'Pilut has appeared in six NHL games this season, averaging 16:39 of ice time per game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Pilut from Rochester
Archives for January 2020
Jack Eichel, Atlantic Division lose in final of NHL All-Star Game
'Eichel had three assists in the Atlantic Division’s opening win over the Metropolitan, only to fall in the final to Connor McDavid and the Pacific Division, 5-4, in Enterprise Center. Though Eichel expressed disappointment following the loss, he called his third All-Star Game a "fun experience."' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel, Atlantic Division lose in final of NHL All-Star Game
With 'city on his shoulders,' Jack Eichel flourishing in pressure-packed role
'"You look at the support system and the people who have been there for you, I’ve started to use more resources and things at my disposal," Eichel, now 23, told The Buffalo News ahead of the NHL All-Star Game in St. Louis. "There’s a lot that comes at you in this profession and my situation. At times, it can be a little overwhelming. Dealing with everything on a day-to-day … [Read more...] about With ‘city on his shoulders,’ Jack Eichel flourishing in pressure-packed role
Eichel tallies 4 assists as Atlantic Division falls in All-Star final
' "It was good," Eichel said. "Obviously, it sucks to lose, but it was a fun experience."' … [Read more...] about Eichel tallies 4 assists as Atlantic Division falls in All-Star final
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Dea's short-handed goal is winner for Amerks (Buffalo News) Amerks hold off Crunch for third straight win (Amerks.com) Crunch downed by Amerks, 3-2 (SyracuseCrunch.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres' Jack Eichel finishes fourth in NHL's fastest skater competition
'Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid was unable to win for a fourth consecutive season, falling only 0.03 seconds behind New York Islanders center Mathew Barzal. Barzal crossed the red line at 13.175 seconds.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Eichel finishes fourth in NHL’s fastest skater competition
NHL's hotline for whistleblowers coming soon
'The league's initiative also includes a diversity and inclusion council, which Bettman will co-chair with the Buffalo Sabres' Kim Pegula.' … [Read more...] about NHL’s hotline for whistleblowers coming soon
The Sabres have a tall task ahead of them
'Many are trying to do the math on what the Sabres have to do during the rest of the season to try to sneak in, but none of that math matters in the least unless three teams falter.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres have a tall task ahead of them
Eichel places fourth in Fastest Skater event at All-Star Skills
'"It's the same thing," Eichel said. "You just try and get loose before it. Same thing, I feel like I had a good first half and maybe not the best second half."' … [Read more...] about Eichel places fourth in Fastest Skater event at All-Star Skills
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks finally get back-to-back wins, beat Laval (Buffalo News) As Jonas Johansson heads to AHL All-Star Game, here's where Sabres stand in goalie depth (Buffalo News) Oglevie scores twice in 5-2 win over Rocket (Amerks.com) The rocket vaincu 5 to 2 at Rochester (RocketLaval.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
Fellow NHL all-stars explain why Sabres' Jack Eichel is 'one of the best'
'“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’
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