'“I think if you go back to over two years ago, and I probably said it in some way, shape or form at the time, but it was a really, really challenging year – three seasons ago – for a lot of reasons,” Adams told The Buffalo News inside his office at KeyBank Center. “I guess the good part of that was the fact that we were able to call Owen Power’s name on draft night.”' … [Read more...] about Path toward the playoffs: Seminal moments that shaped Sabres into contender
Archives for October 2023
Jiri Kulich, Isak Rosen among Sabres prospects in Rochester pushing to reach NHL
'Kulich and Rosen are back in Rochester to develop their games under the guidance of coach Seth Appert. They aren’t the only Sabres prospects that will help the Amerks this season, though.' … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich, Isak Rosen among Sabres prospects in Rochester pushing to reach NHL
How we see it: News' predictions for Sabres, NHL
'Sabres place in East...8th...7th...7th.' … [Read more...] about How we see it: News’ predictions for Sabres, NHL
Defense helped Sabres’ Zach Benson grab roster spot: ‘He earned it’
'“What you rarely see out of 18-year-olds is the ability to play both sides of the puck and the ability to be defensively responsible,” Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said Monday.' … [Read more...] about Defense helped Sabres’ Zach Benson grab roster spot: ‘He earned it’
Zach Benson keeping things in perspective after making Sabres roster
'It’s amazing to watch Benson because at 18, he plays a 200-foot game. Granato said he has to if he wants to play here, “He would not be in the position he’s in on our roster if he, I mean he can be prolific as anybody offensively, but if he didn’t have it with defensive instincts and positionally pretty sound, he wouldn’t be on the roster right now and that’s usually why … [Read more...] about Zach Benson keeping things in perspective after making Sabres roster
Granato knows Buffalo is on cusp of something great
'"Talking a couple of years ago about learning or growth. This now is more of evolving. I think we're good enough but that doesn't mean you're going to come out win you've got to evolve and learn how to win as a group. We've added new players, they're still getting on the same page. We have a lot of anxiety and our guys absolutely love Buffalo. They feel that they're on the … [Read more...] about Granato knows Buffalo is on cusp of something great
'It will be a great bite for everyone': Delaware North announces new menu items for Sabres fans
'From a Stinger on Weck, to nachos and milkshakes, Buffalo Sabres fans can expect to find something for everyone.' … [Read more...] about ‘It will be a great bite for everyone’: Delaware North announces new menu items for Sabres fans
2-foot-long nacho, ‘Prime on Weck’ top new KeyBank Center offerings for Sabres season
'The items that top this year’s menu include a two-foot-long loaded nachos dish as well as a “Prime on Weck” sandwich, which is prime rib topped with horseradish on a roll.' … [Read more...] about 2-foot-long nacho, ‘Prime on Weck’ top new KeyBank Center offerings for Sabres season
Hamilton Take 2: A closer look at the Sabres opening night roster
'Ideally, Luukkonen would’ve taken the reins to be Levi’s backup, but that didn’t even come close to happening. Adams of course doesn’t want to give up on a 24-year-old goalie and I wouldn’t either, but here they are now with three.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: A closer look at the Sabres opening night roster
New menu items added for Sabres' hockey games
'"We're always thinking about what are the guests looking for. We listened to them last season. We took in their ideas," says Regional Chef for Delaware North, Stephen Forman. He continues by saying," Delaware North, we excel and try to elevate the flavors and items."' … [Read more...] about New menu items added for Sabres’ hockey games
Buffalo Sabres team up with Tim Hortons for a sweet surprise
'Starting on October 11, the restaurant chain will be selling for a Buffalo Sabres themed donut.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres team up with Tim Hortons for a sweet surprise
Practice Report | News and lineup info from Tuesday's session at KeyBank Center
'Casey Mittelstadt is expected to be back at practice on Wednesday after missing Tuesday’s skate with a tweak in his upper body, Sabres coach Don Granato announced. “We expect him to be ok,” Granato said. “… He didn’t practice today, we expect him to practice tomorrow.”' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | News and lineup info from Tuesday’s session at KeyBank Center
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Don Stevens’ hockey broadcasts continue to score with Amerks’ fans (Rochester Business Journal) High expectations for Amerks ahead of Friday’s season opener (WROC-TV) Amerks continue ‘chasing down greatness’ (Amerks.com) Breaking down the opening night roster (Amerks.com) Amerks announce several front office additions ahead of 2023-24 season (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres sign defenseman Rasmus Dahlin to 8-year, $88 million contract
'“It still bugs me,” Dahlin told reporters during locker cleanout. “We were so close. I know that this team can play in a playoff series. That’s what bothers me a lot. I don’t want to go home. I don’t want to go home to Sweden, I want to be in Buffalo playing for a Cup, for sure.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign defenseman Rasmus Dahlin to 8-year, $88 million contract
Mike Harrington: A record-setting deal makes Rasmus Dahlin the Face of the Franchise for the long term
'You can say that Gilbert Perreault was the Face of the Franchise through the ‘70s and into the ‘80s, and Pat LaFontaine and then Dominik Hasek had that role in the ‘90s before Ryan Miller wore that mantle until he was traded in 2014. Since then, there’s been lots of hope. It was supposed to be Eichel, but we know how that ended. After lots of twists since being drafted No. 1 … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: A record-setting deal makes Rasmus Dahlin the Face of the Franchise for the long term