'The schedule for the first four days of training camp is below. All practice times are subject to change.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2018 training camp roster
Archives for 2018
Breaking down the Sabres' 2018-19 training camp roster
'Competition also exists at center, where Patrik Berglund has been added to a group headlined by young, dynamic playmakers in Jack Eichel and Casey Mittelstadt. Options here also include a veteran holdover in Johan Larsson, versatile wingers in Zemgus Girgensons and Evan Rodrigues, and up-and-comers in Rasmus Asplund and Sean Malone, among others.' … [Read more...] about Breaking down the Sabres’ 2018-19 training camp roster
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks sign four players to one-year deals (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks sign four to AHL contracts (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Mike Harrington: Reinhart saga the big blemish on wild Prospects weekend
'"We just have to come to a fair deal," Botterill said. "I'm very excited to see Sam and it's evident he's worked very hard this summer, just like a lot of our other players. ... For him to be here and start to interact, I think that's a great sign.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Reinhart saga the big blemish on wild Prospects weekend
Observations from the Sabres' 10-2 win over Pittsburgh
'Buffalo broke to a 3-0 lead after two periods and exploded in the third period for seven goals while outshooting the Penguins 20-4.' … [Read more...] about Observations from the Sabres’ 10-2 win over Pittsburgh
Sabres GM Jason Botterill optimistic about signing Sam Reinhart
'“I’m excited that Sam’s in town here working out with our guys, being a part of things,” Botterill said after Prospects Challenge rookie tournament ended this afternoon. “We continue our dialogue with his agent and (we are) still very hopeful to get a deal done.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill optimistic about signing Sam Reinhart
R.I.T. grad Myles Powell grateful for time with Sabres
'The 5-foot-9, 174-pound Powell has an AHL contract for 2018-19. He began his pro career late last season, playing four games for the Rochester Americans and another five with the Cincinnati Cyclones, the Sabres’ ECHL affiliate.' … [Read more...] about R.I.T. grad Myles Powell grateful for time with Sabres
Sabres defeat Penguins 10-2 to claim Prospects Challenge title
'After leading 3-0 at the end of the second period, the Sabres quickly secured a fourth goal as the third period opened. Alex Nylander rifled a shot home to start the surge, but the Penguins answered back with two quick goals of their own to make the score 4-2. From there, Buffalo dominated the game, scoring six unanswered goals as the Penguins faded. The Sabres offense was … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Penguins 10-2 to claim Prospects Challenge title
Sabres' Botterill enjoyed the Prospects Challenge as the Sabres win
'This was the first time Botterill got to see Dahlin in a Sabres sweater as he played two of the three games. He said, “He’s an impressive young man, we had a lot of European players here and for them to get that experience on the smaller ice surface, was very helpful. Some of the feedback we’ve given to him, he’s very coachable and it’s one of the reasons our coaching staff is … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Botterill enjoyed the Prospects Challenge as the Sabres win
Sabres blow past Pens 10-2 in Prospects Challenge Finale
'Rasmus Asplund, who will likely contend for a roster spot when camp opens on Friday, tallied a goal and added three assists in the victory.' … [Read more...] about Sabres blow past Pens 10-2 in Prospects Challenge Finale
Botterill "hopeful" Sabres & Reinhart can agree to new deal
'"Well look, I'm excited that Sam is in town here working out with guys, working out with our guys and being a part of things. We continue our dialogue with his agent and still very hopeful to get a deal done," Botterill said after the Prospects Challenge wrapped u on Monday at HarborCenter.' … [Read more...] about Botterill “hopeful” Sabres & Reinhart can agree to new deal
Dahlin 'super excited' for Sabres training camp
'"The main camp is the next thing so I'm super excited," said the 18-year-old defenseman, who was the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NHL Draft. "This prospects tournament was good. It was nice to get to know all the guys in the locker room, and it was a great experience to get back to the real game again and be able to be on the small ice (in North America). I think the main thing was … [Read more...] about Dahlin ‘super excited’ for Sabres training camp
Dahlin bonds with fellow Sabres rookies Mittelstadt, Nylander
'"It's very important to be comfortable with your teammates so when the season starts, you enjoy playing together ... that's the biggest thing," Dahlin said. "On the ice, you talk a lot out there with your friends and you compete together, do something together, and that means a lot."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin bonds with fellow Sabres rookies Mittelstadt, Nylander
Reinhart contract talks progressing, Sabres GM says
'"You're always optimistic [that a contract will be done], and that's what we're trying to be right now," Botterill said. "I think both sides are very complimentary and we're just trying to find a deal."' … [Read more...] about Reinhart contract talks progressing, Sabres GM says
Sabres cap Prospects Challenge with 10-goal effort vs. Pens
'"I think overall it was a great weekend," Sabres general manage Jason Botterill said. "Just the atmosphere in the building on Friday and Saturday night certainly got our players excited, and I really liked the effort from the entire team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres cap Prospects Challenge with 10-goal effort vs. Pens