'It is said that the first impression lasts. So how has Rasmus Dahlin made an impression on his surroundings?' … [Read more...] about From swirling five year old to rock star in the Globe
Archives for November 2019
Emotional Swedish meeting in the dressing room
'It was only somewhere in year five, six, seven that I felt that I really could play against the best opponents and chains, and master all situations. From what I've seen, Rasmus Dahlin has just continued his development curve from being a young guy in Frölunda who took the step into the A-team and after barely two seasons take the step over to the NHL, now he has shown that he … [Read more...] about Emotional Swedish meeting in the dressing room
American NHL star: "Great for the Swedes"
'In fact, the Sabers and reporters from Buffalo have consistently praised the Swedish weather during the week, but some such statements have not come from those around Tampa.' … [Read more...] about American NHL star: “Great for the Swedes”
The PL boss to lift the NHL club
'Krueger, among other things, went on to hire a motivation consultant and had written a celebrated book, where he developed his thoughts on the value of team spirit and open communication, applicable to any business. Ralph is still an active member of the World Economic Forum, which at its annual conference in Swiss Davos brings together some of the world's most influential … [Read more...] about The PL boss to lift the NHL club
Two games in Sweden will mean a lot to hockey in that country
'Because of injuries, Dahlin has never gotten a chance to play in the Ericsson Globe. He said it’s the premier rink in his country, “It’s like Madison Square Garden. It’s powerful and when you go and play there, you’re super excited.”' … [Read more...] about Two games in Sweden will mean a lot to hockey in that country
Dahlin, Hedman say Sabres-Lightning Global Series games dream come true
'Little did Dahlin know that one day he would be pictured with Hedman on a T-shirt, facing off against him on the 2019 NHL Global Series logo even though they're both defensemen, and that kids would be in the stands watching them play an NHL game in their home country.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin, Hedman say Sabres-Lightning Global Series games dream come true
European fans show strong support at Sabres open practice in Sweden
'"For us, it's really an amazing experience coming over here. I hope the fans over here and the kids that are here feel the same way," Olofsson said. "I hope we can bring some excitement and some joy coming over. We're super excited and hopefully they are as well."' … [Read more...] about European fans show strong support at Sabres open practice in Sweden
Friday's Rochester Coverage
After 'getting my mind right,' Sabres prospect Sean Malone finding his game (Buffalo News) Lazar embracing opportunity with the Amerks (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
As Sabres' Johan Larsson returns to Sweden, he remembers a historic day in the park
'"We landed and there were a lot of people at the airport and you were surprised," Larsson said. "You're thinking, 'Whoa, there's people waiting for us.' But then they had a bus for us to go into the city and we get there and there's 20,000 people waiting in the park to celebrate. It was crazy. Just crazy."' … [Read more...] about As Sabres’ Johan Larsson returns to Sweden, he remembers a historic day in the park
Non-Swedes on Sabres enjoying excitement of team's native sons
'"He's got a lot of extra jump in his step," Mittelstadt said after practice Wednesday in Ericsson Globe. "It's funny how I haven't seen him a lot since Monday. He's been running around town with his family and girlfriend. We all get to go home in Canada and the U.S. and you don't really think about never doing it. Now these guys finally get their chance here. It's been fun for … [Read more...] about Non-Swedes on Sabres enjoying excitement of team’s native sons
Stockholm scenes: Meatball mania
'Let's get one thing straight right away: You don't call them "Buffalo Wings" in Buffalo, right? So there are no "Swedish Meatballs" in Sweden. They are just "meatballs". They are everywhere. And they are delicious.' … [Read more...] about Stockholm scenes: Meatball mania
How defenseman Henri Jokiharju is proving to be wise acquisition so far
'But this is the beauty of hockey. Sometimes you can find players whose skill sets complement one another – Jokiharju’s north/south transition game has been the perfect balance for Scandella, who plays an extremely disciplined positional game but has seen his offensive skill set really diminish with time. And although their role is an insulated one relative to the other team’s … [Read more...] about How defenseman Henri Jokiharju is proving to be wise acquisition so far
Thank you Rasmus Dahlin for the NHL success
'It's great fun to get the chance to play with Rasmus Dahlin in powerplay, he has been behind several of my goals. We have something left over from the Frölunda era and we are building on that, says Victor Olofsson.' … [Read more...] about Thank you Rasmus Dahlin for the NHL success
"Incredible Hope, Will Win Norris Trophy"
'Rasmus is a leading player in our team. He's amazing. Then I think he is a little more comfortable this year, last season there was such a great stir about him and sometimes I think he thought it was hard, Larsson said after Wednesday's training.' … [Read more...] about “Incredible Hope, Will Win Norris Trophy”
NHL popularity growing in Sweden with Global Series
'"I'm sure when people see a bunch of guys that are stumbling around that can't speak Swedish, and they know that the games are going on, they probably put two and two together," Skinner said. "Yeah, I don't know, my Swedish isn't that great. It's kind of a giveaway."' … [Read more...] about NHL popularity growing in Sweden with Global Series