Archives for May 2018

'Mark Preisler, the executive vice president for media and content for Pegula Sports and Entertainment (PSE), said Dunleavy remains the heir apparent to Jeanneret once the broadcasting legend retires.' … [Read more...] about Dan Dunleavy, Sabres agree to new deal

'Pilut will head to North America following a stellar season in the Swedish Elite League. He led all defensemen with 38 points in 52 games, recording eight goals and 30 assists for HV71. He was named SHL Defenseman of the Year and also won the Salming Trophy as the best Swedish-born blue-liner.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make it official, sign Swedish defenseman Lawrence Pilut

'After a 56-point rookie year, Eichel has 121 points in 128 games the last two seasons but also has a minus-38 rating. Wheeler and others in the game at least wonder if Mathew Barzal of the Islanders, Zach Werenski of the Blue Jackets or Mitch Marner of the Leafs might develop into the second-best player from what is clearly a deep class.' … [Read more...] about In a 2015 ‘re-draft’, Eichel is still No. 2 – but it’s closer than you might think

'Rolston, who served this season as a volunteer assistant at Providence College and an assistant on Team USA at the Pyeongchang Olympics, has been named a full-time assistant on Providence's 2018-19 staff.' … [Read more...] about Providence College is latest stop for ex-Sabres coach Rolston

'“I think Russ was a key figure in retaining the Buffalo Bills organization for Western New York,” said Colleen DiPirro, former president and CEO of the Amherst Chamber of Commerce, who has known Brandon personally and professionally for years. “And to making them a competitive team from a marketing and ticket sales standpoint, against much larger markets. And he added a level … [Read more...] about Business leaders say Bills, Sabres can fill any void left by Russ Brandon’s exit

'"It wasn't bad," Sabres equipment manager Rip Simonick, who has been with the team since its founding, said Friday. "Punch Imlach, he went with all the guys that had credentials, had won the Stanley Cup and had some background in winning. That was the key for Punch.' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Buffalo’s expansion team had its share of stars, victories

'"I want to change. I want to be in Buffalo. I love it there. Obviously, we're getting the first pick, which will be huge, but, gosh, it's a great city and I want to be there and I want to win. Yeah, I was just being honest, and I feel I need to do that more."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ryan O’Reilly on Buffalo: ‘I want to be there and I want to win’