'The Sabres think so highly of Peterka, 19, they traded two picks Oct. 7 to move up four spots and draft him in the second round, 34th overall. At that time, he was beginning his whirlwind season with EC Red Bull Salzburg, an Austrian League team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect J-J Peterka possesses maturity, talent to be special player
Archives for June 2021
Trading for Jack Eichel would include list of pluses, minuses for Blue Jackets
'That risk is the biggest drawback for any team kicking the tires on a trade pitch for Eichel, but especially the Blue Jackets, who were burned by Nathan Horton’s career-ending back injury in 2014, just 36 games into a seven-year contract. They can’t afford to take another hit like that one.' … [Read more...] about Trading for Jack Eichel would include list of pluses, minuses for Blue Jackets
Sabres GM Kevyn Adams applying lessons learned from difficult first year on the job
'“There were so many different things that have happened over the last year in our organization in terms of the on-ice, off-ice, staffing, and you learn from every single one of those,” Adams said. “I'd say that, for me, I think that I approach every conversation I'm in trying to learn and grow. I also learned from the ups and downs, the emotion of the season and how to balance … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams applying lessons learned from difficult first year on the job
Hamilton: Get the best offer available for Eichel, regardless of division
'The whole idea is to make your team better. Now, this isn’t going to happen, but what if the Leafs offered Auston Matthews for Eichel? What if the Bruins included Brad Marchand or David Pastrnak in an Eichel deal? You say no to that just because they’re in your division? Because of Twitter, I need to stress again, none of those offers have been made.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Get the best offer available for Eichel, regardless of division
One year later, inside Jason Botterill's final days as Sabres' general manager
'The Pegulas’ plan – which was built around Adams working in lockstep with former coach Ralph Krueger – was an epic failure during its first calendar year. Krueger was fired in March amid a franchise-record 18-game losing streak that resulted in the Sabres’ fourth last-place finish in eight years and Adams is currently conducting a coaching search.' … [Read more...] about One year later, inside Jason Botterill’s final days as Sabres’ general manager
Sabres send prayers for a full recovery for legend Rene Robert
'“Our thoughts are with Sabres legend Rene Robert, who is recovering in Florida after suffering a heart attack,” the Sabres organization said in a statement Saturday. “Rene has been a fixture in our community since his days playing with the French Connection – a true legend on and off the ice. The entire organization is behind Rene and his family and we pray for a full … [Read more...] about Sabres send prayers for a full recovery for legend Rene Robert
Blackhawks enter the Jack Eichel trade sweepstakes
'In order to succeed in the quest, Chicago’s offer would have to feature Kirby Dach — the 20-year-old center who was drafted third overall in 2019, recorded 23 points (8-15) in his rookie season and then played only 18 games last year after he suffered a wrist injury in a pre-World Juniors tournament game.' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks enter the Jack Eichel trade sweepstakes
Sabres release statement on René Robert
'"Our thoughts are with Sabres legend René Robert, who is recovering in Florida after suffering a heart attack. Rene has been a fixture in our community since his day playing with the French Connection - a true legend on and off the ice. The entire organization is behind Rene and his family and we pray for a full recovery."' … [Read more...] about Sabres release statement on René Robert
Sabres release statement on Rene Robert's hospitalization
'2 On Your Side was told Robert is recovering, but his situation is still life-threatening.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release statement on Rene Robert’s hospitalization
Sabres issue statement regarding Rene Robert
'Rene has been a fixture in our community since his days playing with the French Connection - a true legend on and off the ice.' … [Read more...] about Sabres issue statement regarding Rene Robert
Rene Robert, Sabres 'French Connection' right winger, suffers heart attack
'Sources confirmed Robert's situation to The News and said he is on life support systems awaiting further procedures on his heart.' … [Read more...] about Rene Robert, Sabres ‘French Connection’ right winger, suffers heart attack
Reports: Sabres legend Rene Robert hospitalized after suffering heart attack
'While Robert spends much of the year in Punta Gorda, Fla., he keeps a home in Williamsville and returns in the summer.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Sabres legend Rene Robert hospitalized after suffering heart attack
Sabres ‘French Connection’ winger Rene Robert hospitalized
'The 72-year-old Robert has a home in Florida but maintains numerous ties to Buffalo, where he remains active in charitable endeavors.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ‘French Connection’ winger Rene Robert hospitalized
Report: René Robert suffers severe heart attack
'John Vogl described Robert's condition as "life-threatening".' … [Read more...] about Report: René Robert suffers severe heart attack
Report: Buffalo Sabres legend Rene Robert suffers 'serious heart attack'
'Robert reportedly suffered the heart attack at his home in Florida.' … [Read more...] about Report: Buffalo Sabres legend Rene Robert suffers ‘serious heart attack’