'1A and 1B: Dominik Hasek (1992-2001) and Gilbert Perreault (1970-87).' … [Read more...] about A ‘Golden’ team of the greatest Sabres
Archives for October 2019
He shoots, he scores! The Sabres' most memorable goals
'1. April 24, 1993: May Day! Brad May's spectacular goal at 4:48 of overtime gives the Sabres a 6-5 win over Boston to complete a four-game sweep and the team's first playoff series win in 10 years.' … [Read more...] about He shoots, he scores! The Sabres’ most memorable goals
Rick Jeanneret's list of his Top 10 Sabres memories is scary good
'Brad May’s April 24, 1993, goal that gave the Sabres a four-game playoff sweep of the big, bad Boston Bruins: “It really raised the roof off the Aud,” said Jeanneret. “Not the call because people sitting in their seats didn't hear the call. But the goal itself. I think what a lot of people have forgotten nowadays is that May beat Raymond Bourque, a Hall of Fame defenseman. It … [Read more...] about Rick Jeanneret’s list of his Top 10 Sabres memories is scary good
Gary Bettman on Sabres' 50th anniversary, Pegulas and No Goal
'The city is always first or second in local television ratings because people in Buffalo are great sports fans and great hockey fans and they love the Sabres, but let's talk here about Terry and Kim Pegula and what they represent. I remember vividly Terry's interview with our Executive Committee when he was coming into the league and the two things I remember the most are how … [Read more...] about Gary Bettman on Sabres’ 50th anniversary, Pegulas and No Goal
Maturity, commitment to defense helps Sabres’ Victor Olofsson earn roster spot
'Olofsson’s lethal shot has helped him morph from an unknown seventh-round pick into a first-line NHL winger.' … [Read more...] about Maturity, commitment to defense helps Sabres’ Victor Olofsson earn roster spot
Sabres expect Chris Taylor to fit in well as interim assistant coach
'Amerks assistant Gord Dineen, 57, has been given Taylor’s coaching duties. Sabres development coach Adam Mair will also assist Rochester early in the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres expect Chris Taylor to fit in well as interim assistant coach
Sabres assistant coach Granato hospitalized with pneumonia
'The 52-year-old Granato joined the Sabres in June as part of newly hired coach Ralph Krueger’s staff. Granato spent the past two years as an assistant with the Chicago Blackhawks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assistant coach Granato hospitalized with pneumonia
Sabres' Scandella looking to rebound
'Scandella had a rough season last year. He would put a group of games together that were solid and then he’d put another group together where it appeared that he had lost his confidence. In the off-season he had surgery and he feels he’s ready to go, “I feel like I’ve been working one day at a time in the off season. After last season I had ankle surgery and I feel like I’m at … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Scandella looking to rebound
Sabres assistant coach Don Granato is hospitalized
'After Tuesday's practice Ralph Krueger talked about Granato's illness, "The curve is in the right direction, we're optimistic that he will recover fully from this setback."' … [Read more...] about Sabres assistant coach Don Granato is hospitalized
Sabres assistant coach Don Granato hospitalized with pneumonia; taking leave of absence from team
'Granato, 52, is the brother of former women's hockey goalie Cammi Granato, and previously served as an assistant on the Chicago Blackhawks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assistant coach Don Granato hospitalized with pneumonia; taking leave of absence from team
Latest Sabres roster moves
'Both Olofsson and Jokiharju are expected to be back with the team when they open the season Thursday night in Pittsburgh.' … [Read more...] about Latest Sabres roster moves
Four players clear waivers and are assigned to Rochester
'Elie, Wilson, and Nelson all appeared in games for the Amerks last season. Lazar was signed as a free agent by the Sabres this offseason.' … [Read more...] about Four players clear waivers and are assigned to Rochester
Bogosian, Montour, Luukkonen, Hunwick placed on IR
'The Buffalo Sabres have announced the following roster moves...'. … [Read more...] about Bogosian, Montour, Luukkonen, Hunwick placed on IR
Sabres announce coaching staff update
'Buffalo Sabres assistant coach Don Granato has been hospitalized with severe pneumonia and will be taking a medical leave from the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce coaching staff update
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Olofsson rejoins Amerks on day of many moves, but it's temporary (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks coach Taylor called up to Buffalo on interim basis (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks’ Chris Taylor joins Sabres after assistant takes medical leave, Gord Dineen now interim head coach (WROC-TV) Amerks coaching update (Amerks.com) Amerks begin 64th season Friday … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage