'"I think it's the best feeling ever, to be honest," Pekar said. "I think it's great when I go on the ice and I feel like [players from the other team] are giving me the looks, saying something to my face. I'm like, 'Great, I'm in their head. I can focus on my game now and don't have to worry about them.'"' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Matej Pekar, ‘a scrappy guy’ loved by teammates, despised by opponents
Archives for September 9, 2019
Sabres goalie prospect Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s recovery ‘right on track’
'“We are not in a hurry to get him into training camp or anywhere,” Sexton said inside Harborcenter. “We’re going to follow the process, we’re going to stick with the timeline that the surgeon gave us, and despite the fact he’s chomping at the bit to get going, we met with him the other day and reassured him the good news is you’re right on track."' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie prospect Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s recovery ‘right on track’
Invite Kyle Olson impressing Sabres at Prospects Challenge
'Olson, 20, has looked impressive throughout the Sabres’ two wins, showcasing his speed, tenacity and versatility.' … [Read more...] about Invite Kyle Olson impressing Sabres at Prospects Challenge
Sabres' Pekar is making a name for himself
'What I liked about Pekar’s game was he’s strong on his stick. Kyle Olson gave him a perfect pass even thought Pekar was covered, but he used his strength to fight through it and win the battle. It was the same when Lukas Rousek found him for his second goal. Going to the net hard, that's Pekar's game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Pekar is making a name for himself
Olofsson, Jokiharju among prospects seeking spots in Sabres lineup
'"Sometimes the young players, they hear you, but they don't listen to you. These guys heard us and listened to us. They put in a lot of work and that's showing not only in their test scores, but also in their on-ice and off-ice performance," assistant general manager Randy Sexton said.' … [Read more...] about Olofsson, Jokiharju among prospects seeking spots in Sabres lineup