'“I get the opportunity and challenge to play against him four or five times a year, and you can see him developing every year,” Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman said on stage Thursday night. “The consistency he’s had this year, the point streak, is very impressive. You can see how much he means to that team. He’s one of those guys who’s a challenge to play against … [Read more...] about Fellow NHL all-stars explain why Sabres’ Jack Eichel is ‘one of the best’
Archives for January 24, 2020
Ralph Krueger's 'very positive attitude' resonates with Nashville's Roman Josi
'"He’s a great speaker," Josi said of Krueger Thursday night during all-star media availability at Stifel Theatre. "When he steps in the room and says something before the game, he’s one of those guys that everybody is listening. He has a very positive attitude. … He’s one of those guys you like as a player."' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger’s ‘very positive attitude’ resonates with Nashville’s Roman Josi
West Seneca native reflects on dual career in hockey, hoaxes
'“Nine years ago, Terry Pegula bought the Sabres and promised he was going to win a Stanley Cup in three years,” Wieland said. “They haven’t made the playoffs yet. Does that give you any idea about the competence of the man that owns the team as far as getting the right people in charge? I think it should. I am a fan and I am disgusted. I look at the roster right now, and it’s … [Read more...] about West Seneca native reflects on dual career in hockey, hoaxes
Yes, an article about jerseys
'But what the team wears is different, isn’t it? Haven’t we learned anything from all the different jersey changes over the years? The “slug” and the “Turd Burger” are not known by those names because we don’t care what the players are wearing.' … [Read more...] about Yes, an article about jerseys
Sabres' Jack Eichel to participate in Bridgestone NHL Fastest Skater competition
'Eichel faces some tough competition including Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid who narrowly beat out Eichel in 2019, and Colorado's Nathan MacKinnon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Eichel to participate in Bridgestone NHL Fastest Skater competition
'Student of the game' Eichel embraces All-Star Weekend
'Yet, for as much as he's become one of the game's true stars, part of what's made him great is the fact that he's also remained one of its fans. It's why, attending this third straight All-Star Game at age 23, he's able to tell you in detail about what he learns from watching his peers on a nightly basis.' … [Read more...] about ‘Student of the game’ Eichel embraces All-Star Weekend
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Former Sabres prospect Justin Bailey riding unique hat trick streak (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage