'“They give me things that they want me to do every game,” Bryson said, “and I think it’s my job to kind of get to those expectations every game, because you don’t want to have one good game, one bad game. You want to play every game at your best. I try to reach those expectations of what they give me, just little tips here and there. I get tips from [Providence] Coach [Nate] … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Providence’s Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
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Sabres sign Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
'The Sabres drafted Bryson in the fourth round, 99th overall, in 2017.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
Sabres sign Providence defenseman Bryson to 3-year contract
'The signing announced Monday comes after Providence’s season ended with a 4-1 loss to eventual national champion Minnesota Duluth in the Frozen Four semifinals held in Buffalo on Thursday. Bryson was the Friars’ team captain and finished his junior season with four goals and a career-high 28 points in 42 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Providence defenseman Bryson to 3-year contract
The Sabres sign Jacob Bryson from Providence
'He is small, but he’s very quick. I also liked that he took on a 6’2 forward, stood him up and rode him to the corner, despite being quite a bit smaller.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres sign Jacob Bryson from Providence
Sabres sign defenseman Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
'The former Providence defenseman has signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Buffalo Sabres which is set to begin starting with the 2019-2020 season. Bryson will sign an amateur tryout contract and reporting to the Rochester Americans ahead of the AHL playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign defenseman Jacob Bryson to entry-level contract
Sabres, Bryson agree to entry-level deal
'Bryson (5'9", 178 lbs., 11/18/1997) recently completed his junior season at Providence College, earning Hockey East Second Team All-Star honors after recording 28 points (4+24) in 42 games and serving as a team captain for the Friars. Bryson set new career highs in both assists and points in 2018-19 and recorded an assist in all three NCAA Tournament games to help lead his … [Read more...] about Sabres, Bryson agree to entry-level deal
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Zach Redmond becomes offensive force for Amerks from the blue line (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Luukkonen's AHL debut is 32-save win for Amerks (Buffalo News) Sens fall to Amerks in season finale (Belleville Intelligencer) Belleville Senators season comes to a disappointing end (Ottawa Sun) Amerks close out regular season with 4-2 win in Belleville, tie franchise record for road wins (Amerks.com) Sens fall to Amerks in regular season finale (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
First season over, Rasmus Dahlin looks to the next: 'Somehow, we're going to turn this around'
'"For me, new to the league, a young guy, a rookie, it’s been so much fun for me," Dahlin, who turned 19 years old on Saturday, said. "For me, to come to a new country and all that kind of stuff. I learned so many new things and it’s been amazing. But hockey-wise, we haven’t played how we want to play. We didn’t end up how we wanted to end up, so I want to play better next year … [Read more...] about First season over, Rasmus Dahlin looks to the next: ‘Somehow, we’re going to turn this around’
Inside the NHL: In coach search and free agency, Sabres have recruiting hurdles to overcome
'But when it comes to hockey -- which is really the whole point -- what can the Sabres offer?' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: In coach search and free agency, Sabres have recruiting hurdles to overcome
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Olofsson gets to 30 goals but Crunch clinches division (Buffalo News) Syracuse Crunch edges Rochester to claim North Division title (Syracuse Post Standard) Amerks to face the Marlies in Round 1 of Calder Cup Playoffs (WGR-AM) Olofsson, Borgen realize dream together (TheAHL.com) Olofsscon scores twice to reach 30-goal mark in 4-3 loss to Crunch (Amerks.com) Amerks to face … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Report: No deal for Sabres with Todd McLellan
'TSN's Bob McKenzie reported Friday that McLellan, who was fired as the Edmonton Oilers' coach in November, is no longer under consideration for the Sabres' coaching vacancy and never received a formal offer from the team.' … [Read more...] about Report: No deal for Sabres with Todd McLellan
Report: Todd McLellan won’t be Sabres’ next coach
'The Los Angeles Kings could be close to hiring McLellan, according to McKenzie.' … [Read more...] about Report: Todd McLellan won’t be Sabres’ next coach
For Plante, Buffalo still feels like home
'“It’s fun. About seven-eight years ago was the first time I’d come back here since I played, and it was like ‘wow.’ It’s fun to come back,” said Plante, sitting among the noisy and hopeful throng of Bulldogs fans in one corner of the rink. “There are great memories I had here, playing in this building. I was here when it’s opened, so it’s a lot of fun.”' … [Read more...] about For Plante, Buffalo still feels like home
Report: Sabres out on Todd McLellan, will continue coaching search
'McLellan has been connected in reports with Buffalo and the Los Angeles Kings for their head coaching vacancies after the end of the season. However, Buffalo has seemingly backed off of the former San Jose Sharks and Edmonton Oilers coach. With Buffalo's search to continue, it seems they still have plenty of candidates to work through.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres out on Todd McLellan, will continue coaching search