Archives for 2019

'Taylor, who led the Amerks to consecutive playoff appearances since joining the Sabres organization, stepped into Granato's role and Gord Dineen was named interim coach in Rochester. When Granato was discharged from the hospital, Krueger and General Manager Jason Botterill agreed to allow him to be part of the Sabres' coaching process.' … [Read more...] about Chris Taylor leaves Sabres to resume duties as coach of Rochester

'With General Manager Jason Botterill unable to make a trade of a defenseman for a badly needed forward, the Sabres had no room for Gilmour. A strong skater who has played just three games at defense this season and was used at forward during Tuesday's loss to Minnesota, Gilmour has no points but could be attractive to other teams looking for some skating and offense for their … [Read more...] about Sabres place John Gilmour on waivers

'However, the line was deficient defensively. The Sabres' improved play without the puck is what separates this team from the one that finished 27th in the NHL last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: Should Jeff Skinner play on a line with Jack Eichel?

'"I think Erik has been good and then last weekend he took it to another level where he showed he can really close the door and be unbelievable," Dubuque General Manager Kalle Larsson said. "He’s been great. He’s been everything we could have expected. I think he’s been even better early on than I thought. I still expect him to after Christmas really hit his stride and be at … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie prospect Erik Portillo reaching ‘another level’ in Dubuque