'“We know Buffalo is interested,” reported TSN's Darren Dreger on Thursday, noting that Kane could help a lot of teams when healthy. He also indicated that the winger requires another month of rehab. That could move up his return date to sometime in November.' … [Read more...] about Could the Buffalo Sabres pursue Patrick Kane?
Archives for September 2023
Erik Johnson has enjoyed being around Sabres' young defensemen
'"It’s been great. I really like those guys," said Johnson following Friday's practice. "They’ve been super eager to ask questions about some of my experiences, and I’ve seen a lot in my time in Denver and St. Louis [Blues]. I’ve played in the Stanley Cup Final and the Olympics, so it’s information that I want to share. I’ve tried to be an open book for those guys."' … [Read more...] about Erik Johnson has enjoyed being around Sabres’ young defensemen
Erik Johnson brings 'Stanley Cup' experience to a young Sabres locker room
'"He's played on teams that have really struggled, and he's played on unbelievable hockey teams, " said Alex Tuch. "I think we're all going to learn a lot from him."' … [Read more...] about Erik Johnson brings ‘Stanley Cup’ experience to a young Sabres locker room
Sabres goalie Devon Levi's mask unveiled
'They feature a mean looking Buffalo with chrome eyes, as well as lightsabres slicing Levi's number 27.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Devon Levi’s mask unveiled
Camp Notebook | Johnson seizing opportunity as veteran leader
'During the free-agency process, Johnson felt Buffalo was the best fit for him due to the direction the team was headed in and the talent he saw general manager Kevyn Adams secure under long-term contracts. Although his deal is only for one year, Johnson hopes he can be here even longer to help the team achieve its goal of bringing home the Stanley Cup.' … [Read more...] about Camp Notebook | Johnson seizing opportunity as veteran leader
How to watch the Sabres' 2023 preseason games
'Games on Sabres.com can be streamed throughout the United States. Games on MSG will be televised locally in the Buffalo broadcast market.' … [Read more...] about How to watch the Sabres’ 2023 preseason games
Sabres to 'keep pushing' to sign Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power long term
'“The key takeaways are that I’ve explained to their camps and to them individually how important they are to this franchise and how we feel about them, and we want them here long term and just that kind of conversation,” Adams explained. “They’ve clearly indicated to me and to us that this is where they want to be, and they believe in this team, and they believe in the … [Read more...] about Sabres to ‘keep pushing’ to sign Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power long term
Mike Harrington: Upon return to rink, Sabres finally have expectations to embrace
'The Sabres no longer look or sound like a franchise holding the longest playoff drought in NHL history, even though they still do. Of course, now they have to match that feeling with their performance. No more wishing. They are expecting to be in the playoffs and nothing else will be acceptable.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Upon return to rink, Sabres finally have expectations to embrace
Sabres notebook: Connor Clifton opens camp next to Rasmus Dahlin
'“Well, I thought Clifton and Dahlin were very impressive out there,” said Granato. “Impressive in the sense they both read the play the same together. One is moving off the other and it showed the experience, obviously, of Connor to mesh so quickly in a practice. That’s a luxury to have based on where we were bringing guys along last season.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Connor Clifton opens camp next to Rasmus Dahlin
Sabres open training camp with playoff expectations: ‘Our window’s open’
'“We have really high expectations on ourselves,” Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin said. “That’s the main thing. And to have the window open, it’s go time. I mean, we don’t have excuses anymore. We’ve shown that we can play against the best teams in this league. And at the end of last year, we were playing really good hockey when we had to.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open training camp with playoff expectations: ‘Our window’s open’
Injured Sabres prospect Matt Savoie week to week
'“We’re also going to be really patient and make sure that he’s full go before we let him out there,” Adams said this morning in KeyBank Center, where training camp opens today. “But good news overall.”' … [Read more...] about Injured Sabres prospect Matt Savoie week to week
Contract talks intensifying for Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power
'“I was on the phone with both of their agents for a long time late last night,” Adams said prior to Thursday’s opening session in KeyBank Center. “… No update on where we’re at. I don’t think it’s necessarily healthy to get into details, especially when you’re talking about contract discussions, but we’re gonna keep working at it and I feel we’re in a good place.”' … [Read more...] about Contract talks intensifying for Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power
Adams: Sabres' championship window is open
'Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams spoke very highly of his group ahead of Thursday's opening practice of training camp. He put an emphasis on the team's expectations for the 2023-24 season, as well as what the rest of the league is expecting.' … [Read more...] about Adams: Sabres’ championship window is open
Granato excited by Sabres' youth this upcoming season
'"I think about it and I think about so many goalies, young goalies, who are rookie-type goalies - guys without a lot of experience that have won Stanley Cups in the last 10 years. Look at last year with Vegas. Was the goalie they used in the Final their first choice three or four months prior? He wasn't their first or second choice, from what I understand. Devon has that … [Read more...] about Granato excited by Sabres’ youth this upcoming season
Sabres' contract negotiations between Dahlin, Power progressing
'"I’ve explained to their camps and individually how important they are to this franchise, and how we feel about them," said Adams on Thursday. "We want them here long-term. They’ve clearly indicated back to me this is where they want to be, and they believe in this team and believe in the direction we’re headed. And that’s where we’re headed."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ contract negotiations between Dahlin, Power progressing