'Ten years and 625 NHL games later, no one has seen more in KeyBank Center over the last decade than the player long dubbed the “Latvian Locomotive.” Drafted in the first round in 2012, Girgensons has played for six head coaches and four general managers during his time in Buffalo and never had a sniff of the playoffs until last season’s near-miss.' … [Read more...] about A crazy decade after his debut, Zemgus Girgensons is thrilled by Sabres’ path
Archives for October 4, 2023
Sabres’ Zemgus Girgensons excited for 11th season: ‘Got to see things through’
'“He does it better than anybody,” said Okposo, who will likely play on a line with Girgensons during Wednesday’s preseason road game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. “He’s such a selfless teammate, selfless person, and we’re all lucky to have him. When he speaks, his voice carries a lot of weight. Just a phenomenal guy."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zemgus Girgensons excited for 11th season: ‘Got to see things through’
JJ Peterka looking to take big step in second NHL season
'"I think a lot. I just wanted to compete as hard as I can, and do good for my country," said Peterka following Tuesday's practice session. "Getting that award felt good, but it even felt better when we placed second as a team, because it was unexpected. Just to have that experience is unreal."' … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka looking to take big step in second NHL season
'Everybody in this room matters' | Granato sends message to team as regular season approaches
'“We’re going to go down to 23. We have 31 – I think it is – in camp now. We’re going to use probably 31 or more during the course of the season and they’re going to help us reach our goal. So, everybody is extremely important when you put it in perspective or that perspective.”' … [Read more...] about ‘Everybody in this room matters’ | Granato sends message to team as regular season approaches
Clifton, Johnson set to make preseason debuts Wednesday in Columbus
'Defensemen Connor Clifton and Erik Johnson are expected to make their preseason debuts Wednesday as the Sabres visit Nationwide Arena for a 7 p.m. matchup with the Columbus Blue Jackets.' … [Read more...] about Clifton, Johnson set to make preseason debuts Wednesday in Columbus
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
For Amerks, building team culture, identity starts at Training Camp (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage