'Clinton Arena -- which was one of the locations for the 1977 hockey classic "Slap Shot" -- has served generations of players for nearly 70 years and was completed rebuilt after a 1953 fire. It was listed on the National Historic Register in 2010 and the prize money is expected to be used on features such as the arena's roof, seating and locker rooms. The arena seats about … [Read more...] about Sabres to meet Blue Jackets in Hockeyville exhibition game in Clinton
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The NHL is coming to CNY; What are rules for preseason game rosters?
'But the NHL allows its teams great leeway in the lineups they ice in preseason games. According to Julien BriseBois, assistant general manager of Tampa Bay, the league mandates that just eight of the 20 players who dress must be considered "regular'' NHL players.' … [Read more...] about The NHL is coming to CNY; What are rules for preseason game rosters?
Buffalo, Columbus to play NHL preseason game in Mohawk Valley
'On April 14, Clinton Arena won the “Hockeyville USA” grand prize of $150,000 toward renovations and the chance to host an NHL preseason game. The Village of Clinton rink — which is celebrating 100 years of hockey and approaching 70 years old — beat out rinks in Brandon, South Dakota, Middlebury, Vermont and Shreveport, Louisiana by a vote count through Twitter and … [Read more...] about Buffalo, Columbus to play NHL preseason game in Mohawk Valley
Is John Tavares to Buffalo worth thinking about?
'A lot of what Miller says makes sense. The Sabres have a couple of really promising young pieces. Jack Eichel has already proven to be about a point a game player early in his career and Dahlin is the most hyped defenseman in years. John Tavares name is already in the rafters. You may not think that matters much, but it certainly can't hurt to have a guy helping Buffalo's … [Read more...] about Is John Tavares to Buffalo worth thinking about?
Sabres will play pre-season game in central New York
'The game will be held in Clinton, New York. Just south of Utica.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will play pre-season game in central New York
Sabres, Blue Jackets to play in Kraft Hockeyville USA game
'"The Buffalo Sabres are excited to participate in this year's Kraft Hockeyville™ USA game," Sabres General Manager Jason Botterill said. "Playing in front of Clinton's passionate hockey community in a rink like the ones many of our players grew up skating in will be a great experience for our players. We look forward to putting on a great show for the NHL fans of Central New … [Read more...] about Sabres, Blue Jackets to play in Kraft Hockeyville USA game
Do the Sabres have a realistic shot at landing John Tavares?
'"I've started talking to NHL people since the lottery. I think this makes Buffalo a legitimate contender to land John Tavares," Miller told TSN 690. "If Tavares wants to win, that's his number one thing, he wants to win and he wants to play in a hockey market, well Buffalo is a good hockey market."' … [Read more...] about Do the Sabres have a realistic shot at landing John Tavares?
Five Things to Know about Sabres' Lawrence Pilut
'Pilut is getting the rookie maximum of $925,000 for his two-year deal, the same salary Antipin earned for his one year with Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Five Things to Know about Sabres’ Lawrence Pilut
Dan Dunleavy, Sabres agree to new deal
'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
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks sign Aquin, Paquette-Bisson to AHL contracts (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres make it official, sign Swedish defenseman Lawrence Pilut
'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
In a 2015 're-draft', Eichel is still No. 2 – but it's closer than you might think
'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
Providence College is latest stop for ex-Sabres coach Rolston
'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
Sabres sign Lawrence Pilut to entry-level contract
'The Swede offers the Sabres an intriguing talent. He compiled more assists and points than any SHL defenseman in 2017-18, helping him earn the Borje Salming Trophy as the league’s best native-born defender. He ranked fifth in the SHL with 30 assists and 13th in points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Lawrence Pilut to entry-level contract
Sabres sign Pilut
'With the signing of Pilut, it makes you wonder if Botterill is going to offer a contract to restricted free agent Victor Antipin. In April, Antipin didn’t rule out returning to the KHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Pilut