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Archives for September 2022
Sabres to open training camp Sept. 21
'Meanwhile, Sabres rookies will practice next Wednesday at LECOM Harborcenter in advance of next Thursday’s Prospects Challenge rookie tournament opener against the Montreal Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to open training camp Sept. 21
Sabres to play 12 times in national spotlight this season
'The Sabres' first nationally featured game will be their home contest on Wednesday, Nov. 2 against the Pittsburgh Penguins, which will be televised on TNT.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to play 12 times in national spotlight this season
Sabres to appear on TNT, ESPN+/Hulu 12 times in 2022-23
'Eight Sabres games will air exclusively on ESPN+ and Hulu (a subscription is required for either streaming service).' … [Read more...] about Sabres to appear on TNT, ESPN+/Hulu 12 times in 2022-23
Opener will mark first of Sabres' 15 'Theme Nights' in KeyBank Center
'The season opener against the Senators will be preceded by a "Party in the Plaza" outside the arena, with music from The Strictly Hip. The first 12,000 fans will receive a City of Buffalo-themed Sabres flag. There will be another party prior to the Oct. 15 "Hocktoberfest" matinee against Florida, a fall-themed event. The first 10,000 fans will receive a magnetic schedule.' … [Read more...] about Opener will mark first of Sabres’ 15 ‘Theme Nights’ in KeyBank Center
After Bills stadium deal, will KeyBank Center upgrades become next priority?
'On the long list of improvements that could be undertaken: widening and opening up the narrow concourses, replacing the old seats, upgrading technology, digital screens and audio, reimagining concessions and retail offerings and improving the look and feel around the building and to its exterior.' … [Read more...] about After Bills stadium deal, will KeyBank Center upgrades become next priority?
Renovations made at NHL arenas built in early- to late-1990s
'Here is what the 17 other NHL teams that, like the Buffalo Sabres, built their arenas between 1993 and ’99 have done or are planning in renovations.' … [Read more...] about Renovations made at NHL arenas built in early- to late-1990s
Inside the Sabres: How team navigated a 'unique marketplace' to sign Tage Thompson
'“It was a unique marketplace in terms of finding where that deal fit for both sides,” Adams told The Buffalo News. “There's always a lot of work that goes into it. None of these decisions are made in a vacuum. We go through the same process as when we draft players or free agency that we're making sure we do our due diligence.”' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: How team navigated a ‘unique marketplace’ to sign Tage Thompson
With multiple season ticket plans, Sabres feel they can make a solid jump at the gate
'The season ticket base was in the 16,000 range for the 2017-18 season, but the combination of the playoff drought and the Covid-19 pandemic cratered it last season to the lowest in franchise history, when the Sabres finished 31st in overall attendance at 9,997 per game, ahead of only Ottawa.' … [Read more...] about With multiple season ticket plans, Sabres feel they can make a solid jump at the gate
From Peoria youth hockey to a $50 million deal with the NHL's Buffalo Sabres
'"My love for the game, my NHL dream all really started up in Peoria," Tage Thompson said in a 2017 Journal Star story after becoming the first Peoria amateur product to reach the NHL and score his first goal. "That was where it all seemed to come together for me."' … [Read more...] about From Peoria youth hockey to a $50 million deal with the NHL’s Buffalo Sabres
Tage Thompson happy he's staying in Buffalo for long time
'"I think Buffalo is a place that I want to be, and I know my wife loves it here," Thompson said.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson happy he’s staying in Buffalo for long time
Sabres' Cozens learned a lot from playing a position he had never played before
'To just pick up a new position and to be one of the best players in the Championship is something the Sabres forward takes pride in, “It’s definitely a lot different than I’m used to picking up most passes on the backhand and attacking from the off-side, but I liked it a lot and it gave me the opportunity to open up for shots and be the guy that they kick the puck out to on … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Cozens learned a lot from playing a position he had never played before
Sabres will wear black and red jerseys during 2022-23 NHL season
'"Can't wait to put those on," Tuch said in a Twitter video posted by the Sabres. Tuch, who grew up a Sabres fan, said all the posters in his room as a kid were of the black and red era jerseys.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will wear black and red jerseys during 2022-23 NHL season
Sabres sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to two-year contract
'The deal, which the team announced less than 24 hours after Tage Thompson received a $50 million extension, carries a $837,500 average annual value. A source told The Buffalo News that the second year of the contract is a one-way, meaning Luukkonen's salary will be the same in Rochester if he doesn't make the NHL roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to two-year contract
Black and red scheme returning as Sabres' third jersey for 12 home games
'The team said it will not officially reveal the uniform until early November, but unveiled a schedule of 12 home games it will be worn. It will debut on 90s Night, which will be Nov. 23 against St. Louis.' … [Read more...] about Black and red scheme returning as Sabres’ third jersey for 12 home games