'"I thought a lot of guys did a good job tonight," said Rochester Americans coach Seth Appert. I thought (Savoie) and (Zach Benson) just got better and better as the game went on. I thought Rosen was excellent from the drop of the puck, was a real dominant player from the drop of the puck."' … [Read more...] about Matt Savoie, Isak Rosen impress in Sabres’ opening win at Prospects Challenge
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Filip Cederqvist persevered through brutal year to become key Sabres prospect
'The breakthrough for Cederqvist began in 2020-21, when he produced nine goals and 36 points in 51 games with Tingsryds AIF in HockeyAllsvenskan, and it earned him a full-time role with Djurgardens IF in the SHL the following season. Bigger, stronger and carrying wisdom from multiple pro seasons, Cederqvist showed the Sabres in 2021-22 that he was deserving of a contract.' … [Read more...] about Filip Cederqvist persevered through brutal year to become key Sabres prospect
In Vaclav Prospal, Jiri Kulich has special mentor as he fights to make Sabres
'Having coached against Kulich and followed hockey closely, Prospal knew about the youngster’s lethal shot – “It’s a gift,” he said – and supreme skating ability. He knew about his starring roles for the Czechia junior team and Amerks.' … [Read more...] about In Vaclav Prospal, Jiri Kulich has special mentor as he fights to make Sabres
Sabres open Prospects Challenge with win over Canadiens
'The Sabres opened their tournament on Friday with a 6-3 win on home ice over the Montreal Canadiens, thanks to contributions from a number of Buffalo's first-round talent on the roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open Prospects Challenge with win over Canadiens
“Elite competitor” | Savoie scores pair of highlight-reel goals in win over Canadiens
'Savoie and Benson excelled in transition, putting their speed and ability to capitalize on Montreal’s mistakes on full display. Filip Cederqvist complemented the duo by getting them the puck in open space, which was coach Seth Appert’s goal when putting the line together.' … [Read more...] about “Elite competitor” | Savoie scores pair of highlight-reel goals in win over Canadiens
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Prospal grateful for opportunity to join Amerks (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage