the Blues have managed to retool on the fly and remain competitive — reaching postseason play six years in a row — the Sabres demonstrated how NOT to build teams.’
Is Sam Reinhart living up to his draft status?
‘His work paid off as he was Buffalo’s best player in front of the net with screens and tips. In his second season, Reinhart participated in very few of the extra workout and his attitude changed too. He acted like he had made it and became pretty arrogant in his demeanor and interviews. Only after he had to sit out a game for being late, did he become a regular after practice again. I think he had three tipped goals all season and wasn’t a force in front until late in the season.’
Columbus’ Bill Zito added to list of potential Sabres GMs
‘Zito has been with the Blue Jackets since 2013 and has seen the franchise reach the postseason in two of the past four years, including this season.’