'"I think we kind of put that expectation on ourselves," Olofsson said. "We want to be leaders in this group. There's a lot of young guys, new guys ... We're trying to lead the way."' … [Read more...] about Veteran prospects make early statement in win over Devils
Archives for 2019
Pekar to make long-awaited return vs. Devils
'It all came to a screeching halt with his injury in January, yet Pekar found ways to make the most of his time spent rehabbing. He was kept off the ice for more than six weeks, time he utilized to work on his strength. He worked his way back and spent the end of the season practicing on an amateur tryout with Rochester, which he described as an invaluable experience in terms … [Read more...] about Pekar to make long-awaited return vs. Devils
Sabres' Rasmus Dahlin on Year Two: 'I will be as ready as I can'
'"I have to be a lot better. People are probably going to try to hit me sometimes even more. I have to be quicker in my mind, quicker with my hands, quicker with my feet. I know that, so I'm prepared."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin on Year Two: ‘I will be as ready as I can’
Henri Jokiharju's first impression begins with Sabres Prospects Challenge
'"It brings me more motivation," Jokiharju said Thursday of his trade from the Blackhawks. "This is a young team that’s up and coming. It’s good. Lots of young guys who are very talented."' … [Read more...] about Henri Jokiharju’s first impression begins with Sabres Prospects Challenge
Sabres prospect Victor Olofsson ready to battle for roster spot
'“I kind of know the way we want to play, even if it’s a little bit different this year,” he said. “I still feel like it’s a lot easier coming into this year because last year everything was new to me.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Victor Olofsson ready to battle for roster spot
Sabres prospect Dylan Cozens close to playing: ‘I’m feeling good right now’
'“I think it’s feeling normal right now, just being with the guys again, going out, practicing, being treated like another normal player,” Cozens said inside Harborcenter. “Not wearing a red jersey, I think that’s big. I’m feeling good right now.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Dylan Cozens close to playing: ‘I’m feeling good right now’
Sabres' Asplund is ready to make the next step
'Asplund is very close to being NHL ready, but Jason Botterill already has a logjam on the roster. Asplund said he’s ready for the competition, “It’s great, I think it’s good for everyone to have that competition and in every practice you really need to show yourself or your best side.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Asplund is ready to make the next step
Cozens to play in Prospects Challenge
'“You know, I’m not really focusing on other guys, I’m focusing on myself. I want to go out there and play because I feel good not because I want to play against Jack Hughes. I want to go out because I love the game of hockey and I want to be back on the ice.”' … [Read more...] about Cozens to play in Prospects Challenge
Cozens practices as Sabres prepare for Prospects Challenge
'"I'm not really focusing on other guys," he said. "I'm focusing on myself. I want to go out there and play because I feel good, not go out and play because I want to play against Jack Hughes. I want to go out and play because I love the game of hockey and I want to get back on the ice."' … [Read more...] about Cozens practices as Sabres prepare for Prospects Challenge
Camp Preview: Which players might make the jump to the NHL?
'Asplund (second round, 2016) saw growth during his first North American campaign in Rochester, and the proof was in the production. He tallied 18 points in his first 53 games as he adapted to a new league and a new ice surface, then tallied a team-best 23 points over his final 22 games in the regular season.' … [Read more...] about Camp Preview: Which players might make the jump to the NHL?
Sam Reinhart 'looking forward' to first Sabres camp under Ralph Krueger
'"I know how overwhelming that experience is and you’re meeting so many people," Reinhart, who spends each offseason in Vancouver, told reporters Wednesday in Harborcenter. "I think if you can meet someone who is kind of established on the team it just provides that much more comfort, to have someone there who has been through that experience as well. It wasn’t too far out of … [Read more...] about Sam Reinhart ‘looking forward’ to first Sabres camp under Ralph Krueger
Sabres’ Sam Reinhart excited to play for new coach Ralph Krueger
'“It’s an exciting opportunity,” Reinhart said Wednesday following a late-summer skate inside Harborcenter. “You finish early here and get a chance to go over there. The goal is to play some meaningful games."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Sam Reinhart excited to play for new coach Ralph Krueger
Sabres' Reinhart said playing for Team Canada gave him a feel of the postseason
'Reinhart said he had a good offseason with his training staff back in Vancouver. Reinhart played for Team Canada at the IIHF World Championship in May, winning a silver medal. Reinhart had three goals and two assists in 10 games, and Jason Botterill has said it was important for the winger and for Jack Eichel to play important games since Buffalo wasn’t in the playoffs. … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Reinhart said playing for Team Canada gave him a feel of the postseason
Eichel ranked 42nd in NHL Network's 'Top-50 Players Right Now' list
'Eichel comes in as the 42nd ranked player in the NHL, which is three spots better than where he was ranked last year. Back in the summer of 2017, Eichel was ranked as the 37th best player in the NHL before being knocked back eight spots.' … [Read more...] about Eichel ranked 42nd in NHL Network’s ‘Top-50 Players Right Now’ list
Camp Preview: What to watch at the Prospects Challenge
'The roster also includes a pair of defensemen set to begin their first pro seasons following strong collegiate careers in Jacob Bryson and Casey Fitzgerald, a fan favorite at past rookie camps in Matej Pekar, and a member of this year's draft class in sixth-round pick Lukas Rousek.' … [Read more...] about Camp Preview: What to watch at the Prospects Challenge