'While making the playoffs in 2019 would certainly be a great achievement, the Sabres — like the Buffalo Bills — are looking for more than just flash in the pan success. Building a strong organizational foundation needs to be the focus not only this offseason, but in the seasons to come.' … [Read more...] about ‘Hope’ the operative word for Sabres on draft night
Archives for June 22, 2018
Rasmus Dahlin keeps thoughts close before NHL Draft
'Dahlin has a pleasant and quiet demeanor that is more noticeable when it’s contrasted against his chattier peers. At the end of the skills clinic, the children formed one long queue on the ice. Like an assembly line, they skated up to each prospect, got their jersey signed, and moved on to the next guy.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin keeps thoughts close before NHL Draft
Is Dahlin the Sabres' savior? The psychology of first-round hype
'“Today, kids will pick up their phone all day long, and it’s probably human nature to want to hear what people are saying,” says McKee, who is now the head coach of the Kitchener Rangers, a major junior team largely comprised of players ages 16 to 20. “You all see all these people liking and favoriting these pictures of you and articles about you. I think the stresses and the … [Read more...] about Is Dahlin the Sabres’ savior? The psychology of first-round hype
Frolunda auctioning off signed, game-worn Dahlin jerseys
'Bids for both jerseys exceeded $700 as of Thursday night. The auction ends on Tuesday at 4 a.m.' … [Read more...] about Frolunda auctioning off signed, game-worn Dahlin jerseys
Sabres announce 2018-19 regular season schedule
'Evander Kane will play against his former team for the first time on Oct. 18 when the San Jose Sharks host the Sabres. He'll play in Buffalo for the first time since the trade on Nov. 27. Patrick Kane will make his annual pilgrimage to his hometown on Feb. 1, while the Sabres will visit Chicago on March 7.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2018-19 regular season schedule
Rasmus Dahlin has opportunity to become one of Sabres’ greats
'“Like, if you didn’t know … you’d be like, ‘Wow … this guy is a first-line center. That’s where he’ll play at in the NHL.’”' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin has opportunity to become one of Sabres’ greats
2018-19 Sabres schedule features early home stand, long January break
'The Sabres’ bye week coincides with the NHL All-Star break, so after their Jan. 18 game in Vancouver, they don’t play again until Jan. 29 in Columbus.' … [Read more...] about 2018-19 Sabres schedule features early home stand, long January break
Prep Sports Awards: Buffalo Sabre Jake McCabe tells local athletes to never lose sight of ultimate goals
'Overcoming disappointment was one of McCabe’s main messages to the high school athletes honored at the Prep Sports Awards on Thursday. “You’re going to have disappointments,” he said. “Don’t lose sight of your ultimate goal. Don’t doubt yourself.”' … [Read more...] about Prep Sports Awards: Buffalo Sabre Jake McCabe tells local athletes to never lose sight of ultimate goals
Commentary: Eichel’s days as face of Sabres are numbered
'While Eichel will continue to be loved by the fan base, his presence alone has not translated into success for the team on the ice. If the win totals increase with the addition of Dahlin into the lineup, it is likely to assume that he will take up the mantle of being the face of the franchise.' … [Read more...] about Commentary: Eichel’s days as face of Sabres are numbered
Dahlin is ready to finally be drafted into the NHL
'Dahlin has visited the city of Buffalo twice since last December and it seems to have made an impression on him, “It was awesome when I was there for the combine. They have great fans, it’s a great city, it’s a small city and I come from a small city, so it’s perfect for me, so we will see what is happening tomorrow.”' … [Read more...] about Dahlin is ready to finally be drafted into the NHL
Bodin: Dahlin was a revelation
'"I just remember the first few times seeing him in the SHL as a 16-year-old doing things that you don't see anyone do as a defenseman. Here's a defenseman who dekes the opposing players, goes end-to-end and scores these Bobby Orr goals basically. You don't see that, and I've never seen that covering hockey in my years. It was a revelation, to me, as to the way he played the … [Read more...] about Bodin: Dahlin was a revelation
Report: Sabres expected to let Robin Lehner become UFA
'Lehner has been the Sabres primary goaltender for the past three seasons, with a 42-61-22 record with a 2.77 goals against average and .917 save percentage in 133 starts for Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres expected to let Robin Lehner become UFA
Would Max Pacioretty be a good fit with the Sabres?
'One stat that could indicate that Pacioretty is poised for a bounce back season is shot percentage. Last season he was firing at 8%, the lowest since his second year in the league. Pacioretty's average shot percentage for his career is 11%. Now maybe he never gets back to the rate he was once scoring at. Matt Moulson had a 14% shot percentage with the Islanders. From age 30 on … [Read more...] about Would Max Pacioretty be a good fit with the Sabres?
Sabres 2018-19 schedule has been released
'-The Sabres will be very quick with the Western Conference champion Vegas Golden Knights, hosting them on October 8th, then closing their season series the next week on October 16th.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 2018-19 schedule has been released
Buffalo already feels like home for Rasmus Dahlin
'"It was awesome when we were there for the combine," Dahlin said in Dallas on Thursday. "Like I said, they have great fans and it's a great city. It's a small city and I come from a small city so, yeah, it's perfect in Buffalo, so we'll see what's happening tomorrow."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo already feels like home for Rasmus Dahlin