'Drafted eighth overall by Buffalo in 2017, Mittelstadt can help the Sabres in several areas. He’s shown poise on the power play and possesses the blend of speed and skill that’s tailor-made for Granato’s puck-possession, attacking system. And Mittelstadt’s return gives the Sabres more options to build an effective lineup that can produce secondary scoring.' … [Read more...] about How Casey Mittelstadt’s return could impact Sabres’ lineup now, in the future
Archives for February 19, 2022
Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju thriving on top defense pair with Rasmus Dahlin
'“He has that inner drive that he just is not going to accept anything less than success in the NHL,” Granato said. “And … when he was on the taxi (squad), when he was in and out of the lineup, he was the guy that was trying to figure it out, like, what do I need to do? What do I need to learn? What do I need to execute better? How do I get to a permanent spot? How do I move up … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju thriving on top defense pair with Rasmus Dahlin
Sabres’ Casey Mittelstadt set to return from injury
'“He survived Matt Ellis’ workouts and physical battles,” Granato joked following today’s practice at LECOM Harborcenter. “No, but he looks good. He recovered well from a couple of really difficult challenging workouts, and I think he’s in a great place.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Casey Mittelstadt set to return from injury
Goalie Michael Houser returning to Cincinnati Cyclones after NHL stint with Buffalo Sabres
'He has now seen the distinct difference that puts a player in the NHL. "A lot of it is the smarts of the player," Houser said. "Every player knows where their next play is going to be before the puck gets to their stick. When they get it they don't have to waste time looking up and scanning the ice. They know where everyone is before they get the puck. When they do get it, … [Read more...] about Goalie Michael Houser returning to Cincinnati Cyclones after NHL stint with Buffalo Sabres
Saturday's Colorado Coverage
Colorado visits Buffalo following shutout win (AP) Colorado Continues Road Trip Versus Buffalo (ColoradoAvalanche.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Colorado Coverage
Kevyn Adams will talk to Brandon Beane about injuries
'The Bills also spent $18 million to build a new 41,000 square-foot performance and training center directly inside the footprint of their practice facility. It opened in the spring of 2019, which just-so-happens to coincide with when those injury numbers began reducing drastically.' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams will talk to Brandon Beane about injuries
Kevyn Adams confident in young talent throughout organization
'“Sometimes it’s a physical maturity, sometimes it’s mental in how they’re thinking the game. But what I’ll say about Dylan is that he possessed qualities even at a young age that you weren’t worried that he was going to lose his confidence. It’s the speed, and even if he wasn’t scoring, to make a difference; for me, I was watching very closely if he looked like a player that … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams confident in young talent throughout organization
Hamilton Take2: Kevyn Adams to call Bills' GM about Sabres' rash of injuries
'This year Buffalo is second-worst in the NHL losing 338 man-games to injuries. When you look at the Buffalo Bills, they were the best in the NFL losing just 95 man-games to injury.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: Kevyn Adams to call Bills’ GM about Sabres’ rash of injuries
Mittelstadt to play Saturday vs. Avalanche
'"He looks good," Granato said. "He survived Matt Ellis' workouts and physical battles. No, but he looks good. He recovered well from a couple of really difficult challenging workouts, and I think he's in a great place."' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt to play Saturday vs. Avalanche
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks fall to 1st place Comets (WHEC-TV) Amerks point streak snapped in 4-2 loss to Utica (Amerks.com) Greer scores four goals as Comets beat Rochester (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage