'After clearing waivers in October of last season, Lazar - still just 23 - admitted that seeing regular ice time in the minors might be the best course to get his career on track. He spent the year playing in all situations for AHL Stockton, wearing an 'A' while tallying 41 points in 57 contests.' … [Read more...] about Lazar sees opportunity to ‘blossom’ with Sabres
Archives for September 2019
Ralph Krueger captivates Sabres with message, approach at start of training camp
'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.' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger captivates Sabres with message, approach at start of training camp
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."' … [Read more...] about What happened in Vegas is staying with Colin Miller as he joins Sabres’ defense corps
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.' … [Read more...] about Zach Bogosian to miss Sabres training camp while recovering from hip surgery
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.' … [Read more...] about Coach Ralph Krueger wants Sabres to establish early identity
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.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark upbeat following tough season
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.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Marcus Johansson feels he can add veteran leadership
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.' … [Read more...] about Still plenty of optimism within Sabres’ prospect depth
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.”' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt eyes bounce-back season after struggling his rookie year
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.' … [Read more...] about Sabres embracing ‘connected’ game following Day 1 of camp
Marcus Johansson part of Sabres' solution for lack of playoff experience
'Johansson's impressive performance this past postseason – including 11 points in 22 games – were not the only driving factor in the Sabres' decision to sign him. Their hope is he can impart wisdom upon a group of young players who have yet to compete in meaningful games at the NHL level in April and beyond.' … [Read more...] about Marcus Johansson part of Sabres’ solution for lack of playoff experience
Sabres camp is open and Rasmus Ristolainen is still here, but for how long?
'After a summer of workouts back home in Finland – and one infamous television interview where Uncle Google Translate made it pretty clear he wanted out of here – the big guy was at the microphone bright and early Thursday morning on Media Day in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres camp is open and Rasmus Ristolainen is still here, but for how long?
Studies on New Era Field, KeyBank Center halfway done, PSE exec says
'“We’ve gone into this without any preconceived notions. We haven’t eliminated one single thing. We haven’t targeted one single thing,” Raccuia said, according to Business First, which is one of the sponsors at the event. “Fortunately or unfortunately, they’re both coming up for discussion at the same time.”' … [Read more...] about Studies on New Era Field, KeyBank Center halfway done, PSE exec says
Rasmus Ristolainen upbeat for new season, ‘ready to go’ with Sabres
'“I’ve been here six years and I’ve seen this business,” Ristolainen said after veterans reported to training camp. “You never know where you will be next week or next month. When I’m back home, it’s easy to go away from hockey and not worry about things you can’t control."' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Ristolainen upbeat for new season, ‘ready to go’ with Sabres
Coach Ralph Krueger makes strong early impression on Sabres
'“It was just my impression from speaking to (Krueger),” Johansson said this morning after training camp opened inside KeyBank Center. “So it was a good phone call. We spoke not just about hockey. So I liked what I heard a lot. It made me want to come here.”' … [Read more...] about Coach Ralph Krueger makes strong early impression on Sabres