'“He’s a guy that’s capable, and it’s probably very, very important for him to have gotten these games,” coach Dan Lambert said Friday following the Amerks’ 5-4 win against the Albany Devils inside Blue Cross War Memorial.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie prospect Jonas Johansson learning North American game
Archives for April 2017
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks shut out 3-0 in regular season finale (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Albany Devils win regular-season finale over Rochester (Albany Times Union) Amerks fall 3-0 to Devils to close out regular season (Amerks.com) Devils blank Amerks to close out regular season (TheAlbanyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Confidence takes center stage for Sabres' Evan Rodrigues
'“I continued to gain confidence as the year went on, getting put in more situations,” Rodrigues said. “I’m just going to try to grow from there, work on becoming a better centerman. Wherever they slot me next year, I’ll be ready to go.”' … [Read more...] about Confidence takes center stage for Sabres’ Evan Rodrigues
Sully's Mailbag: Has Pegula lost touch with fans?
'It's a continuing puzzlement how an owner who spends lavishly on his teams and passes himself off as a real Joe Fan can be so dismissive of his customers. As Hirschbeck wrote, "a first-class organization treats its fans with affection and respect, no matter where the team is in the standings."' … [Read more...] about Sully’s Mailbag: Has Pegula lost touch with fans?
Gionta, Sabres interested in keeping marriage made in heaven
'Gionta earned $3.25 million on the final year of his deal, making him 10th-highest paid on the Sabres. Well-known for his high level of physical fitness and disciplined life style, he appeared in all 82 games for the first time since 2010-11 with his 16 minutes and 36 seconds of average ice time per game consistent with his career (17:46).' … [Read more...] about Gionta, Sabres interested in keeping marriage made in heaven
Sabres’ Ryan O’Reilly frustrated after ‘terrible season’
'“I thought I had a terrible season,” O’Reilly said Monday as the Sabres held early exit meetings after missing the playoffs again. “I felt like I could’ve done a lot more at different times, wasn’t very consistent. But it’s very disappointing. You let the organization down. A lot needs to change.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ryan O’Reilly frustrated after ‘terrible season’
Iowa native CJ Smith talks about making his NHL debut
'"I think I have a good chance to make the big club," he said. "Obviously, a lot of it is going to come down to training camp. I guess I can't guarantee anything, but if I do get sent down to the AHL that'll be OK. I'll just have to work my way through it to get back up, because my goal is to play in the NHL."' … [Read more...] about Iowa native CJ Smith talks about making his NHL debut
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks win last game of home schedule with 5-4 victory (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Albany Devils rest some players, lose to Rochester (Albany Times Union) Guhle looks good in Rochester (WGR-AM) Amerks edge Devils for 5-4 win in home finale (Amerks.com) Devils fall to Amerks (TheAlbanyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
After playing alongside Eichel, Sabres' Foligno wants to do it again
'“It’s just to make sure I get more space for those guys, maybe get a little bit more offensive awareness when I’m with them, make a little extra pass or hold on to pucks,” Foligno said. “Sometimes I wasn’t a little bit too skilled for them. I had to be a little more creative out there for those guys.' … [Read more...] about After playing alongside Eichel, Sabres’ Foligno wants to do it again
Sabres' Petersen tabbed for U.S. world championship team
'Petersen went 23-12-5 with a .926 save percentage at Notre Dame this season, leading the Fighting Irish to the Frozen Four. The junior has made 90 straight starts. Buffalo selected him in the fifth round of the 2013 NHL Draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Petersen tabbed for U.S. world championship team
Sabres saw late glimpses of Dmitry Kulikov’s talents
'But Kulikov likely struggled for a reason. In his preseason debut Sept. 30, he was knocked into an open bench door. The lower-back bruise he suffered dogged him all year, severely limiting his effectiveness and forcing him to sit out for stretches.' … [Read more...] about Sabres saw late glimpses of Dmitry Kulikov’s talents
Cal Petersen headed to World Championships with decision looming
'Being a Sabres draft pick back in the 5th round of 2013, Petersen can elect to become a free agent this offseason, or go back to school and become a free agent next offseason. That is if he wants to pass on Buffalo and become a free agent in the first place. One factor that could entice him to go back for his senior season, is the Olympics. With the NHL not going to South … [Read more...] about Cal Petersen headed to World Championships with decision looming
Coaching carousel could be Bylsma's saving grace with Sabres
'Since taking over the Sabres in 2011 Pegula has employed four head coaches, including Lindy Ruff, Ron Rolston, Ted Nolan, and Bylsma. If you include the 2014 acquisition of the Buffalo Bills, Pegula's head coach count doubles to eight [McDermott, Lynn (interim), Ryan & Marrone].' … [Read more...] about Coaching carousel could be Bylsma’s saving grace with Sabres
Sabres clearly need a talking to, so Murray plans to increase demands on Bylsma, players
'“One of my complaints was we worry way too much about the opposition – way too much about the opposition,” Murray said of the coaching staff. “I think we should worry more about what’s going on in this building, and I told them that.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres clearly need a talking to, so Murray plans to increase demands on Bylsma, players
Mike Harrington: With no ringing endorsement of Bylsma, is a Ruff reunion in the offing?
'Particularly damning was when Murray said the coaches need to cut back on videos and systems, grab a cup of coffee and get to know their players better. And you know that opinion certainly came from the players themselves.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: With no ringing endorsement of Bylsma, is a Ruff reunion in the offing?