'The news of the latest postponement was alarming to Granato and his players, as this is the Sabres’ second encounter with the virus this season. Nine players entered the protocols following a two-game series against the New Jersey Devils on Jan. 30-31. Former coach Ralph Krueger tested positive for Covid-19 and most Sabres on the list also tested positive. This led to the … [Read more...] about Sabres’ game Saturday postponed as 4 more Bruins enter Covid-19 protocols
Archives for March 20, 2021
Sources: Sabres on the verge of trading goalie Jonas Johansson
'Sources say the completion of a trade was delayed because the Sabres were waiting to hear how they will be impacted by the news that their opponent Thursday, the Boston Bruins, had four players added to the NHL's Covid protocol list Friday.' … [Read more...] about Sources: Sabres on the verge of trading goalie Jonas Johansson
Charlie Mendola is latest departure from Sabres' hockey operations department
'This creates another vacancy in the Sabres’ hockey operations department, which was gutted by 22 firings in June, including General Manager Jason Botterill.' … [Read more...] about Charlie Mendola is latest departure from Sabres’ hockey operations department
Sabres worried about latest COVID-19 problems: ‘Definitely some nerves’
'“I don’t see how it’s really much of a different situation that what happened with New Jersey,” said Sabres rookie Dylan Cozens, who tested positive for COVID-19 last month. “So there is definitely some nerves in the room. Like, we don’t want to get shut down again. That was not fun to have to quarantine and go through. I mean, we’re just hoping that it didn’t transmit to any … [Read more...] about Sabres worried about latest COVID-19 problems: ‘Definitely some nerves’
Sabres rookie Dylan Cozens practices, nearing return to lineup
'“I mean, the way I went into the board from that distance, it’s a dangerous hit. I mean, it’s unnecessary and it’s dangerous, but at the same time, he’s just finishing his check.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Dylan Cozens practices, nearing return to lineup
Sabres reportedly close to trading goalie Jonas Johansson
'But the Sabres’ uncertain status has held up the deal, according to The News. The NHL postponed this afternoon’s game against Boston because four Bruins players who played in Thursday’s 4-1 win here were added to the COVID-19 protocol-related absences list. They have five total players on the list.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reportedly close to trading goalie Jonas Johansson
Buffalo is burning. The desperate Sabres need some of that Bills magic to rub off
'Things got so bad in Buffalo this week, the Buffalo News had the Sabres 32nd in its weekly NHL Power Rankings. That’s one spot below a team that hasn’t played: the expansion Seattle Kraken.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo is burning. The desperate Sabres need some of that Bills magic to rub off
Ex-Knights goalie Michael Houser signs one-year deal with Sabres
'The Youngstown, Ohio native played three seasons with the Knights, backstopped London to a 2-1 loss to Shawinigan in the 2012 Memorial Cup final and he is the club’s all-time leader with 93 wins.' … [Read more...] about Ex-Knights goalie Michael Houser signs one-year deal with Sabres
Sabres' Saturday matchup with Bruins postponed due to COVID-19 protocols
'Both the Sabres and Bruins were forced to cancel their morning skates on Thursday after having members of each organization enter the NHL's COVID-19 Protocols. The Sabres had a team staff member enter the league's protocols, while Boston had their first player go into the league's protocols.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Saturday matchup with Bruins postponed due to COVID-19 protocols
New coach Don Granato got to work in his first practice with the Sabres
'This is not ideal circumstances for Granato to come into and he doesn’t even know if he can practice on Saturday, “There would be an option to wait a day. I mean take a day to wait it out and I think we’re leaning that way.” Granato said he needs to meet with Kevyn Adams to decide what’s best for the organization.' … [Read more...] about New coach Don Granato got to work in his first practice with the Sabres
Report: Sabres are trading goaltender Jonas Johansson to Colorado
'NHL Network analyst Kevin Weekes reports that the Sabres and Colorado Avalanche are closing in on a deal to send the Swedish netminder to Denver.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres are trading goaltender Jonas Johansson to Colorado
Krueger 'loved every minute' of tenure as head coach in Buffalo
'Just hours after the firing on Wednesday, TSN hockey insider Pierre LeBrun shared a text conversation he had with the former Sabres head coach. When asked about his brief time in Buffalo, Krueger was nothing but class, as usual, in his response.' … [Read more...] about Krueger ‘loved every minute’ of tenure as head coach in Buffalo
Sabres' game against Boston on Saturday postponed
'Joining Sean Kuraly on the list are forwards David Pastrnak, Craig Smith, Jake DeBrusk, and David Krejci.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ game against Boston on Saturday postponed
Sabres’ Saturday game against Bruins postponed; fans will be refunded
'It’s not yet clear when the Sabres will play next after their loss to the Bruins on Wednesday night. The Sabres are currently on a 13-game winless streak.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Saturday game against Bruins postponed; fans will be refunded
Sabres fans disappointed about postponed game, won’t be refunded for COVID-19 test
'But people will not be refunded the 64 dollars they had to pay for a COVID-19 test. Under the Governor’s restrictions, fans have to be tested three days before the game they’re going to, and show proof of a negative result in order to attend.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans disappointed about postponed game, won’t be refunded for COVID-19 test