'"He's pretty much the face of the team," the new Buffalo Sabres player said of Eichel. "It's definitely something pretty cool for a kid like me. Being a hockey player, you obviously know who Jack Eichel is. Getting to know him well and kind of having him welcome you in like that is something really special for me."' … [Read more...] about After eating with Eichel, Sabres’ Mittelstadt eager to feast on life in NHL
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Sabres' Mittelstadt on Buffalo, No. 37, lunch with Eichel
'"I just met Jack," Mittelstadt said. "We went out to lunch, which was nice to kind of get to know him. Obviously, he's pretty much the face of the team and obviously he's a really good player, makes some plays that other guys can't. It was nice to get to know him a little bit.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Mittelstadt on Buffalo, No. 37, lunch with Eichel
Sabres send Justin Bailey back to Amerks
'Bailey was in Buffalo on an emergency recall. Because the Sabres had enough healthy players the past three games, they would have needed a regular recall to dress the 22-year-old. Teams have just four following the trade deadline, and the Sabres didn't want to burn one.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send Justin Bailey back to Amerks
Sabres Notebook: Okposo is Masterton nominee; Hasek bobblehead for fans
'Okposo, who landed in the neuro ICU unit of Buffalo General Medical Center last year after a serious reaction to concussion medication, is a nominee for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. Okposo was selected in a vote of the Buffalo chapter of the Professional Hockey Writers Association. The award honors the player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Okposo is Masterton nominee; Hasek bobblehead for fans
Christian Ehrhoff retires, on Sabres' payroll through 2027-28
'He wasn't interested in the Sabres' rebuild and Buffalo wasn't interested in the "cap-recapture penalties" implemented in the 2013 collective bargaining agreement. The team used a compliance buyout in June 2014 after just three seasons of the 10-year contract.' … [Read more...] about Christian Ehrhoff retires, on Sabres’ payroll through 2027-28
Slick prospect Casey Mittelstadt excited to join Sabres
'“As young as I can remember I wanted to play in the NHL,” Mittelstadt said Tuesday during his introductory news conference inside KeyBank Center. “My steps were always kind of I want to play high school, I want to go be a Gopher and go to the NHL. It’s pretty much every Minnesota kid’s dream.' … [Read more...] about Slick prospect Casey Mittelstadt excited to join Sabres
After lunch with Eichel, Mittelstadt eager for Sabres’ debut
'If the 21-year-old Eichel is the undisputed face of the Sabres, Mittelstadt is being counted upon to be a valuable addition in the struggling franchise’s bid to rebuild with youth. He was selected with the No. 8 pick in the draft last year, and signed with Buffalo a little more than a week after the playmaking center completed his freshman season at the University of … [Read more...] about After lunch with Eichel, Mittelstadt eager for Sabres’ debut
Ehrhoff retires, still owed $8.5M by Sabres
'He was bought out by Buffalo after just three seasons in 2014, leaving the team with an annual payment of $857,143 for 14 years. He is still owed $8.57 million by the Sabres and will receive cheques through 2027-28. He does not, however, count against the Sabres salary cap.' … [Read more...] about Ehrhoff retires, still owed $8.5M by Sabres
Sabres' Mittelstadt has already been welcomed in by his teammates
'I think it’s important that team members like Eichel have already reached out to the kid. Mittelstadt said, “It’s definitely something pretty cool for a kid like me. Being a hockey player you obviously know who Jack Eichel is and getting to know him well and having him welcome you in like that is something really special for me.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Mittelstadt has already been welcomed in by his teammates
Mittelstadt, the magician
'I was impressed with Mittelstadt's performance during the IIHF World Junior Championship when he was under some pressure. He was expected to be one of the leaders for Team USA and a key offensive threat. Plus, Mittelstadt was playing in the spotlight since the tournament was held in Buffalo where Sabres fans were awaiting his arrival. He did not disappoint while tying for the … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt, the magician
Sabres' Okposo nominated for the Masterton Trophy
'The local chapter of the Professional Hockey Writers' Association voted on the nomination.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Okposo nominated for the Masterton Trophy
Mittelstadt: this was the right decision for me
'"Obviously it's an exciting time for me and my family, we're definitely looking forward to it," Mittelstadt said. "Obviously to get out here and get a few games in will definitely be fun, kind of get up to the speed of the game and get going."' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt: this was the right decision for me
Mittelstadt on joining Sabres: “I’ve lived a perfect life so far.”
'“It was always a dream, as young as I can remember I wanted to play in the NHL,” he said. “My steps were to play in high school, I wanted to go be a Gopher and go to the NHL. It’s pretty much every Minnesota kid’s dream. I’ve lived a pretty perfect life to this point.”' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt on joining Sabres: “I’ve lived a perfect life so far.”
Eichel, Sabres full of hope, promise for future
'"We've got to get this thing turned around here. It's been a tough few years. It's a big win [against Toronto], but overall we need to take the right steps to get in the right direction and get away from this losing habit here. I thought tonight was a good example of what we can do when we put our heads down and bear down."' … [Read more...] about Eichel, Sabres full of hope, promise for future
Mittelstadt to cap busy year with NHL debut for Sabres
'"It's definitely been a whirlwind, I'm not going to lie," Mittelstadt said Tuesday. "I think making my decision and then traveling out here so fast, getting on the ice and trying to do the little things, trying to get myself ready for Thursday, I think it's been a bit of a whirlwind.' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt to cap busy year with NHL debut for Sabres