'It may be a good year or two before Mittelstadt will have a chance to play with Eichel though. This fall, Mittelstadt will start his freshman year of college at the University of Minnesota. The Minnesota native expects to build up his strength while playing for the Golden Gophers, along with improving his play on the ice. And while the NCAA will surely help Mittelstadt’s … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt enjoying his early time with the Sabres
Archives for July 2017
Glotov at a crossroads heading into 2017-18 season
'"I don't have any contracts right now," Glotov said following his session in Day 2 of development camp at HarborCenter. "I'm going to talk to Buffalo [about] what they want [and] where they want to see me play. So we'll see."' … [Read more...] about Glotov at a crossroads heading into 2017-18 season
Things for Buffalo and Rochester have started at this camp
'In the past few days I’ve heard many talk about the players have been told to work hard and have fun. Taylor said, “First of all its hockey. That’s the most important thing, it’s a game still where if you enjoy what you do, you’re going to perform. We don’t want people uptight, you’re holding the stick, you can’t make a pass, you’re not talking to each other, its a feeling out … [Read more...] about Things for Buffalo and Rochester have started at this camp
Sabres sound off after Day 3 of development camp
'"Obviously, you see there are jobs open, and you know for me, I want to finish the summer and do everything in my power or at the end of the day I know I did everything I could to make this team in the fall."' … [Read more...] about Sabres sound off after Day 3 of development camp
Fans impress Luukkonen during Development Camp
'"It was great to see so many, so many people watching the practice. Usually in Finland it's not really that popular especially on the junior teams where I play,” he said. “There aren't that many people watching you play the games, so it was great to see that were so many spectators at the practice."' … [Read more...] about Fans impress Luukkonen during Development Camp
Rangers officially hire Lindy Ruff as assistant coach
'The 57-year-old, who played 10 seasons with the Sabres as a player, returned to Buffalo in 1997 and spent 15 years as the head coach before being fired 17 games into the 2012-2013 season.' … [Read more...] about Rangers officially hire Lindy Ruff as assistant coach
Sabres rebuild begins with new coach, general manager
'Botterill went to work on the roster with some major trades and a minor splash into the free agent market on July 1. The question now is do the Sabres have enough to climb the standings to get into the playoffs for the first time since 2011?' … [Read more...] about Sabres rebuild begins with new coach, general manager
Camp notebook: Finally healthy, Malone looking forward to 1st pro season
'"After my season ended, I wanted to get a taste somewhere," Malone said. "I was able to learn some things by talking to some of the guys there that learned from their experiences as a younger player going to play professional, so I'm hoping to take what I learned from them and apply it to next season."' … [Read more...] about Camp notebook: Finally healthy, Malone looking forward to 1st pro season
As top pick, lots of eyes are on Casey Mittelstadt's mitts
'"To be honest, I think for me the hands are the last thing to come back," he said. "I've been skating back home so that helps. Especially wanting to come to camp not too rusty. The hands are the most important part of my game. When they come back is when I think I'm playing well."' … [Read more...] about As top pick, lots of eyes are on Casey Mittelstadt’s mitts
Mystery draft pick revealed: Laaksonen gets his chance at Sabres camp
'"I got a text from my agent and he said, 'You've been drafted' and I was like, 'it's the third round' and he was like, 'No, this is not fake,' " Laaksonen said. "I was like, "Oh my God, Oh my God.' I run to my mother and hugged her. It was a special moment."' … [Read more...] about Mystery draft pick revealed: Laaksonen gets his chance at Sabres camp
Sabres name Hockey Canada's Ryan Jankowski director of amateur scouting
'Greg Royce had been in that role but was fired in April along with former GM Tim Murray. Head amateur scout Jeff Crisp, in his first year in Buffalo after 13 years in Anaheim, essentially filled in that role for the draft last month in Chicago. Crisp has now been promoted to assistant director of amateur scouting.' … [Read more...] about Sabres name Hockey Canada’s Ryan Jankowski director of amateur scouting
Sabres notebook: Why no development camp scrimmage?
'"Summer training for players this age is critical," said assistant GM Randy Sexton. "I've seen it happen in other development camps where you have these high-intensity scrimmages or practices. Kids are competitive by nature and now you've got five kids that are nursing injuries for 2-3 weeks. And that throws a serious wrench into their training regiments. So we need to be … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Why no development camp scrimmage?
Little-known prospect Oskari Laaksonen knew Sabres had interest
'Laaksonen’s selection surprised just about everyone. Even in this age of information, essentially only some statistics and his outdated height and weight were available to journalists and fans.' … [Read more...] about Little-known prospect Oskari Laaksonen knew Sabres had interest
Sabres assistant GM Randy Sexton passionate about new job
'“When Jason asked me to come aboard, I thought this was just the perfect opportunity to start to rebuild another championship team,” he said following the first session of development camp. “I know it’s kind of an old saying, but it’s too good an opportunity to pass on.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres assistant GM Randy Sexton passionate about new job
Sabres' Asplund seems to be developing at a good pace
'“It’s a good spot for me to stay in Sweden and not to sign this year and I’m happy about it, one more year in Sweden would be great for me. Maybe I’ll have a chance to play for the National Team and with Olympic Games coming up too and NHL players aren’t allowed to go, maybe I’ll have a chance to train for that too.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Asplund seems to be developing at a good pace