‘It will be the first training camp for Don Granato as Buffalo’s head coach, with Granato and general manager Kevyn Adams slated to have their first media briefings of the season on Thursday morning. But the on-ice work threatens to be overshadowed immediately by whatever is taking place with captain Jack Eichel and defenseman Rasmus Dahlin.’
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A breakdown of the 58 Sabres on Don Granato’s first training camp roster
‘Anders Bjork: Acquired from Boston in the Taylor Hall trade, Bjork likely will start the season in a top-six role and his familiarity with Granato, combined with a skill set that complements the coach’s system, could lead to a breakout season.’
Captain Jack Eichel back with Sabres for training camp after long offseason
‘After a day of physicals and testing – unlike past years, there’s no media availability Wednesday – the Sabres will hold their first on-ice sessions Thursday at LECOM Harborcenter. General manager Kevyn Adams and coach Don Granato are scheduled to talk to media Thursday morning.’
Sabres coach ‘Donny Meatballs’ promotes T-shirt for charity
‘Granato teamed with Buffalo-based Pasteurized Tees to create a Sabres’ blue and gold-colored T-shirt design, which went on sale this week to coincide with the start of training camp. The design features a plate of spaghetti topped with five meatballs, a nod to the playful nickname Granato got after taking over as interim coach following Ralph Krueger’s dismissal in March.’
Sabres’ Eichel is on the team’s training camp roster
‘Also on the roster is unsigned restricted free agent Rasmus Dahlin. He is the only Sabre still looking for a contract.’
Eichel, Dahlin listed on Sabres training camp roster
‘It remains unclear if Eichel will pass his physical because of his injury.’
Sabres announce 2021 training camp schedule and roster
‘This year’s training camp practices and events at KeyBank Center are closed to the public. Practices at LECOM Harborcenter are open to fans.’