'Murray finished his 2022-23 season with the Rochester Americans as the third-leading scorer with 49 points (23+26) in 71 games. His 23 goals was also second-best on the team, trailing Jiri Kulich's 24 goals scored for the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign forward Brett Murray to one-year contract
Archives for July 2023
Sabres sign 2023 second-round pick Anton Wahlberg to entry-level deal
'The 18-year-old was the 39th overall selection for the Sabres in Round 2 of the 2023 NHL Draft after playing 17 games last season in the Swedish Hockey League with the Malmö Redhawks. Playing primarily as a 17-year-old, Wahlberg tallied four points (2+2) in Sweden's top professional level.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2023 second-round pick Anton Wahlberg to entry-level deal
Sabres sign 2nd-round pick, re-sign productive Amerk
'The Sabres also re-signed forward Brett Murray to a one-year, two-way deal. He spent the 2022-23 season in Rochester, scoring 23 goals, good for second on the team as part of 49 total points, third on the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2nd-round pick, re-sign productive Amerk
Sabres sign 2nd-round pick Anton Wahlberg
'The 6-foot-3, 192-pound forward is expected to continue playing next year in Sweden. General manager Kevyn Adams had said he considered Wahlberg to be a first-round talent.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2nd-round pick Anton Wahlberg
Ostlund bids to continue growth spurt on path to Sabres roster spot
'"There's a lot of pressure and as a young kid, he performed very well," Sabres development coach Tim Kennedy said. "He was an 18-year-old playing against men. … It was a great year for him growth-wise."' … [Read more...] about Ostlund bids to continue growth spurt on path to Sabres roster spot
Sabres sign Murray to 1-year deal
'Murray played in all but one regular-season contest for the Rochester Americans in 2022-23, recording 49 points (23+26) in 71 games. The Bolton, Ontario native ranked second on the team in goals scored (23) and third in points (49).' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Murray to 1-year deal
Sabres sign Wahlberg to 3-year, entry-level contract
'Wahlberg is expected to spend next season with the Swedish Hockey League's Malmo Redhawks, for whom he tallied four points (2+2) in 17 games in 2022-23. He had 27 points (14+13) in 32 games for Malmo's J20 team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Wahlberg to 3-year, entry-level contract
Sources: Sabres complete affiliation agreement with ECHL's Jacksonville Icemen
'Sources told The Buffalo News the Sabres have completed an affiliation agreement with the Jacksonville Icemen, who were part of the New York Rangers’ organization the past two seasons. A news conference announcing the partnership is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday. The Icemen replace the Cincinnati Cyclones, who operated as the Sabres’ ECHL affiliate from 2017 until this month … [Read more...] about Sources: Sabres complete affiliation agreement with ECHL’s Jacksonville Icemen
Sabres wing prospect Jake Richard and father bonded through unique hockey journey
'The Sabres drafted the 6-foot-1, 190-pound Richard in the sixth round in 2022, 170th overall. He had a standout season in the junior United States Hockey League last year, compiling 31 goals and 62 points in 57 games with the Muskegon Lumberjacks and Tri-City Storm.' … [Read more...] about Sabres wing prospect Jake Richard and father bonded through unique hockey journey
Slick Mats Lindgren quietly emerging as strong Sabres defensive prospect
'“The biggest thing I was concentrating on this year was getting better in the defensive zone,” Lindgren said following last Wednesday’s session of development camp at LECOM Harborcenter. “Obviously, my numbers weren’t as high as last year, but I think I was really focused on just getting better in the areas that I need to improve on. I think the offensive side is always … [Read more...] about Slick Mats Lindgren quietly emerging as strong Sabres defensive prospect
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Outdoor game in Charlotte, two trips to Toronto's Scotiabank Arena add twists to Amerks' 2023-24 schedule (Buffalo News) Amerks announce 2023-24 schedule (WROC-TV) Amerks announce 2023-24 regular season schedule (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Tage Thompson's dad, Brent, named assistant coach for Anaheim Ducks
'Two games against the Anaheim Ducks next season suddenly got more interesting for Tage Thompson.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson’s dad, Brent, named assistant coach for Anaheim Ducks
Sabres add Clifton, Johnson in hopes of ending playoff drought
'The Sabres lack NHL experience in goal, with Eric Comrie, 28, having played 47 games, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, 24, having played 46 games, and Devon Levi, 21, having played seven games, but a move to address that seems unlikely and would have to make sense, whether financially or in terms of asset cost. With Quinn out to begin the season, the Sabres could seek out help on the … [Read more...] about Sabres add Clifton, Johnson in hopes of ending playoff drought
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Longtime NHLer Vinny Prospal, former Sabre Nathan Paetsch are choices for new Rochester assistants (Buffalo News) New Amerks assistant coaches Vinny Prospal, Nathan Paetsch offer Sabres prospects notable experience (Olean Times Herald) Amerks announce new assistant coaching hires in Paetsch, Prospal (WGR-AM) Sabres name Rochester assistants (WGRZ-TV) Amerks add longtime NHL … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Inside the NHL: Erik Johnson signing is as much a culture move for Sabres as it is about the defense
'The Sabres’ locker room culture in the era of Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart was far too toxic at times, with a top-down approach. It’s already different now with the change to the core, as multiple players have their say. Johnson will add yet another prominent voice and can bring his experience from Colorado with him.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Erik Johnson signing is as much a culture move for Sabres as it is about the defense