‘Adams expressed anger and frustration while declaring that ownership gave him “full authority” over all hockey decisions. Adams did not sound like a general manager willing to keep a coach for the sake of continuity, though he added that he’s enjoyed building a relationship with Krueger.’
Archives for March 6, 2021
Mike Harrington: Kevyn Adams needs to step in and stop Sabres’ insanity
‘Now the GM needs to do something – anything – to fix a team that is nothing short of disgraceful.’
Kevyn Adams says reeling Sabres being evaluated, including Ralph Krueger
‘“Ralph and I talk every day, multiple times a day,” said Adams, whose Sabres have lost five straight games and nine of 11 since their COVID-19 pause ended. “We’re very honest with each other. He understands the situation we’re in is unacceptable and the players do, everybody does. It’s just flat-out not good enough.”’
Sabres notes: Kevyn Adams says Jack Eichel hasn’t requested trade
‘“Jack is someone that I’ve bounced things off of, he’s talked to me and we have an open dialogue,” Adams said on a Zoom call Friday afternoon.’
Sullivan: Your Buffalo Sabres, the worst franchise in major pro sports
‘Last month marked the 10th anniversary of Pegula’s ascension to owner, and his teary acknowledgement of Gilbert Perreault at his introductory presser in the Arena foyer. Nowadays, it’s the fans who are crying, unless they’re so fed up with the product that they no longer have any emotional investment.’
Saturday’s New York Coverage
New York faces Buffalo on 3-game win streak (AP)
Game Preview: Islanders vs Sabres (NewYorkIslanders.com)
Sabres coach on hot seat; GM says team’s play ‘unacceptable’
‘“He understands the situation we’re in is unacceptable, and the players do, everybody does,” Adams said of the second-year coach.’
Buffalo Sabres GM Kevyn Adams evaluating Ralph Krueger amid team’s woes
‘Adams said Krueger, like everything else around the team, is being evaluated as the season continues. Adams says he’s looking at decisions that would impact the Sabres in the short term and long term, but that the belief the players have in Krueger is something he has had to balance in his evaluation process.’
Sabres GM: Jack Eichel ‘has not asked for a trade’ as team continues spiral
‘Adams has been on the job for less than a year. Yes, in case you hadn’t heard, it’s that kind of season again in Buffalo and still getting worse.’
Ralph Krueger, Jack Eichel On The Hot Seat For Buffalo Sabres
‘Of course, it’s not known how much longer Eichel can continue to accept what’s gone on in Buffalo since he was drafted No. 2 overall in 2015 and seems destined to continue, which is a lot of chaos and disappointment. The Sabres are last in the NHL with 15 points (in 21 games) and are on course to miss the Stanley Cup playoffs for the 10th straight season.’