'Jeff Skinner, Riley Stillman, Brandon Biro, and Filip Cederqvist all tallied goals in the win while Casey Mittelstadt added two assists as 10 different Sabres found their way on the scoresheet.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Bruins 4-1 in preseason home opener
Archives for September 2023
Victor Olofsson is still with the Sabres, hoping for more chances to improve
'With players like Jiri Kulich, Lukas Rousek and Isak Rosen close to graduating from Rochester, it’s well-known general manager Kevyn Adams shopped Olofsson in the offseason. But there weren’t many nibbles on a contract that’s paying $4.7 million this season.' … [Read more...] about Victor Olofsson is still with the Sabres, hoping for more chances to improve
Sabres Notebook: Kyle Okposo says it was 'a wild experience' speaking on a panel sponsored by United Nations
'“Pretty cool, just a wild experience, different than probably anything that I’ve ever done in my life,” Okposo said Monday after practice in KeyBank Center. “I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity and it taught me a lot. It taught me a lot about leadership, about politics, about business, about just being around some different people and extremely influential and … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Kyle Okposo says it was ‘a wild experience’ speaking on a panel sponsored by United Nations
No trade, no problem: Victor Olofsson excited to be back with Sabres
'“I’m super happy to be back,” said Olofsson, whose Sabres host the Boston Bruins on Tuesday in a preseason game at KeyBank Center. “I’m super excited.”' … [Read more...] about No trade, no problem: Victor Olofsson excited to be back with Sabres
Sabres’ Kyle Okposo ‘blown away’ by chance to speak at ‘Unstoppable Africa’
'“Everybody recognized the opportunity,” Okposo said following Monday’s session of camp in KeyBank Center. “It’s something, for myself, I felt it was just bigger than sport. It was a global thing. It was a chance to have a platform on a really unique level that I think most guys probably don’t get to.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo ‘blown away’ by chance to speak at ‘Unstoppable Africa’
Game on! Maple Leafs, Sabres set for St. Thomas Hockeyville tilt
'On Tuesday, the West Elgin Arena will also host NHL alumni Rob Ray of the Sabres and Darcy Tucker of the Leafs at a community celebration event in the parking lot from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Game on! Maple Leafs, Sabres set for St. Thomas Hockeyville tilt
Mattias Samuelsson enjoys being paired with Erik Johnson back on left side of defense
'"He’s an unreal guy," said Samuelsson on Monday following practice in Downtown Buffalo. "We hung out and went to dinner a couple of times right when he got here, and he’s helped me a ton off the ice already with some recovery stuff, and telling me what’s worked for him over the years. And on the ice, he talks a lot, but he’s trying to learn the system and I’m trying to learn … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson enjoys being paired with Erik Johnson back on left side of defense
Sabres leadership showing; Kyle Okposo speaks on United Nations event
'"Anybody comes up to you and says they're speaking at the UN, you give them the day off," says Granato.' … [Read more...] about Sabres leadership showing; Kyle Okposo speaks on United Nations event
Thompson, Dahlin among Sabres on roster for Tuesday's preseason home opener
'The Sabres released their roster for the game, which also includes veterans Jeff Skinner, Alex Tuch, Casey Mittelstadt, and Mattias Samuelsson.' … [Read more...] about Thompson, Dahlin among Sabres on roster for Tuesday’s preseason home opener
Camp Notebook | Sabres brace for stretch of 4 games in 5 nights
'Those who played in Sunday’s shootout victory over Washington were given the day off, leaving upwards of 30 players on the ice for a competitive practice inside KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Camp Notebook | Sabres brace for stretch of 4 games in 5 nights
Zach Benson shows poise, dynamic ability as Sabres open preseason with OT win
'"It was awesome," Benson beamed. "It’s pretty surreal to be playing in Capital One Arena and playing against NHL guys and playing with NHL guys. I can’t thank Greener and Josty enough because they helped me a ton getting the system down and knowing what to do out there."' … [Read more...] about Zach Benson shows poise, dynamic ability as Sabres open preseason with OT win
Monday's Washington Coverage
In preseason debut, Caps show highs and lows of learning a new system (Washington Post) Caps Drop Exhibition Opener in Shootout, 4-3 (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Washington Coverage
Sabres open preseason with shootout win over Capitals
'After the Capitals failed to score on their next two attempts, Buffalo had a chance to end the game with a win in Round 3. It ended up being forward Brandon Biro coming up with the game-winning goal for the Sabres to help Buffalo to a 1-0-0 start in the preseason.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open preseason with shootout win over Capitals
JJ Peterka using past experiences to get himself ready for 2023-24 season
'"I think just the reps," Peterka said. "I went to Buffalo and started in September just to skate with the guys to get more speed in my game. From now on, it’s just getting game reps and practice reps, and I’m feeling better."' … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka using past experiences to get himself ready for 2023-24 season
Sabres beat Capitals in preseason opener
'The game quickly ran into overtime and finished with a shootout where Sabres' Brandon Biro drilled the puck in the net with a backhanded shot to give Buffalo the 4-3 win over the Washington Capitals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Capitals in preseason opener