'A start time and broadcast information for the Kraft Hockeyville game involving Buffalo and Toronto will be revealed at a later date. It will be an intimate setting as Joe Thornton Community Centre has fixed seating for 2,200 fans and standing room for 300.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ 7-game preseason schedule includes neutral-site game in St. Thomas, Ont.
Archives for June 2023
Kevyn Adams looking at ‘every possible scenario’ to improve Sabres
'“You have to go into this very methodical, calm and flush everything out and make sure that ultimately the decisions you make are because you really are on board with what that’s going to do to help you win a Stanley Cup, not just do a move to make,” he said. “It puts us in a little bit of a different spot compared to maybe other drafts, but still philosophically, how I look … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams looking at ‘every possible scenario’ to improve Sabres
Sabres release 2023 preseason schedule
'Broadcast and ticket information for the preseason games will be announced at a later date.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2023 preseason schedule
GM Kevyn Adams talks draft, state of Sabres amid busy portion of offseason
'“This is an exciting draft and looks to be a pretty strong group of players,” said Adams at his pre-draft press conference on Wednesday morning. “Always, time will tell where it stacks up in several years, but we feel really good about the player we’re going to get at 13 and past 13 too. Our other picks."' … [Read more...] about GM Kevyn Adams talks draft, state of Sabres amid busy portion of offseason
Sabres release complete 2023 preseason schedule
'The team’s first home preseason game is scheduled for Sept. 26 at KeyBank Center against the Boston Bruins.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release complete 2023 preseason schedule
Sabres to take part in Kraft Hockeyville celebration, play preseason game against Maple Leafs in Ontario
'“We are thrilled to participate in the Kraft Hockeyville preseason game as part of West Lorne, Ontario winning Kraft Hockeyville 2023,” Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said. “This is a fantastic opportunity for our organization to compete in a unique environment that is dedicated to strengthening communities and fostering inclusivity in our sport through the community’s … [Read more...] about Sabres to take part in Kraft Hockeyville celebration, play preseason game against Maple Leafs in Ontario
Maple Leafs, Sabres to meet in pre-season game in St. Thomas on Sept. 27
'The Atlantic Division rivals will play at the Joe Thornton Community Centre on Sept. 27. The other Kraft Hockeyville pre-season game will see the Ottawa Senators and Florida Panthers clash in Sydney, N.S., on Oct. 1.' … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs, Sabres to meet in pre-season game in St. Thomas on Sept. 27
Maple Leafs, Sabres to play West Lorne Hockeyville preseason game
'However, for “logistical reasons,” officials with the NHL say the game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Buffalo Sabres, slated for Wednesday, Sept. 27, won’t be in West Lorne, but will be played in St. Thomas at Joe Thornton Community Centre, named after the retired local NHLer. The West Lorne rink, the home of the Comets, only has a seating capacity of 377 and its … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs, Sabres to play West Lorne Hockeyville preseason game
Adams feels 'really good' about prospects available with 13th pick in 2023 NHL Draft
'"We're trying to find the best prospect, and asset for our organization for the future," said Forton on Wednesday. "Having said that Kevyn does a great job talking to us all the time about what the NHL looks like right now, who are the players having success on our big club."' … [Read more...] about Adams feels ‘really good’ about prospects available with 13th pick in 2023 NHL Draft
Sabres open 2023 preseason in Washington
'Buffalo will open the preseason on Sunday, Sept. 24 when they travel to Washington to face the Capitals. The Sabres will also host the Boston Bruins on Tuesday, Sept. 26.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open 2023 preseason in Washington
Sabres to play in Kraft Hockeyville preseason game against Maple Leafs
'It was the first of seven preseason games announced for the Sabres on Wednesday, and will be the third game on their preseason schedule. It is still unclear when the National Hockey League will announce its schedule for the 2023-24 regular season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to play in Kraft Hockeyville preseason game against Maple Leafs
Sabres announce they'll play in Kraft Hockeyville preseason game versus Toronto
'West Lorne was one of two winning communities for the 2023 Kraft's Hockeyville contest. This game will help give the West Lorne Arena over $250,000 worth of upgrades to their facility.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce they’ll play in Kraft Hockeyville preseason game versus Toronto
Sabres preseason schedule includes 3 home matchups, Hockeyville game
'Tthe team will be crossing the border into St. Thomas, Ontario to face the Toronto Maple Leafs for a Kraft Hockeyville game on Sept. 27. The matchup will take place at Joe Thorton Community Centre, which is about 40 minutes away from the Kraft Hockeyville-winning community of West Lorne, Ontario.' … [Read more...] about Sabres preseason schedule includes 3 home matchups, Hockeyville game
Hamilton Take 2: Kevyn Adams' outlook and the Sabres' immediate needs
'I am 100% convinced that Adams is actively working to trade for a top-four defenseman, but I am really not all that convinced that he’s working to trade for a goalie. On Wednesday, he was asked if he would be confident or willing to go with the same three goalies next year (Devon Levi, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Eric Comrie).' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Kevyn Adams’ outlook and the Sabres’ immediate needs
Sabres look to sign Dahlin, Power to long-term contracts
'Each has one year remaining on his contract and is eligible to sign July 1. Dahlin, 23, signed a three-year, $18 million contract ($6 million average annual value) on Sept. 22, 2021. Power, 20, signed a three-year, entry-level contract April 8, 2022.' … [Read more...] about Sabres look to sign Dahlin, Power to long-term contracts