'Eichel missed the final 33 games of the regular season after suffering a herniated disk in his neck. Surgery is an option, but it appears everyone's not on the same page.' … [Read more...] about “I think there’s been a bit of a disconnect”, Eichel’s future in Buffalo remains a big question mark
Archives for May 2021
Jack Eichel says there’s been a ‘disconnect’ with Sabres on treating his neck injury
'“That should be the goal of every player at the beginning of the year, every team. And that was our goal when we started. Did we reach it? No. Did we have a hard year? Yeah we did and I think when that happens it forces everyone to just consider what I guess you could do better, what you think maybe the future holds. I think I have a lot of thinking to do in this offseason, I … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel says there’s been a ‘disconnect’ with Sabres on treating his neck injury
Sabres D Rasmus Ristolainen is ‘open for all the scenarios’ when it comes to his future
'“Like I told Kevyn [Adams] a little while ago I just said I’m open for all the ideas. Right now I mean it’s hard obviously the season just ended so yeah I’m frustrated, I’m pissed and it sucks so I told him I’m open for all the scenarios staying or if he trades me I’m fine with that too,” Ristolainen said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres D Rasmus Ristolainen is ‘open for all the scenarios’ when it comes to his future
Sabres' captain Jack Eichel expresses frustration, uncertainty about future in Buffalo
'"Did we have a hard year? Yeah, we did, and I think when that happens, it forces everyone to just consider what you could do better... What you think maybe the future holds."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ captain Jack Eichel expresses frustration, uncertainty about future in Buffalo
Eichel uncertain about his Sabres future after 'disconnect' over injury
'"They definitely hold a lot of cards on what I can and can't do," he said.' … [Read more...] about Eichel uncertain about his Sabres future after ‘disconnect’ over injury
'It's disappointing right now' | Sabres vets look ahead to offseason
'"For sure, I would say I've been a bit upset about the way things have been handled since I've been hurt," Eichel said. "I would be lying to say that things have moved smoothly since my injury. So, yeah, I think there's been a bit of a disconnect I think from the organization and myself."' … [Read more...] about ‘It’s disappointing right now’ | Sabres vets look ahead to offseason
Tokarski named Sabres' nominee for Masterton Trophy
'A nominee is selected from each team, and the winner is selected in a poll of all chapters of the PHWA at the end of the regular season.' … [Read more...] about Tokarski named Sabres’ nominee for Masterton Trophy
By the numbers: Lots of ugly ones and some surprising ones from Sabres' season
'6-24-2 – Record vs. East playoff teams Pittsburgh, Washington, Boston and the New York Islanders.' … [Read more...] about By the numbers: Lots of ugly ones and some surprising ones from Sabres’ season
Sabres GM Kevyn Adams has offseason filled with critical decisions
'Adams’ short list for this offseason includes hiring a coach, trying to re-sign his No. 1 goalie and top scorer and making sure his captain and best player, Jack Eichel, is happy.' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams has offseason filled with critical decisions
Sabres’ high expectations unravel with last-place finish
'Management again over-estimated how close the franchise was to becoming a contender, attempting quick fixes with headline-grabbing signings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ high expectations unravel with last-place finish
Hamilton: How the Sabres should approach the head coaching search
'Now that the season is over, I don’t think Adams should just hand the job to Granato. I definitely think he should be the front-runner, but I’ve said this from the start, they absolutely can’t get this coach wrong, so every single coach on Adams' list needs to be interviewed. College coaches, AHL coaches, assistant coaches, former NHL coaches, everybody.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: How the Sabres should approach the head coaching search
Inside the Sabres: Coaching hire to kick-start a busy offseason for GM Kevyn Adams
'Under Granato’s watch, the Sabres posted a 9-16-3 record, including a mark of 9-11-2 since their franchise-record 18-game winless streak. He padded his résumé by implementing an effective, up-tempo system that prioritized puck possession and suited the talent on the roster.' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Coaching hire to kick-start a busy offseason for GM Kevyn Adams
The Wraparound: Michael Houser magnificent, but Sabres drop season finale
'Buffalo was shut out for the ninth time this season, but this wasn’t a flat performance. The Sabres finished with 29 shots on goal, as the Penguins (37-16-3) received a remarkable performance from third-string goalie Maxime Lagace, a 28-year-old with only 17 games of NHL experience.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Michael Houser magnificent, but Sabres drop season finale
Many Sabres thrived with Don Granato: ‘I owe Donnie a huge thank you’
'“A lot of guys, including myself, owe Donnie quite a bit,” Mittelstadt said on a Zoom call following Saturday afternoon’s 1-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins in the season finale. “He challenged me when he took over and pushed me to become a better player. I think it’s that simple."' … [Read more...] about Many Sabres thrived with Don Granato: ‘I owe Donnie a huge thank you’
Sunday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Maxime Lagace shuts out Buffalo, Penguins clinch East Division title (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins looking forward to loosened COVID-19 protocols in the NHL playoffs (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Goaltender Maxime Lagace records shutout in Penguins debut (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Empty Thoughts: Penguins 1, Sabres 0 (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Pittsburgh Coverage