'“I am a smaller guy, so I’ve worked around that, but I know being a smaller guy I have to be able to compete with those guys if I want to play in the NHL, so I’ve had that mindset," Bryson said following Friday's practice in Uniondale. "I can knock guys off the puck because it’s a low center of gravity, and I’ve been working on my strength for four or five years. That’s what I … [Read more...] about Jacob Bryson has shown coaches he can handle the NHL
Archives for March 2021
Kevyn Adams thinks the state of the Buffalo Sabres is unacceptable
'You’ve all seen that this current team has no life and player after player calls them out for their lack of compete. The only reason Adams stayed in the NHL for 10 years is the way he competed and went to work every day on the ice. Adams mentioned that he doesn’t see that here, “Competitiveness and passion are a really important part of being a successful team. At the end of … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams thinks the state of the Buffalo Sabres is unacceptable
Kevyn Adams says he has authority to fire Ralph Krueger
'Adams on Jack Eichel: He has not asked for a trade. ... Are people going to make a phone call and ask? Of course, but that's the extent of it.' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams says he has authority to fire Ralph Krueger
"It's unacceptable where we're at right now", Sabres GM discusses poor start to 2021 season
'"Competitiveness and passion are a really important part of being a team. It's about out competing the guy across from you," Adams said. "The passion hasn't been good enough. The compete hasn't been good enough. We need to fix it."' … [Read more...] about “It’s unacceptable where we’re at right now”, Sabres GM discusses poor start to 2021 season
Sabres GM Kevyn Adams: ‘Unacceptable where we’re at’
'“Not happy,” Adams said. “Unacceptable where we’re at right now. Part of my job is to raise the standard and the expectations and the accountability in this organization and we’re not where we need to be.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams: ‘Unacceptable where we’re at’
Hamilton: No vote of confidence for Sabres coach Ralph Krueger from GM Kevyn Adams
'In my mind it’s looking more and more as if Adams is going to have to just rip the whole thing down. Adams said he doesn’t think that’s necessary.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: No vote of confidence for Sabres coach Ralph Krueger from GM Kevyn Adams
Sabres competitiveness questioned, GM says 'everything's being evaluated'
'Asked about Krueger's status, Adams said, "I mean, everything's being evaluated. Ralph and I talk every day, multiple times a day. 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."' … [Read more...] about Sabres competitiveness questioned, GM says ‘everything’s being evaluated’
'Calm and cool': Jacob Bryson's confidence has shown to start NHL career
'Bryson skated a season-high 24:10 against the New York Islanders on Tuesday, his fifth NHL game. The 23-year-old defenseman has continued to exude confidence not only with his willingness to join the rush, but with his poise under pressure in his own end.' … [Read more...] about ‘Calm and cool’: Jacob Bryson’s confidence has shown to start NHL career
Adams on recent performance: 'It's unacceptable'
'"Everything is being evaluated," he said. "[Head coach] Ralph [Krueger] and I talk every day, multiple times a day. 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."' … [Read more...] about Adams on recent performance: ‘It’s unacceptable’
If only Sabres could follow the Bills’ path
'Whether the hiring of McDermott and Beane was the product of decidedly careful research or mere dumb luck is moot. Sabres fans just wish they could work a little of that magic again for the hockey franchise.' … [Read more...] about If only Sabres could follow the Bills’ path
Observations: Ralph Krueger not looking to 'reinvent' Sabres amid 5-game skid
'The Sabres, equipped with superstar talents Jack Eichel and Taylor Hall, have scored the fewest 5-on-5 goals in the National Hockey League. With only 15 points in 21 games, Buffalo sits last in the league standings.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Ralph Krueger not looking to ‘reinvent’ Sabres amid 5-game skid
The Wraparound: Another slow start, another ugly loss for last-place Sabres
'Another ugly start doomed the Sabres, who have scored first only seven times in 21 games. Dobson and Matt Martin scored less than six minutes apart in the first period for the Islanders. Buffalo has a negative-10 goal differential in the first period this season. The Sabres have led at the first intermission only four times.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Another slow start, another ugly loss for last-place Sabres
Sabres notebook: Taylor Hall 'open' to returning to Buffalo next season
'“Yeah, I’m open to anything,” said Hall, who signed a one-year, $8 million contract with the Sabres in October. “It’s not like I’ve had an amazing statistical year by any means so far this year. Just in saying that, I think I’ve enjoyed my time here. I really like the guys, the coaching staff, the way we’re treated as players and like we said from the start, my agent and … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Taylor Hall ‘open’ to returning to Buffalo next season
Sabres unravel against Islanders, lose fifth straight: ‘It’s a dangerous spiral’
'The Sabres have become the NHL’s laughingstock again. Right now, it feels like they will never win another game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unravel against Islanders, lose fifth straight: ‘It’s a dangerous spiral’
Despite slow start, Sabres’ Taylor Hall open to contract extension with Buffalo
'“I’m open to anything,” Hall said on a Zoom call Thursday afternoon from Nassau Coliseum. “It’s not like I’ve had an amazing statistical year by any means so far this year. So just in saying that, I’ve enjoyed my time here, I’ve really liked the guys, the coaching staff, the way we’re treated as players."' … [Read more...] about Despite slow start, Sabres’ Taylor Hall open to contract extension with Buffalo