'He is the seventh player in Sabres history to be named to at least three All-Star games, joining Rick Martin (7), Gilbert Perreault (6), Dominik Hasek (5), Mike Ramsey (4), Phil Housley (3) and Alexander Mogilny (3).' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Eichel named to third straight All-Star Game
Archives for December 31, 2019
Sabres sign Amerks tough guy Dalton Smith to two-way contract
'"I love the physical game, getting under guys’ skin and finishing my checks and sticking up for teammates when it’s needed," Smith said. "It's something I’ve always kind of done being the oldest of five, the big brother mentality."' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Amerks tough guy Dalton Smith to two-way contract
It's time for Sabres to demand some respect from Lightning
'Smith gave a coy "no comment" after practice Monday when asked about the recent history with the Lightning. But he darn well knows. And if he didn't, he was briefed: Cernak wears No. 81, Kucherov wears No. 86 and those are your targets to send messages.' … [Read more...] about It’s time for Sabres to demand some respect from Lightning
Sabres move Saturday's game against Florida to 1 p.m.
'The Panthers are coming to Buffalo from Ottawa and have a game Sunday in Pittsburgh at 5 p.m., so the switch will actually benefit them on the second day of back-to-back games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres move Saturday’s game against Florida to 1 p.m.
MVP-type season earns Sabres captain Jack Eichel spot in NHL All-Star Game
'The American will be the seventh player to represent the Sabres in at least three NHL All-Star Games, joining Rick Martin (seven), Gilbert Perreault (six), Dominik Hasek (five), Mike Ramsey (four), Phil Housley (three) and Alexander Mogilny (three).' … [Read more...] about MVP-type season earns Sabres captain Jack Eichel spot in NHL All-Star Game
With Lightning up next, Sabres ready to utilize tough guy Dalton Smith
'Enter Smith, who has fought 69 times in his career, according to hockeyfights.com.' … [Read more...] about With Lightning up next, Sabres ready to utilize tough guy Dalton Smith
Tuesday's Tampa Bay Coverage
Buffalo takes on Tampa Bay, aims to stop 3-game skid (AP) Streaking Lightning kick off trip vs. slumping Sabres (Field Level Media) Lightning at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Nuts & Bolts: Lightning wrap up 2019 in Buffalo (TampaBayLightning.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Tampa Bay Coverage
Playoff-bound Bills force Sabres’ scheduling change Saturday
'Florida will be in the midst of a four-game road trip, and has a day off before playing at Buffalo. The Panthers then travel to play Pittsburgh on Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Playoff-bound Bills force Sabres’ scheduling change Saturday
Eichel named to the 2020 All-Star Game
'As of right now, Eichel is projected to reach the 50-goal mark for the first time in his career, and the first time in Sabres franchise history since Pat LaFontaine and Alexander Mogilny both scored 50 in the 1992-93 season. Eichel would also become the fifth player in franchise history to score 50 goals in a season.' … [Read more...] about Eichel named to the 2020 All-Star Game
Sabres sign Dalton Smith to NHL contract
'Smith has yet to play in a National Hockey League game in his eight-year career after being drafted by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the second round (34th overall) in the 2010 NHL Draft. In 400 professional hockey games between the AHL and the East Coast Hockey League, Smith has 36 goals, 41 assists, and 799 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Dalton Smith to NHL contract
Sabres announce time change for Saturday's game against Florida
'Saturday's game against Florida is also '90s Night at the arena, where they will celebrate the teams of the 1990s, while welcoming back more than 20 Sabres alumni from the decade. Some of the alumni that will be in attendance includes Matthew Barnaby, Stu Barnes, Jay McKee, Michael Peca, Derek Plante, Rob Ray, Richard Smehlik, Pierre Turgeon, and Rhett Warrener.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce time change for Saturday’s game against Florida
Sabres forward Jack Eichel to represent team at NHL All-Star game
'It's the third year in a row Eichel will be taking part in the NHL All-Star Weekend festivities.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Jack Eichel to represent team at NHL All-Star game
Buffalo Sabres game moved up to 1:00 p.m. because of Bills playoff game
'"We are happy to announce this start time change so that all of our fans can enjoy the Buffalo Bills playoff game on Jan. 4 after our Sabres game," Buffalo Sabres Co-Owner and President Kim Pegula said. "Buffalo has a great tradition of all of our teams and fans supporting each other, and we want to make sure we can accommodate everyone the best way possible."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres game moved up to 1:00 p.m. because of Bills playoff game
'A dream come true': Smith's long journey brings him to Buffalo
'"It's been crazy," Smith said. "I've been pinching myself every once in a while. But, yeah, it's been unbelievable, something I've been waiting for a long time. I'm just very grateful for the opportunity and excited to work as hard as I can as see what happens."' … [Read more...] about ‘A dream come true’: Smith’s long journey brings him to Buffalo
Sabres sign Smith to one-year, two-way contract
'The 6-foot-2, 210-pound forward signed a one-year AHL contract with Rochester on July 1.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Smith to one-year, two-way contract