'“We had four children born here, raised here,” he said. “This was home for a long time for us. I always say the people of Western New York, there wasn’t a player-fan relationship (better) for me. They made us feel like we were part of the family, they really did. And not only the players, but our wives, our families.' … [Read more...] about Sabres at 50: Jim Schoenfeld happy in retirement, still loves Buffalo
Archives for 2019
The Sabres send Lawrence Pilut back to Rochester
'Buffalo doesn't play again until Thursday in the arena against Carolina.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres send Lawrence Pilut back to Rochester
Pilut assigned to Rochester
'Pilut was called up as an extra defenseman for the 2019 NHL Global Series in Stockholm, Sweden, but did not dress in either game.' … [Read more...] about Pilut assigned to Rochester
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Sabres prospect Tage Thompson having fun but doesn't want to get too comfortable in AHL (Buffalo News) Amerks recall Aquin from Cincinnati (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
The long journey is over but Sabres' intrigue is just beginning
'Too many warning bells are flashing around this club.' … [Read more...] about The long journey is over but Sabres’ intrigue is just beginning
Global Series trip is quite a present for fan from Belgium
'"I saw the Sabres' environment with Rick Jeanneret as a commentator. The energy was different than the other teams," Dantinne said. "The Thomas Vanek hat trick was amazing and got me to the Sabres and I've never left following them on MSG, WGR and The Buffalo News, of course."' … [Read more...] about Global Series trip is quite a present for fan from Belgium
The Wraparound from Sweden: Tampa Bay Lightning 5, Buffalo Sabres 3
'The offensive production remains too inconsistent. As a result, the Buffalo Sabres' long-awaited trip to Sweden was rendered a complete dud.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound from Sweden: Tampa Bay Lightning 5, Buffalo Sabres 3
Sunday's Tampa Bay Coverage
Lightning’s fourth line pours on goals in win over Buffalo in Sweden (Tampa Bay Times) Sweden trip is a chance for other European Lightning players as well (Tampa Bay Times) Lightning bring Community Hero program to Sweden (Tampa Bay Times) Hedman goal scorer when Tampa Bay won in the Globe (Stockholm Daily News) Significant goal for Hedman in Tampa's win (Gothenburg … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Tampa Bay Coverage
Dahlin: "I hardly want to go home"
'Now it's a little sour. But overall we have been here for a week and enjoyed. I've shown my friends around and it's mixed feelings to go home, says Rasmus Dahlin in the dressing room after Saturday's loss.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin: “I hardly want to go home”
Now demands on Rasmus Dahlin in the NHL are increasing
'"I think I'm better than last year! I have greater expectations of myself - and also from the outside. I think I've done well so far," says Dahlin. … [Read more...] about Now demands on Rasmus Dahlin in the NHL are increasing
Fine tribute: "Sweden must be very proud"
'Sweden must be very proud of how Victor has developed through the Swedish leagues, paid the price in the American league for one or two years, learned the game in the USA ... He has learned everything to be an exciting player for us in the future and we are happy to have him.' … [Read more...] about Fine tribute: “Sweden must be very proud”
Legend of the meeting: "It was fun to meet"
'Rasmus Dahlin is only 19 years old and is making his second season in the NHL after going first in the 2018 draft. In other words, some pressure and attention is added to it.' … [Read more...] about Legend of the meeting: “It was fun to meet”
Love to see that respect in the NHL
'In the NHL you get a fine if you step on the club mark in the carpet in the dressing room. In the NHL, everyone who is on the ice also shows respect for the surroundings.' … [Read more...] about Love to see that respect in the NHL
Lightning beat Sabres 5-3 to sweep 2-game series in Sweden
'The Sabres jumped in front when Reinhart’s wrist shot from the right circle hit the post and bounced off McElhinney’s back for a 1-0 lead 9:30 into the first. Reinhart also scored twice in Friday’s loss.' … [Read more...] about Lightning beat Sabres 5-3 to sweep 2-game series in Sweden
Sabres come up short to the Lightning, 5-3 in Sweden
'The Sabres opened the 3rd period strong with Victor Olofsson getting his first career even-strength goal on his own rebound. Olofsson stuck with the play a slammed a rebound past McElhinney through his legs. The Lightning were able to answer back, as Yanni Gourde got his second goal of his European road trip to give the Lightning back their two-goal-lead. That turned to three … [Read more...] about Sabres come up short to the Lightning, 5-3 in Sweden