'"He's playing well positionally and making some plays down low," Housley said after practice in KeyBank Center. "He just hasn't found the net so he's earned that opportunity to get back up there with Jack."' … [Read more...] about Reinhart avoids press box, ready for chance with Eichel
Archives for December 2017
Sabres Notebook: Lehner a snazzy masked man as Winter Classic prep cranks up
'"It was an old Buffalo mask. I tried it on and I have a lot of respect for them," Lehner said sheepishly. "I took one off the dome and it felt pretty good. We'll see if we can beef it up."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Lehner a snazzy masked man as Winter Classic prep cranks up
Pegulas add the Buffalo Beauts to their hockey holdings
'It is the first of the four teams in the NWHL to have outside ownership. The other three teams are owned by the league while the Metropolitan Riveters have a "strategic alliance" with the New Jersey Devils. The Riverters play at the Devils' practice rink.' … [Read more...] about Pegulas add the Buffalo Beauts to their hockey holdings
Sabres have become tight-knit group
'“It’s just a bunch of guys that get along together on and off the ice,” said winger Jason Pominville, who rejoined the Sabres in June after five years in Minnesota. “Some guys have played together a little while, some guys have come in from different teams. Overall, we’re a young team. It seems like all the young guys get along together.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres have become tight-knit group
Sabres goalie Robin Lehner debuts different masks
'Beef it up for the upcoming Winter Classic on New Year’s Day at Citi Field. Lehner would like to warm up for the outdoor game wearing the old mask, which belonged to former goalie Paul Harrison, who played six games for the Sabres in 1981-82.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Robin Lehner debuts different masks
Friday's Philadelphia Coverage
Flyers-Sabres preview: While Nolan Patrick's team shines, Jack Eichel's team struggles (Philadelphia Inquirer) Surging Flyers visit slumping Sabres (The Sports Xchange) Flyers at Sabres preview (NHL.com) 5 things: Flyers vs. Sabres (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Sabres owners purchase women’s league Buffalo Beauts
'The Pegulas will become the first private owners to have full control of one of the NWHL’s four franchises in a move that further expands the league’s ties to the NHL. Two months ago, the New Jersey Devils reached what was called “a strategic alliance” with the Metropolitan Riveters in which they also gained partial ownership of the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres owners purchase women’s league Buffalo Beauts
Sabres’ Lehner pays tribute to Hasek with Winter Classic mask
'The mask is much more modern than the one Lehner was skating around with before practice on Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Lehner pays tribute to Hasek with Winter Classic mask
NWHL's Buffalo Beauts acquired by the Pegulas
'All four teams were owned by the league for their first two years of existence. The Pegulas are the second ownership group to acquire a team in the NWHL with the New Jersey Devils purchasing part of the Riveters in October of 2017.' … [Read more...] about NWHL’s Buffalo Beauts acquired by the Pegulas
As Winter Classic approaches, Lehner has fun with equipment at practice
'After Chad Johnson debuted a Winter Classic inspired goalie mask earlier in the week, Robin Lehner joined in on the fun on Thursday. The goalie took warm-up shots prior to practice sporting an old-fashioned mask reminiscent of the 1970s, topped with a toque.' … [Read more...] about As Winter Classic approaches, Lehner has fun with equipment at practice
Terry and Kim Pegula acquire Buffalo Beauts
'"We want to contribute to the growth of women's hockey," Kim Pegula said. "HarborCenter has allowed us to make a positive impact on the game at the amateur, high school and collegiate levels, and we believe this is the perfect time to expand our reach to include women's professional hockey through the NWHL. This sport provides outstanding opportunities, and we are committed to … [Read more...] about Terry and Kim Pegula acquire Buffalo Beauts
Struggling Sam Reinhart gets bump to Sabres' top line
'Reinhart has five goals and six assists in 34 games this season, putting the former No. 2 overall pick on pace for 12 goals and 14 assists. Reinhart has no goals and one assist in the past 12 games.' … [Read more...] about Struggling Sam Reinhart gets bump to Sabres’ top line
Sabres loan Nylander to Sweden for world juniors
'Nylander has two goals and four points in 15 games for the Amerks. He started his season late after suffering a lower-body injury during the Sabres' prospect challenge in September.' … [Read more...] about Sabres loan Nylander to Sweden for world juniors
Christmas comes early for Buffalo children thanks to Sabres' Evander Kane
'"It's just something that I probably enjoy more than the kids do, which is hard to believe," Kane said. "But for me it's something that I take pride in. Being in the position I'm in, I'm able to do that. It's something that I want to do."' … [Read more...] about Christmas comes early for Buffalo children thanks to Sabres’ Evander Kane
Sabres again selling autographed Christmas ornaments
'Ornaments will be sold during Friday's game against Philadelphia in KeyBank Center. The Sabres' wives and girlfriends will begin selling them in the 100 and 200 levels at 5 p.m. The sale will continue until supplies are gone.' … [Read more...] about Sabres again selling autographed Christmas ornaments