'"The young talent on this team," Simmonds said Tuesday when asked why he chose to join the Sabres. "I think they’re going in the right direction, and I thought that I could be a piece that could ultimately help this team get into the playoffs. I’m extremely excited to be here, and I can’t wait to get started."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ new acquisition Wayne Simmonds ‘can’t wait to get started’
Archives for February 26, 2020
Dominik Kahun surprised by trade from Penguins, happy to play for Sabres
'“I think he’s a really honest and great guy, a great teammate, and of course, he’s a good player,” Jokiharju said. “He’s got some skills and some speed and he works hard, so I think he’s going to be a good addition for our team.”' … [Read more...] about Dominik Kahun surprised by trade from Penguins, happy to play for Sabres
Ex-Sabres Evan Rodrigues, Conor Sheary relish opportunity with Penguins
'"I think it just started from the get-go," Rodrigues told reporters when asked what went wrong in Buffalo. "Obviously starting the season as a healthy scratch you never really get into the groove of things. You’re always playing not to make a mistake, and I think since New Year's, since the turn of 2020, I’ve really turned it on and the puck is starting to go in for me. I’m … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabres Evan Rodrigues, Conor Sheary relish opportunity with Penguins
Wayne Simmonds thrilled to join Sabres: ‘A perfect opportunity for me’
'“I’m a UFA at the end of the year, whether I stay here or I go, I’ve got to prove myself,” Simmonds said following Tuesday’s practice, his first with the Sabres. “So playing these meaningful games over the last 20 and trying to push this team into the playoffs, I mean, obviously, I know I’m not going to be the savior or anything here, but just another piece to help the boys … [Read more...] about Wayne Simmonds thrilled to join Sabres: ‘A perfect opportunity for me’
Dominik Kahun excited to join Sabres: ‘I’m really, really happy’
'“When I got traded yesterday, first of all, I was a little shocked,” he said. “I didn’t really see it coming. But I’m really, really happy to play for Buffalo now.”' … [Read more...] about Dominik Kahun excited to join Sabres: ‘I’m really, really happy’
Wednesday's Colorado Coverage
MacKinnon and Colorado take on Buffalo (AP) Avs, Sabres to meet after bolstering lineups (ESPN) Sabres at Avalanche preview (NHL.com) Avs Host Sabres on Military Appreciation Night (ColoradoAvalanche.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Colorado Coverage
Dominik Kahun on the Penguins trading him to Buffalo: 'I didn't really see it coming'
'“When I got traded [Monday], first of all, it was a shock, for sure. I didn’t really see it coming,” the soft-spoken Kahun said Tuesday on a conference call organized by the Sabres. “But I’m really, really happy to play for Buffalo now.”' … [Read more...] about Dominik Kahun on the Penguins trading him to Buffalo: ‘I didn’t really see it coming’
Simmonds relishes opportunity to help Sabres’ playoff push
'For whatever reasons, Simmonds’ leadership and physical play failed to make a difference in New Jersey, and the Sabres hope those qualities can provide a boost in their young team’s bid to remain competitive down the stretch.' … [Read more...] about Simmonds relishes opportunity to help Sabres’ playoff push
Sabres' Simmonds is glad to be in Buffalo
'Simmonds had to waive his no-trade clause and he said, “It’s the young talent on this team and I think they’re going in the right direction and I thought I could be a piece that could ultimately help this team get into the playoffs.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Simmonds is glad to be in Buffalo
Simmonds eager to help Sabres make a push for the playoffs
'"I'm a UFA [unrestricted free agent] at the end of the year, so whether I stay here or I go, I need to prove myself," Simmonds said. "Obviously I know I'm not going to be the savior or anything here but just to be another piece to help the boys out. That's something that I relish. I'm a competitor and I've been a competitor my whole career and this kind of stuff brings the … [Read more...] about Simmonds eager to help Sabres make a push for the playoffs
Simmonds hopes to provide leadership, physicality for Sabres
'"I think they're going in the right direction and I thought that I could be a piece that could ultimately help this team get into the playoffs," Simmonds said. "I'm extremely excited to be here and I can't wait to get started."' … [Read more...] about Simmonds hopes to provide leadership, physicality for Sabres
Sheary looking forward to second stint with Pens
'"I've had the luxury of being on two teams early on in my career that are in completely different scenarios," Sheary said. "With Buffalo, they're a young team that has to learn a lot. They have a ton of skill. They're on the right path. I think when I got here, we were already a contender and just the difference in that was a big learning experience for me in how to handle … [Read more...] about Sheary looking forward to second stint with Pens