Porter proved he still has it (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
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Report: Sabres, Jeff Skinner 'very close' on new contract as talks continue
'"Ralph Krueger, the new head coach of Buffalo, has spent some time with Skinner, extolling the virtues of his program and what they think it's going to be," McKenzie said. "Buffalo certainly wants him back and Skinner would like to come back, but they just have to [iron out the details] to the point where both sides are happy. It's very close, but it's not done, and until it's … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres, Jeff Skinner ‘very close’ on new contract as talks continue
Jack Hughes, Sabres' need at center among combine storylines to monitor
'The Sabres have a short- and long-term need at center. Rasmus Asplund, a second-round pick in 2016, is the only prospect of note in Rochester, and Asplund projects as more of a bottom-six player. Buffalo doesn't have a proven second-line center, Johan Larsson is a pending restricted free agent and Casey Mittelstadt is still developing.' … [Read more...] about Jack Hughes, Sabres’ need at center among combine storylines to monitor
Report: Dialogue between Sabres and Skinner starting to intensify
'"It's a very crucial time," McKenzie said. "There's been dialogue all week long between Skinner's representatives and Buffalo general manager Jason Botterill. The NHL Combine is in Buffalo, so agents, players, prospects, general managers of all teams are descending on Buffalo. The sense seems to be is that there's optimism, but not to the point where either side is entirely … [Read more...] about Report: Dialogue between Sabres and Skinner starting to intensify
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Pilut experienced up and downs in first season in North America (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres, NHL have interest in keeping scouting combine in Buffalo
'Buffalo presents a unique venue for the NHL given the space available at KeyBank Center and Harborcenter, a remarkable improvement from the Toronto Congress Centre, which hosted the event prior to 2015. KeyBank and Harborcenter have hosted a number of events in recent years, including the Frozen Four and IIHF World Junior Championship.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, NHL have interest in keeping scouting combine in Buffalo
Trade continues to haunt Sabres as Ryan O'Reilly gets set for Cup final
'The Sabres, meanwhile, thought they had made a solid 5-for-1 deal, getting Patrik Berglund, Vladimir Sobotka, Tage Thompson and two draft picks that included a first-rounder. They got out from O'Reilly's $7.5 million bonus payment. And his similar cap hit. It turned out they got fleeced, trading a Selke finalist for pennies on the dollar in a deal that has left Jason … [Read more...] about Trade continues to haunt Sabres as Ryan O’Reilly gets set for Cup final
Traikos: O’Reilly's love for the game is back
'At times, O’Reilly thought the same of the Sabres. That’s why he signed a seven-year extension to stay in Buffalo, where there seemed to be so much hope around a team that included Jack Eichel, Sam Reinhart and at one time Evander Kane. But it was a case of unfulfilled potential.' … [Read more...] about Traikos: O’Reilly’s love for the game is back
Inside the NHL: Sam Reinhart's sharp play in World Championships is another good sign
'Last season was Reinhart's first of the two-year, $7.3 million bridge contract he signed during training camp. It was a show-me deal for the Sabres and a bet-on-me deal for Reinhart. Advantage to the player in Year 1.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Sam Reinhart’s sharp play in World Championships is another good sign
Sabres & Skinner to have contract discussions over next few days
'“Those are conversations we need to have now. They’re never easy but Jason has definitely asked me to be a part of that process, which I enjoy.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres & Skinner to have contract discussions over next few days
Sabres coach Ralph Krueger thrilled by first meeting with Jack Eichel
'The first major conversation between player and coach looking toward the Buffalo Sabres' 2019-20 season took place this week more than 4,300 miles away.' … [Read more...] about Sabres coach Ralph Krueger thrilled by first meeting with Jack Eichel
Krueger talks return to coaching, Sabres' playoff goals
'I believe that has to be our goal and let’s be honest, we still have some building to do. There’s free agency ahead, we have some conversations to have with players we still have before free agency. Let’s bring the lineup together, I need to get to know the others better. I have a few months here to really get up to speed on our competition but I certainly believe we can be in … [Read more...] about Krueger talks return to coaching, Sabres’ playoff goals
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Another successful year for CJ Smith (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
How the past has prepared Sabres coach Ralph Krueger for the challenge ahead
'"I have no doubt he’s going to be successful," Shaw, now an assistant coach with the Columbus Blue Jackets, said in a phone interview. "I think one of the best things that he did for our team was, even in that short time frame, to create an identity and a culture. I think looking from the outside at Buffalo, I think that’s something that was missing. ... He’s a great … [Read more...] about How the past has prepared Sabres coach Ralph Krueger for the challenge ahead
Sabres' Asplund thinks he's ready to live his NHL dream
'The center had no goals and one assist in his first 16 games with the Amerks. When the Sabres moved up to get Asplund in the second round of the 2016 NHL Draft, they talked about what a smart player he was. That came through as Asplund found his game and had 10 goals and 31 assists for 41 points in 75 games. Asplund said there were many factors that helped him get better, “I … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Asplund thinks he’s ready to live his NHL dream