'Former Sabre Evander Kane is nominated in the "Best Dog" category for his pet chihuahua Penelope.' … [Read more...] about Eichel and Reinhart nominated for NHL’s ‘Best Bromance’
Archives for 2018
Sabres, Dahlin prepare for NHL Draft
'"Nothing is certain until the draft," he said. "If I'm coming here I would love to be here. I heard great fans and everyone loves hockey here. So it seems like Buffalo is a great city."' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Dahlin prepare for NHL Draft
Mike Harrington: It's a whirlwind day for Dahlin at his first NHL game
'But Dahlin's whirlwind day at the Stanley Cup final had an even bigger highlight: A session with the inimitable Don Cherry.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s a whirlwind day for Dahlin at his first NHL game
Phil Housley on Sabres' top pick: 'It's going to be an exciting player'
'“I watched to see how he would do in his testing, and other players as well,” said Housley, who was also present at Jim Kelly's celebrity golf tournament in Batavia on Monday. “I thought he did a terrific job. We’re just excited for the draft June 22 in Dallas and it’s going to be exciting having the No. 1 overall pick. I’m not going to comment on anything. What I’ll say is … [Read more...] about Phil Housley on Sabres’ top pick: ‘It’s going to be an exciting player’
Hockey star Mowers never dreamed of it
'Mowers, who had 18 goals and 44 assists in the NHL, did some intermission broadcasts during Bruins games on New England Sports Network for a little while, and then was named pro scout of the NHL’s Montreal Canadiens. Mowers is now nearing the end of his first year as a pro scout for the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Hockey star Mowers never dreamed of it
Sabres' Housley has kept his eye on Dahlin
'Housley wouldn’t talk like they’re taking Dahlin, but he did say, “Winning the lottery was huge for us and I just had a sixth sense that we were going to be able to get that pick, I just knew it when they came down to two and when they flipped that logo over, just like you guys, we were back home in Minnesota high-fiving, so it’s an exciting time for the Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Housley has kept his eye on Dahlin
Bob McKenzie on Ryan O'Reilly: "Carolina has interest"
'Jeff Skinner would be an interesting piece for the Sabres to bring back in a trade. He has just one more year on his contract at $5.725 million. Skinner is now 26 years old, coming off a 49-point season. Two years ago, 2016-17, was one of Skinner's best seasons of his career. He tied his career high point total with 63, and set a career high in goals with 37. Despite … [Read more...] about Bob McKenzie on Ryan O’Reilly: “Carolina has interest”
Housley: I'm sure Botterill will make right choice
'"I'm sure he [Jason Botterill] is going to make the right choice," Housley said while cracking a smile at the Jim Kelly Charity Golf Classic on Monday. "We're excited to have the No. 1 pick, obviously. It's going to be a special player. I'm really excited, winning the lottery was huge for us. I just had this sense we were going to get that pick..."' … [Read more...] about Housley: I’m sure Botterill will make right choice
Jack & Sam up for "Best Bromance" in the NHL
'It's no stranger the two Sabres forward are good linemates, they're also pretty great friends off the ice (and roommates) and now the duo has a chance to win "Best Bromance" with the NHL Fan Choice Awards.' … [Read more...] about Jack & Sam up for “Best Bromance” in the NHL
Combine Notebook: Dahlin completes tests, will join other prospects at Cup final
'"It was fun and it was kind of hard," the NHL's presumptive No. 1 draft pick said after his turn at the league's Scouting Combine in HarborCenter. "The Wingate (bike test) is pretty tough. I rode the bike a lot. I've trained overall but not specifically for the Wingate."' … [Read more...] about Combine Notebook: Dahlin completes tests, will join other prospects at Cup final
Mike Harrington: Dahlin the latest entry to Sweden's burgeoning defense crop
'Why so many defenseman from Sweden? "We like to have the puck and skate with the puck," Dahlin said. "We have great movement on the ice. That's the main thing."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Dahlin the latest entry to Sweden’s burgeoning defense crop
Rick Dudley explains NHL's combine's fuzzy numbers, but recalls that one sure thing
'Dudley was the assistant to Blackhawks GM Dale Tallon when they drafted Kane first overall in 2007. "About halfway through the first game Tallon watched with me, he leaned over and said, 'That's our guy. We can leave now,' " Dudley said. "There were people who didn't think he was the first pick of that draft class. But I never went to an amateur or pro game where he didn't … [Read more...] about Rick Dudley explains NHL’s combine’s fuzzy numbers, but recalls that one sure thing
High school prospect Jay O’Brien could be intriguing option for Sabres
'“He’s a dynamic offensive player, thinks the game very well,” NHL Central Scouting’s Dave Gregory said. “One of those (players who’s) two steps ahead in the playmaking and (possesses) a great compete level to go with it. So very, very good upside for him.”' … [Read more...] about High school prospect Jay O’Brien could be intriguing option for Sabres
Dahlin wrapped up his Scouting Combine on Saturday
'The answer is Dahlin did 10 pullups and he did not vomit after the Wingate. As far as how the whole experience was, Dahlin said, “It was fun, it was kind of hard, but most of the time it was fun.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin wrapped up his Scouting Combine on Saturday
Rasmus Dahlin prefers to keep it mild while getting a taste of Buffalo
'He gets a pass, as long as he didn't use ranch.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin prefers to keep it mild while getting a taste of Buffalo