'The 22-year-old standout netminder shined while with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish for the past three seasons. Last year, Petersen posted an impressive .926 save percentage and 2.22 goals against average while appearing in 40 games.' … [Read more...] about Cal Petersen heading to free agency, unlikely to sign with Sabres
Archives for June 2017
Potential targets for the Buffalo Sabres on Day 2 on the NHL Draft
'Have no fear, there are some intriguing defensive prospects still available on day two.' … [Read more...] about Potential targets for the Buffalo Sabres on Day 2 on the NHL Draft
Sabres select Mittelstadt in 1st round of 2017 NHL Draft
'Mittelstadt was No. 3 on Central Scouting's list of top North American-based skaters and was also ranked third in Kris Baker of SabresProspects.com's Top 31. He split time last season between the Green Bay Gamblers of the USHL and his high school team, where he made a run for the state title.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Mittelstadt in 1st round of 2017 NHL Draft
Botterill: Sabres were excited to select Mittelstadt at eight
'"Between [picks] seven and eight, you're excited but we were also very confident," Botterill said. "There was no discussion. We felt Casey was the player that we wanted to select at that position there."' … [Read more...] about Botterill: Sabres were excited to select Mittelstadt at eight
Botterill expects Petersen to go to free agency, move on from Sabres
'"I enjoyed interacting with him, I think he's a very professional young man and I certainly wish him all the best," Botterill said. "We always knew that was a possibility. Disappointed, but we'll move on."' … [Read more...] about Botterill expects Petersen to go to free agency, move on from Sabres
As Sabres' Botterill contemplates moves, former fan Nolan Patrick ready for draft
'“It’s a situation where there’s always discussions going on, but to say that we’re close on anything right now, no,” the Sabres’ GM told The Buffalo News on Thursday night. “There’s longer discussions. You’re always looking to try to improve the team, but just like it’s so competitive on the ice, it’s competitive off the ice. You’re working with one team on trying to fix … [Read more...] about As Sabres’ Botterill contemplates moves, former fan Nolan Patrick ready for draft
Mike Harrington: Even without high pick, it's a big day for Botterill to make some moves
'This roster needs more reshaping. More help on defense. More scoring. Decisions on key players. The amateur scouts did most of their prep work for this one and it was done by May, shortly after Botterill came on board. Housley, of course, was just hired so he's going to mostly observe those proceedings.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Even without high pick, it’s a big day for Botterill to make some moves
Draft Notebook: Pegula set to help college hockey; Stars hire Stu Barnes
'The Sabres’ owner will appear with some of hockey’s top executives Friday at a news conference that will “support college hockey.” Pegula will be joined by NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, players’ association executive assistant Mathieu Schneider, USA Hockey Executive Director Pat Kelleher, Blackhawks President John McDonough and University of Illinois Athletics Director Josh … [Read more...] about Draft Notebook: Pegula set to help college hockey; Stars hire Stu Barnes
2017-18 Sabres schedule announced
'The game vs. Vegas will be part of a four-game road trip that includes the club's annual sojourn to California against San Jose (Oct. 12), Los Angeles (Oct. 14) and Anaheim (Oct. 15). The Golden Knights make their first visit to Buffalo on March 10 in one of the Sabres' seven home matinees.' … [Read more...] about 2017-18 Sabres schedule announced
Sabres GM Jason Botterill front and center at NHL Draft
'Does Botterill want to revamp the Sabres? Or does he just want to tweak? How aggressive could he be? This weekend’s NHL Draft, which kicks off with the first round tonight at the United Center, should provide the first clues.' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill front and center at NHL Draft
2017-18 Sabres schedule features early date with Golden Knights
'The Sabres also have two three-game road trips sandwiched around the Winter Classic New Year’s Day at Citi Field in New York against the Rangers. The Sabres, however, are technically the home team for that game. They must leave town because of the World Junior Championship.' … [Read more...] about 2017-18 Sabres schedule features early date with Golden Knights
Sabres release 2017-18 regular season schedule
'March will also see the Sabres play nine of their 14 games from the KeyBank Center. This stretch includes a season-high six-game home-stand from March 10th to the 23rd. During that home-stand, the Sabres will host the Golden Knights for the first time on Saturday March 10th at 1 p.m. On Monday March 19th, Housley will go up against the Predators for the first time at home. At … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2017-18 regular season schedule
Sabres release 2017-2018 schedule
'Sabres first home game vs. Toronto -- March 5th.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2017-2018 schedule
Sabres announce 2017-18 schedule
'The Sabres open their season at home on Thursday, Oct. 5 against the Montreal Canadiens. The longest home stand of the season will take place in March, when the Sabres will play six consecutive home games in a two-week span. The team's first Western Conference road trip will begin a week after the season opener, on Thursday, Oct. 12 at San Jose, kicking off the first of … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2017-18 schedule
A deeper look at the Sabres' 2017-18 schedule
'Have family in town for Thanksgiving? We have games the Wednesday before against Minnesota and on Black Friday against Edmonton. Connor McDavid, the newly crowned Most Valuable Player should be in town for it and there's always a buzz when he matches up against Jack Eichel.' … [Read more...] about A deeper look at the Sabres’ 2017-18 schedule