'Elie, Wilson, and Nelson all appeared in games for the Amerks last season. Lazar was signed as a free agent by the Sabres this offseason.' … [Read more...] about Four players clear waivers and are assigned to Rochester
Archives for 2019
Bogosian, Montour, Luukkonen, Hunwick placed on IR
'The Buffalo Sabres have announced the following roster moves...'. … [Read more...] about Bogosian, Montour, Luukkonen, Hunwick placed on IR
Sabres announce coaching staff update
'Buffalo Sabres assistant coach Don Granato has been hospitalized with severe pneumonia and will be taking a medical leave from the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce coaching staff update
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Olofsson rejoins Amerks on day of many moves, but it's temporary (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks coach Taylor called up to Buffalo on interim basis (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks’ Chris Taylor joins Sabres after assistant takes medical leave, Gord Dineen now interim head coach (WROC-TV) Amerks coaching update (Amerks.com) Amerks begin 64th season Friday … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres have 23-man roster but it could change before Tuesday's NHL deadline
'One player who could be attractive to the Sabres is Anaheim right winger Daniel Sprong, who scored 14 goals in 47 games for the Ducks last season. Sprong, 22, was a second-round pick of the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2015 and thus has a relationship with both Sabres General Manager Jason Botterill and assistant GM Randy Sexton from their days in Pittsburgh.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have 23-man roster but it could change before Tuesday’s NHL deadline
Tage Thompson among four forwards sent to Rochester as Buffalo Sabres make final cuts
'During the offseason, Thompson added strength and size thanks to a high-calorie diet and lifting regiment. He had a strong camp for Buffalo, but still needs work on his overall game which he can do on an every-day basis in Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson among four forwards sent to Rochester as Buffalo Sabres make final cuts
Sabres prospect Tage Thompson could dominate AHL with Amerks
'Thompson, 21, probably should’ve spent most of the campaign with the Americans. But the Sabres, perhaps to show they had something from the Ryan O’Reilly trade, kept the 6-foot-6 winger in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Tage Thompson could dominate AHL with Amerks
Sabres make seven roster moves ahead of season opener
'Buffalo does have a number of players that could be placed on injured reserve to start the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make seven roster moves ahead of season opener
Sabres trim roster as they prepare for regular season
'The Sabres waived forwards Remi Elie, Curtis Lazar, Scott Wilson, and defenseman Casey Nelson. Of the four players waived, Nelson may be the biggest surprise. Last season he played in 38 games with the Sabres, tallying one goal and five assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trim roster as they prepare for regular season
Sabres make seven roster moves
'Twenty-one year old Thompson played in 65 games for the Sabres last season with 7 goals and 5 assists. … [Read more...] about Sabres make seven roster moves
Sabres reduce roster to 26
'Buffalo now has 26 players on its roster, including defensemen Zach Bogosian (hip), Brandon Montour (hand) and Matt Hunwick (neck), and goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (hip), who are dealing with injuries.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reduce roster to 26
After surgery, Marco Scandella looking to bounce back on Sabres blueline
'"I definitely went into the summer looking to improve in areas and I came ready to camp. This is a big season. It's a great group of guys, it's a new coach, still a great situation. You have to embrace it."' … [Read more...] about After surgery, Marco Scandella looking to bounce back on Sabres blueline
Strong training camp might’ve earned Sabres’ John Gilmour roster spot
'The slick Gilmour, 26, morphed into the Sabres’ biggest surprise this month, earning a long look from coach Ralph Krueger, who likes the way the newcomer plays within the team’s concepts.' … [Read more...] about Strong training camp might’ve earned Sabres’ John Gilmour roster spot
Buffalo Sabres 2019-20 season preview: It's Krueger Time
'Biggest weakness - Their forward depth. The Sabres don't really put a scare in anybody, outside of their top line, which may be one reason Krueger has flirted with putting Skinner and Eichel on different lines during the preseason. Marcus Johansson being used at center speaks volumes about this lineup's needs.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres 2019-20 season preview: It’s Krueger Time
'Confident' Girgensons made strong impression at camp
'"You could see in Pittsburgh, his goal was really one of passion and one of confidence," Krueger said after practice at KeyBank Center on Sunday morning. "So, he's in a good space."' … [Read more...] about ‘Confident’ Girgensons made strong impression at camp