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Archives for September 2021

'I still feel I’m an impact player': Sabres' Jeff Skinner eyes a bounce-back season

'“It gives you confidence when the coach kind of trusts you and believes in you,” Skinner, 29, said following practice Wednesday in KeyBank Center. “Obviously, at the same time, you’ve got to earn that. You’ve got to work for it. You’ve got to make sure that you’re proving him right.”' … [Read more...] about ‘I still feel I’m an impact player’: Sabres’ Jeff Skinner eyes a bounce-back season

Buffalo News | Sep 30, 2021

Sabres’ Will Butcher has special chance to reignite sputtering career

'“We had other experienced players – (Anders Bjork), Vinnie Hinostroza and (Zemgus) Girgensons – using that game as a gauge,” said Granato, whose Sabres play a road game Thursday against the Detroit Red Wings. “I could see those guys aren’t close to where they can be in another three days, a week or a month. Yet, Will was making plays as if he was already in midseason form.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Will Butcher has special chance to reignite sputtering career

Olean Times Herald | Sep 30, 2021

Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju ready to seize fresh opportunities

'“It was way easier to play,” Jokiharju said Wednesday inside KeyBank Center. “You play the hockey, just go out there. You weren’t just passive or falling back. I felt like that was huge for my game. Just skating forward, getting good gaps out there. The game flow was so much different. You get pucks more. You just felt way better.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju ready to seize fresh opportunities

Olean Times Herald | Sep 30, 2021

Adamczyk: Two cheers for the upcoming season

'Depending on who’s the opponent and where in the building you’re seated, it can cost up to $246 to attend a single Sabres game, although most games are available on cable television, and incidentally, what is the cost of watching television these days? Factor in parking, an overpriced beer to dull what is likely to be a disappointing outcome, and what have you?' … [Read more...] about Adamczyk: Two cheers for the upcoming season

Niagara Gazette | Sep 30, 2021

Jeff Skinner not worried about anything other than on-ice improvement

'“[Skinner's] practice habits have changed completely," Granato elaborated on Wednesday. "You can see him targeting things that he wants to get done in a game.”' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner not worried about anything other than on-ice improvement

WGR-AM | Sep 30, 2021

'Hungry' Butcher sees good fit with Granato, Sabres

'Butcher had been an everyday player during his first three seasons with the Devils, with whom he signed as a sought-after undrafted free agent out of the University of Denver in 2017. He had visited the Sabres and considered them a finalist prior to making his decision.' … [Read more...] about ‘Hungry’ Butcher sees good fit with Granato, Sabres

Sabres.com | Sep 30, 2021

Sharpen Up: September 30, 2021 | Sabres prep for 2nd preseason game

'Following a thrilling 5-4 come-from-behind shootout win in Columbus on Tuesday, the Sabres were hard at work, practicing in two groups as training camp continues.' … [Read more...] about Sharpen Up: September 30, 2021 | Sabres prep for 2nd preseason game

Sabres.com | Sep 30, 2021

Observations: Linus Weissbach sparks Sabres' big rally in preseason opener

'A seventh-round pick in 2017, Weissbach played four years at Wisconsin and just signed his entry-level contract in April. The winger has showed plenty of speed and a nose for the puck during prospect games and training camp.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Linus Weissbach sparks Sabres’ big rally in preseason opener

Buffalo News | Sep 29, 2021

Sabres coach Don Granato will lean on Jason Christie's history in 'crisis management'

'“Jason Christie was a big part of things for me because of all his years of head-coaching experience,” Granato explained. “I mean, the crisis management that you have at the ECHL level and being a head coach is amazing. You're dealing with not only agents and players, the entire staff, training, medical, all that stuff, immigration, you do everything. So, for Jason, he's like … [Read more...] about Sabres coach Don Granato will lean on Jason Christie’s history in ‘crisis management’

Buffalo News | Sep 29, 2021

J-J Peterka, Jack Quinn showcase skills in Sabres’ come-from-behind win

'“We just played with heart in the third,” Peterka said on a Zoom call from Nationwide Arena. “Everyone was working for everyone and everyone was supporting, everyone wanted us to get the puck deep, to get the pucks on the net and everyone was also cheering for each other. That was an awesome feeling.”' … [Read more...] about J-J Peterka, Jack Quinn showcase skills in Sabres’ come-from-behind win

Olean Times Herald | Sep 29, 2021

Sabres storm back to beat Columbus in shootout; Quinn nets game-winner

'Buffalo trailed 4-1 to end the second period but used a three-goal third to storm back and send the game to overtime. During the third-period flurry, the Sabres scored two 6-on-5 goals, using the manufactured man-advantage to overcome the steep deficit late in the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres storm back to beat Columbus in shootout; Quinn nets game-winner

Batavia Daily News | Sep 29, 2021

Wednesday's Columbus Coverage

Blue Jackets collapse late, drop second preseason tilt to Buffalo Sabres in shootout (Columbus Dispatch) Photo gallery (Columbus Dispatch) Buffalo rallies to down Blue Jackets in a shootout (BlueJackets.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Columbus Coverage

SabreSpace.com | Sep 29, 2021

Offseason of dysfunction has Sabres seeking a fresh start

'“There were a lot of things, different dynamics before that factored into the equation of us being successful,” Okposo added. “I hope that we’re in a place where some of those things have been alleviated, and now we can focus on playing hockey and teaching these young guys how to be pros.”' … [Read more...] about Offseason of dysfunction has Sabres seeking a fresh start

AP | Sep 29, 2021

What's Going to Happen to Jack Eichel and Vladimir Tarsenko Next?

'Despite their fan support, the Sabres are not even close to being the type of playoff squad Eichel wants to spend his peak years playing for. He wants to be either on a current contender, or on a team on the cusp of being one.' … [Read more...] about What’s Going to Happen to Jack Eichel and Vladimir Tarsenko Next?

The Hockey News | Sep 29, 2021

Sabres Comeback To Win 5-4 In Shootout

'J.J. Peterka and Linus Weissbach scored late in the third period and Jack Quinn scored in the shootout in a 5-4 victory for the Buffalo Sabres that became a showcase of the youth movement taking place in the Sabres organization.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Comeback To Win 5-4 In Shootout

WGR-AM | Sep 29, 2021
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