'When TSN did its preseason list of the game's top 50 players, Eichel was only No. 33. But a big reason he can break out is his line. In wingers Jeff Skinner and Sam Reinhart, Eichel has two scoring options at his side and that's something he's never really had. There should be far fewer missed opportunities than in the past.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s still about how far Jack Eichel can take Sabres
Archives for 2018
Sabres' message to a green Dahlin: Relax, Rasmus
'Dahlin shrugged. He shrugs a lot, actually. He’ll shrug his shoulders if he’s unsure what to say, or shrug off a question – politely, as always – if he doesn’t want to say any more. Though Dahlin does have to grapple with something of a language barrier, you don’t get the sense that it’s the English he is still learning that holds him back in conversations. (His English is … [Read more...] about Sabres’ message to a green Dahlin: Relax, Rasmus
A healthy and optimistic Rick Jeanneret expects the Sabres jokes to end
'“My optimism has returned, however. I am hoping it doesn’t turn into pessimism. I think they are a much-improved hockey club. Much improved. The only thing I might be concerned about is, boy, are they young. There will be some bumps along the way because of that."' … [Read more...] about A healthy and optimistic Rick Jeanneret expects the Sabres jokes to end
Fans' guide to the Sabres' 2018-19 season
'Prices range from $40 to $190 for Tier I games, $34 to $140 for Tier II games, $28 to $102 for Tier III games and $20 to $97 for Tier IV games. The prices are a slight decrease from the initial starting point last season.' … [Read more...] about Fans’ guide to the Sabres’ 2018-19 season
Sabres claim Remi Elie on waivers, finalize 23-man roster
'The 6-foot-1, 215-pound Elie, 23, has played 90 NHL games, compiling seven goals, 21 points and 26 penalty minutes. Last season, his first full big league campaign, he scored six goals and 14 points in 72 contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres claim Remi Elie on waivers, finalize 23-man roster
Bills, Sabres hire executive to oversee government relations
'Schoepflin has extensive connections at the state level by having spent the past eight years working in the administration of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo.' … [Read more...] about Bills, Sabres hire executive to oversee government relations
Why the Sabres are everyone's sleeper pick
'"You see what they did this summer, and they lost Ryan O'Reilly, obviously, who is a really good player," one player said. "But they added so much depth. Tage Thompson, he's a good young player. I've seen him play. Jeff Skinner is going to score a bunch. And they have Dahlin, who everyone says is the real deal. They can't mess this up, right?"' … [Read more...] about Why the Sabres are everyone’s sleeper pick
The Sabres roster to start the season is set
'By my calculations, the Sabres are $617,976 under the cap.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres roster to start the season is set
The Sabres claim Remi Elie from Dallas
'Elie was a teammate of Connor McDavid’s in Erie when he had 42 points in 28 games. That season he had 76 points in 63 games.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres claim Remi Elie from Dallas
Okposo: Our speed up front has 'vastly improved'
'"You get excited. There's nerves and excitement, some anticipation, optimism. You just want to show everybody what you've got, what you did in the summer, how much you've improved as a team. It's a huge opportunity for us," said Okposo on Tuesday morning with Howard Simon and Jeremy White. "With the way that our season went least year, there's no place to go but up. I think we … [Read more...] about Okposo: Our speed up front has ‘vastly improved’
Buffalo Sabres finalize 23-man roster
'Among the players to make the team, Remi Elie, who was claimed off waivers just a few hours prior.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres finalize 23-man roster
Sabres Set Roster To Start 2018 Season
'The Sabres have 13 forwards, including centers Jack Eichel and Casey Mittelstadt. Patrik Berglund, Zemgus Girgensons, Johan Larsson, Sean Malone, Kyle Okposo, Jason Pominville, Sam Reinhart, Evan Rodrigues, Conor Sheary, Jeff Skinner, Vladimir Sobotka, Tage Thompson and Scott Wilson round out the offense. Larsson, Wilson and Malone are currently on injured reserve.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Set Roster To Start 2018 Season
Sabres 2018-2019 Season Preview: Is making the postseason a realistic expectation?
'80-90 points shouldn't be out of the realm of possibility for this team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 2018-2019 Season Preview: Is making the postseason a realistic expectation?
Sabres claim Elie off waivers
'Elie (6'1", 215 lbs., 4/16/1995) was drafted by the Stars in the second round (40th overall) of the 2013 NHL Draft and has combined to record 21 points (7+14) in 90 NHL games during the last two seasons. He has also recorded 46 points (16+30) in 121 career AHL contests and added nine points (2+7) in 19 AHL playoff games last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres claim Elie off waivers
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks open new season on Friday with high expectations (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage