'"They're getting shots on goal. Rasmus Dahlin is starting to come into his own. If [Carter] Hutton and [Linus] Ullmark can get back to what they were earlier in the season, the Sabres have a great chance."' … [Read more...] about Leahy: “If Hutton & Ullmark can get back to what they were earlier, the Sabres have a great chance”
Archives for January 2019
Eichel, Skinner carry chemistry into All-Star Weekend
'"He's a great player. For me being a winger, you just try and read off him and it sort of gradually comes," Skinner said. "I think it's going to continue to improve, hopefully, as long as we play together. I think the more you play with a player of that caliber, the more you get to know where he likes that space, where he likes the puck, when he likes to have the puck and when … [Read more...] about Eichel, Skinner carry chemistry into All-Star Weekend
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Johansson returns from Cincinnati (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
In Eichel and Skinner, Sabres adding double dose of talent to All-Star Game
'"You're not going to have a good season unless your teammates are playing well. That's the cool part," Skinner said when the vote was announced Jan. 11 on the day he returned to Carolina. "My family was thinking about it more than me. It just shows the passion and how much the fans love the Sabres. It's a pretty cool feeling."' … [Read more...] about In Eichel and Skinner, Sabres adding double dose of talent to All-Star Game
Former Sabres top pick Nylander encouraged by progress with Amerks
'But that many minor-league games can be mentally trying for a player of Nylander's pedigree. While others his age or younger are thriving in the NHL, Nylander is still fine-tuning his game in the minors. That has created both internal and external angst at times.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres top pick Nylander encouraged by progress with Amerks
Justin Bailey felt a trade was coming before Flyers acquired him
'“I was drafted by (Darcy) Regier in ‘13 and I think he got let go the year after. It went to Tim Murray and Tim Murray was the one that signed me, so I made a pretty decent impression on Tim there and I think I played the most amount of my NHL games in my second year. Then he was gone, and they bring in Jason Botterill and last year they had me up early in the season and … [Read more...] about Justin Bailey felt a trade was coming before Flyers acquired him
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks win on Redmond’s record-setting night (Amerks.com) Leier excited for fresh start with Amerks (Amerks.com) Devils lose wild game to Amerks, 7-5 (BinghamtonDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres prospect Luukkonen eyeing pro career following gold medal win
'His transformation from raw prospect to hero did not happen overnight.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Luukkonen eyeing pro career following gold medal win
Editorial: Kim Pegula sets zero tolerance tone after incident with Sabres execs
'The larger takeaway is that Kim Pegula seems to be influencing the organization’s zero-tolerance policy for anything resembling sexual misconduct. Her leadership sends a strong message that the “boys-will-be-boys” culture that has pervaded many businesses, in and outside of sports, will not be tolerated.' … [Read more...] about Editorial: Kim Pegula sets zero tolerance tone after incident with Sabres execs
The Sabres trying to hang in during their 10-day break
'Talk about picking up ground? In that time Tampa Bay has picked up 23 points on the Sabres. The Islanders have picked up 18 points, while Pittsburgh has gained 15 points, Montreal gained 14, both Columbus and Boston gained 11, Washington gained 10 and Toronto has only has gained six points on the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres trying to hang in during their 10-day break
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Zach Redmond scores by simply being alive (WROC-TV) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Mike Harrington: With season sliding away, Sabres are facing tough choices
'Only one team in history – the 2016-17 Philadelphia Flyers – has had a 10-game winning streak during a season and failed to make the playoffs that spring. Are the Sabres going to become No. 2? An improvement from 62 points to, say, 88 points that would have been notable in October will now be bitterly disappointing in April.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: With season sliding away, Sabres are facing tough choices
Sabres plan to 're-energize' during long, challenging break
'"I think it’s going to be really important," coach Phil Housley said. "We talked about it – to really enjoy themselves, re-energize, reboot, get ready for the second-half push in the season. At the same time, when we get back we’re entering three games in four nights, and we’re starting on the road."' … [Read more...] about Sabres plan to ‘re-energize’ during long, challenging break
Blessing or curse? How Hall of Famers like Phil Housley fail or succeed as coaches
'If the Sabres do well over the next couple seasons and Housley manages to establish himself as a stellar head coach, that hall of fame status won’t be the driving reason behind it. Rather, there’s another piece of memorabilia in his basement that provides a clue into a little-known part of Housley’s career that much more neatly translates into what he’s doing today. It’s a … [Read more...] about Blessing or curse? How Hall of Famers like Phil Housley fail or succeed as coaches
Inside the Sabres: Equipment managers joining Eichel, Skinner at All-Star Game
'"Longevity is a huge accolade for an equipment manager," Williams, who joined the Sabres in 2005, told The Buffalo News. "That’s how you earn an All-Star invite at our level. It’s not based on performance. Our performance is driven by longevity. If you aren’t good you’re gone. That’s our measuring stick. It’s nice to be recognized for that."' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Equipment managers joining Eichel, Skinner at All-Star Game