'Okposo isn’t a rah-rah, in-your-face leader. The winger’s known for his professionalism and ability to remain even-keeled. After the Sabres stripped Jack Eichel of the captaincy a year ago and traded him, Okposo’s influence helped transform a locker room filled with newcomers and youngsters into a tight-knit group.' … [Read more...] about Captain Kyle Okposo helped Sabres transform culture, grow close
Archives for October 2022
Sabres make moves, set 23-man roster; JJ Peterka, Jack Quinn stay in Buffalo
'“We’re going to push JJ, we’re going to challenge him to make sure that he’s learning every day, he’s growing every day,” Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said following Monday’s practice at LECOM Harborcenter. “But I think the body of work that himself and Jack Quinn had in Rochester last year helped us feel comfortable that they’re ready to take this step.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres make moves, set 23-man roster; JJ Peterka, Jack Quinn stay in Buffalo
Kyle Okposo overjoyed to be Sabres' 20th captain
'“It means a lot, and just knowing I have the respect of the guys means everything to me," said Okposo following Monday's practice. "I’m not going to change who I am, and I couldn’t be more proud.' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo overjoyed to be Sabres’ 20th captain
Sabres set opening night roster; Okposo speaks as team captain
'"He's got a great feel for that day-to-day. The other thing he has a great feel for is perspective. The ups and the downs and maintaining consistency, and that comes with experience. For me, that's just such an important part of leadership," Adams said about Okposo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres set opening night roster; Okposo speaks as team captain
Okposo, newly appointed as captain, returns to practice
'"We could've named him captain a long time ago," Granato said. "It's way better for all fans and for people to actually see what we saw was going to happen with him. Rather than try to appoint a guy right away, I think everybody now has seen enough of Kyle to realize that this is the right move for our organization. That I'm real proud of."' … [Read more...] about Okposo, newly appointed as captain, returns to practice
Sabres announce 2022-23 opening night roster
'Forward Riley Sheahan will start the season on injured reserve. Forward Matej Pekar has been placed on the non-roster injured reserve.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2022-23 opening night roster
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks youth overcoming growing pains during preseason (Amerks.com) Love for the city and organization brought Prow back to Rochester (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Confident Rasmus Asplund wants to create more offense for Sabres
'“When you’re playing big minutes, sometimes you get that good feeling and you can just roll, kind of like ride that wave a little bit,” Asplund said following Saturday’s practice at KeyBank Center. “I had a great season last year, too, and I just tried to take that feeling into the tournament.”' … [Read more...] about Confident Rasmus Asplund wants to create more offense for Sabres
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks fall to Comets in preseason finale (Amerks.com) Amerks trim Training Camp roster by nine (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
Kyle Okposo named Sabres' captain for the 2022-23 season
'Okposo, 34, remained a sounding board for all players, no matter their experience, and encouraged everyone with the Sabres in Don Granato’s first season as coach to feel comfortable being themselves.' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo named Sabres’ captain for the 2022-23 season
Sabres' preseason clarified final roster, revealed notable breakout candidate
'Cozens had the remarkable training camp and preseason the Sabres expected of him. He attacked the middle of the ice, won puck battles and, most important, made his linemates better. This is a continuation of what we saw in the second half of last season. Though Cozens totaled only two goals after the All-Star break, he consistently generated scoring chances. At the IIHF World … [Read more...] about Sabres’ preseason clarified final roster, revealed notable breakout candidate
How the cost of a beer, hot dogs and an Airbnb stack up for Bills and Sabres games
'Meanwhile, KeyBank Center ranks 68th among venues to attend, with a total cost of $367 per game, including an overnight AirBnb stay. At Buffalo Sabres games, fans pay an average of $11 for beer, $5.50 for soft drinks, $5.50 for hot dogs, and $55.42 for tickets, according to the rankings.' … [Read more...] about How the cost of a beer, hot dogs and an Airbnb stack up for Bills and Sabres games
Sabres name Kyle Okposo 20th full-time captain in franchise history
'After stripping Jack Eichel of the captaincy a year ago, the Sabres did not have a full-time captain last season for just the second in franchise history. Instead, Okposo, 34, and Girgensons, 28, each wore an ‘A’ as alternate captains, helping the Sabres establish a fresh culture as they began another rebuild.' … [Read more...] about Sabres name Kyle Okposo 20th full-time captain in franchise history
Sabres make roster moves, waive three defensemen
'The Sabres have 26 players – 15 forwards, eight defensemen and three goalies – left in training camp. They must finalize their 23-man regular-season roster by 5 p.m. Monday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make roster moves, waive three defensemen
Kyle Okposo named 20th captain in Buffalo Sabres history
'“I want the Sabres to succeed,” Okposo said on Saturday. “I know how difficult it's been at times for sports fans in this city and for the people in this city because so much of life is connected to the Bills and the Sabres. And I feel that every day, especially when I'm here in the summer and even in the winters.”' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo named 20th captain in Buffalo Sabres history