'Hughes, the first overall pick in the most recent NHL draft, and the New Jersey Devils will face Buffalo in the opening game of the Sabres' fifth annual prospects challenge Sept. 6 in Harborcenter. The four-team round-robin tournament — which also includes Pittsburgh and Boston — will be held Sept. 6-9, with each playing three games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host New Jersey, Pittsburgh, Boston for prospects challenge
Archives for July 2019
Sabres Mailbag: What are trade options for Rasmus Ristolainen?
'In an ideal world, the Sabres would acquire Ehlers in a trade with Winnipeg, and the Jets are in desperate need of a right-shot defenseman. The 23-year-old has scored at least 21 goals in each of the past three seasons – he had a career-high 29 in 2017-18 – and is under contract for six more years at an average annual value of $6 million. Aside from the Jets being stuck in a … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: What are trade options for Rasmus Ristolainen?
Sabres to host Prospects Challenge rookie tournament Sept. 6 to 9
'While a thumb injury could sideline top Sabres pick Dylan Cozens, Jack Hughes, the first overall selection last month, will likely play for New Jersey.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host Prospects Challenge rookie tournament Sept. 6 to 9
Sabres to host fifth annual Prospects Challenge
'The Sabres will, once again, be joined by the prospects from the Boston Bruins, New Jersey Devils and Pittsburgh Penguins to compete in a three-game round-robin challenge. The Sabres are two-time winners of the Prospects Challenge, including a win at the inaugural event in 2015 and in last year's event.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host fifth annual Prospects Challenge
Sabres to host BOS, NJ & PIT for Prospects Challenge
'The Sabres prospects will return to HarborCenter in September, when the youngsters of the Blue & Gold hit the ice for the 5th annual Prospects Challenge.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host BOS, NJ & PIT for Prospects Challenge
5th annual Prospects Challenge set for September 6-9
'The Sabres will be joined by the Boston Bruins, New Jersey Devils and Pittsburgh Penguins to compete in a round-robin challenge featuring prospects from each team. The participating teams will each play three games during the course of the event, which will be held entirely at Harborcenter.' … [Read more...] about 5th annual Prospects Challenge set for September 6-9
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks sign Amherst native Frank Hora, forward Shaw Boomhower (Buffalo News) Amerks sign Cheektowaga’s Frank Hora to AHL contract (Olean Times Herald) Amerks sign Hora, Boomhower to one-year AHL contracts (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
MSU alum Casey Nelson seeks playoffs, long NHL career
'“It happens,” Nelson said Monday afternoon at Minnesota State’s annual Dan Meyer Blue Line Club Golf Classic at the Mankato Golf Club. “It’s frustrating because you’re so eager to get back. You’re always working hard to get back. It’s never fun when you’re injured.”' … [Read more...] about MSU alum Casey Nelson seeks playoffs, long NHL career
Sabres, Evan Rodrigues more than $1 million apart heading into arbitration hearing
'Rodrigues had nine goals and 20 assists in 74 games last season to set career highs in each category. He is asking for a huge raise, from $650,000 to $2.65 million. The Sabres are still offering a sizable bump in salary, but only to $1.5 million. The figures were reported Sunday by Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Evan Rodrigues more than $1 million apart heading into arbitration hearing
Sabres exchange arbitration numbers with Rodrigues
'The Sabres and Rodrigues still have until Tuesday to avoid arbitration and come to terms on a new contract.' … [Read more...] about Sabres exchange arbitration numbers with Rodrigues
Sabres & Rodrigues more than $1 million apart on salary
'This past season, the 25-year-old set a career high with nine goals and 29 points in 74 games. A salary arbitration hearing is scheduled for Tuesday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres & Rodrigues more than $1 million apart on salary
Johnson learned lessons from NHL dad, hopes to make impact with Sabres
'"My dad's been huge for me," Johnson said. "He introduced me to the game at a young age and taught me everything I know. Obviously, you've got to develop your own passion for the game, but he's been there every step of the way, just kind of guiding me and always offering advice. It's nice to have that."' … [Read more...] about Johnson learned lessons from NHL dad, hopes to make impact with Sabres
Former Sabres, Amerks have landed new contracts all over
'Still, it was evident Wedgewood, 26, would be moving on. The seven-year veteran never had much of a future with the Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres, Amerks have landed new contracts all over
Kurt Gosselin's hockey journey: From Brighton JV to Sabres' rookie camp
'“I want to go in and make sure I leave a good impression,” Gosselin said. “I’m training hard this summer.”' … [Read more...] about Kurt Gosselin’s hockey journey: From Brighton JV to Sabres’ rookie camp
Sabres add much-needed depth with Jokiharju, Miller, Vesey, Johansson
'Those moves could help the Sabres (33-39-10) end a Stanley Cup Playoff drought that began in 2012, but underlying numbers suggest the additions of defensemen Colin Miller and Henri Jokiharju, and forwards Jimmy Vesey and Marcus Johansson, will bolster their chances.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add much-needed depth with Jokiharju, Miller, Vesey, Johansson