‘Krueger’s messages during each session, and the manner in which he delivered them, impressed returning players and newcomers. However, his quest to build trust off the ice began with an impassioned speech during a team meeting nearly 24 hours earlier.’
Archives for September 14, 2019
What happened in Vegas is staying with Colin Miller as he joins Sabres’ defense corps
‘”It’s a lot of work to get there, a lot of work that requires guys to be on the same page,” Miller said. “That’s what it takes. It’s a fine line between winning and losing in this league — and sometimes you can do all the right things and still fall short as you saw. The amount of work and committment that it takes from 20 guys is something you learn.”‘
Zach Bogosian to miss Sabres training camp while recovering from hip surgery
‘Bogosian’s absence was not unexpected since the 28-year-old underwent hip surgery in late April and was expected to need five to six months for recovery. However, coach Ralph Krueger told reporters following the first day of practices Friday that Bogosian’s workouts have been limited to off the ice and the Sabres have yet to determine a timeline for the veteran’s return.’
Coach Ralph Krueger wants Sabres to establish early identity
‘That, of course, is no easy task for a new coach, let alone one that inherited a laughingstock.’
Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark upbeat following tough season
‘He added: “It was a fun year, I would say, in the end. But looking back on it, it could’ve been better. It also could’ve been much worse.”’
Sabres’ Marcus Johansson feels he can add veteran leadership
‘Johansson played seven seasons in Washington before going to New Jersey for most of two years. He was traded to Boston for 10 games and a long playoff run. Johansson said it was new coach Ralph Krueger that convinced him to become a Sabre, “Especially talking to Ralph I felt like he’s got good ideas, good values and I think that was something that got me to sign here.”’
Still plenty of optimism within Sabres’ prospect depth
‘However, a number of prospects for the Sabres put up strong efforts at this year’s tournament that will still give people optimism for the future in Buffalo.’
Mittelstadt eyes bounce-back season after struggling his rookie year
‘“You know, I love what I’m seeing from him already though camp, so I’m excited to see how he progresses through training camp and into the season,” said Sam Reinhart who skating with the center in Friday’s first session. “I can only imagine the opportunity he’s going to get and we’re going to need him to step up.”’
Sabres embracing ‘connected’ game following Day 1 of camp
‘”It’s on the ice and off the ice,” forward Evan Rodrigues said. “On the ice, it’s coming up with a five-man unit, having support, knowing where everyone’s going to be and just being there for your teammates.’