'"I think that you have to be completely open-minded in a leadership role going into these situations, where you know you have a lot to learn," Adams said. "You have to check any ego at the door, and you have to surround yourself with great people. So if you don’t know the answer to something, you say ‘I don’t know’ and you surround yourself with people you’d ask hard questions … [Read more...] about New Sabres GM Kevyn Adams’ ‘dream’ job presents unusual challenges
Archives for June 2020
On another dark day for Sabres, Terry and Kim Pegula don't offer a lot of real answers
'With no draft, the Pegulas had plenty of time to do a deep dive on their mess of a hockey team. Terry Pegula uttered their new mantra: "Effective, Efficient and Economic." Maybe the Sabres can hang that banner next to their advertisers' signs foolishly placed in the rafters because they never get any banners for winning hockey games.' … [Read more...] about On another dark day for Sabres, Terry and Kim Pegula don’t offer a lot of real answers
What GM Jason Botterill's firing could mean for Sabres coach Ralph Krueger
'Although the release did not disclose any details, it's possible Krueger will have a say in how the Sabres' roster is constructed. The 60-year-old coach built each of his rosters during his 13 years as coach of Switzerland's national team, molding the country's program into a global hockey power and a pipeline for NHL talent.' … [Read more...] about What GM Jason Botterill’s firing could mean for Sabres coach Ralph Krueger
Adams is fourth general manager of Sabres in Pegulas' time as owners
'Jason Botterill: Spent three season as the GM, and was thought to be safe for a fourth because of the coronavirus-shortened season. Team finished last in the league in 2017-18 and then won the lottery to select Rasmus Dahlin at No. 1 overall. He also signed Jack Eichel to a contract extension and acquired Jeff Skinner in a trade and then signed him to a long-term deal before … [Read more...] about Adams is fourth general manager of Sabres in Pegulas’ time as owners
Timeline: Jason Botterill's days as Sabres GM
'April 11, 2018: In end-of-season news conference two days after a 62-point season ends with Sabres 31st overall in the NHL, an angry Botterill flatly says, "this is not working" when asked about his team and admits "right now we have a losing culture."' … [Read more...] about Timeline: Jason Botterill’s days as Sabres GM
Five things about new Sabres GM Kevyn Adams
'Adams originally joined the Sabres in 2009 as player development coach and served as assistant coach from 2011-2013. He was named vice president and director of the Academy of Hockey at LECOM Harborcenter in October 2013, a year before the facility opened. He was named general manager of HarborCenter in January 2019 and Sabres' senior vice president of business … [Read more...] about Five things about new Sabres GM Kevyn Adams
Pegulas fire Sabres GM Jason Botterill and Amerks GM Randy Sexton
'In the nine years since, the Sabres have finished above .500 in the standings only once (in 2011-12), finished last in their division five times, and have not returned to the playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Pegulas fire Sabres GM Jason Botterill and Amerks GM Randy Sexton
Disconnect with Pegulas costs Jason Botterill job as Sabres GM
'“When we were in detailed discussions with Jason and how we felt we needed to move forward effectively, efficiently and economically running this franchise, we felt that there were too many differences of opinion going into the future that we just thought – since we had more time – it would be best for us to make this change,” Terry Pegula said.' … [Read more...] about Disconnect with Pegulas costs Jason Botterill job as Sabres GM
Pegulas issue sweeping changes, fire Sabres’ GM Botterill after three seasons; Amerks coach also let go
'“We felt there were too many differences of opinion going into the future that we just thought that it would be best to make this change,” said Sabres’ owner and CEO Terry Pegula. “We had Kevyn in mind very recently only because we know him over nine years. He has handled very admirably any job we have given him. Loyal, communicative and we just feel its a better place to be … [Read more...] about Pegulas issue sweeping changes, fire Sabres’ GM Botterill after three seasons; Amerks coach also let go
Sorry, Jack
'Eichel has done his part, scoring 137 goals to go along with 200 assists despite missing 36 games combined during the 2016-17 and 2017-18 seasons. But the organization has failed to support its star player and captain.' … [Read more...] about Sorry, Jack
Sabres change course, fire GM Botterill after 3 seasons
'Botterill was under fire for mismanaging the lineup with numerous questionable moves, while attempting the rebuild the roster through youth.' … [Read more...] about Sabres change course, fire GM Botterill after 3 seasons
Sabres tab inexperienced Kevyn Adams as new GM
'If at first you don’t succeed, try again.' … [Read more...] about Sabres tab inexperienced Kevyn Adams as new GM
Scituate native Greeley a victim in Sabres’ shocking about-face
'The owners of the Buffalo Sabres announced a stunning about-face on Tuesday, and Scituate native Steve Greeley was among those who paid the price.' … [Read more...] about Scituate native Greeley a victim in Sabres’ shocking about-face
Messing up Sabres is distracting from good Pegula is doing with Bills
'But the Sabres are a running gag. Not so much because they’ve never hoisted a Stanley Cup, or that they’ve only been to the final twice in their half-century existence and there is absolutely no signs of that trend changing.' … [Read more...] about Messing up Sabres is distracting from good Pegula is doing with Bills
Kevyn Adams becomes first former Miami University hockey player named NHL GM
'Adams played for MU for four years - graduating in 1996 - before becoming the Boston Bruins' first-round draft pick in 1993. He played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Columbus Blue Jackets, Florida Panthers, Carolina Hurricanes, Phoenix Coyotes and Chicago Blackhawks before retiring in 2009. He was an assistant coach for the Sabres for two seasons and was most recently the team's … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams becomes first former Miami University hockey player named NHL GM