'Defenseman Stian Solberg, ranked by NHL Central Scouting as the No. 20 European skater in the class, flourished this season while coached by Andersson on Valerenga, a Norwegian professional team.' … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabres scout’s star pupil in Norway an option for Buffalo in the first round
Archives for June 11, 2024
Amerks coach Michael Leone eager to begin working with Sabres' prospects
'“It’s an exciting time for the organization looking at the prospects,” Leone said. “Obviously, being in hockey, you watch the draft and the players, and knowing some of the players just from my time at the national program and seeing them at international events. But going back to the relationship with the players, I think it’s really important now, especially all the young … [Read more...] about Amerks coach Michael Leone eager to begin working with Sabres’ prospects
Jon Cooper, other NHL coaches helped Rochester Amerks’ Mike Leone grow: ‘People I lean on’
'For example, in watching the affable Cooper, who has won two Stanley Cups, Leone said he learned how to build relationships with players and approach tough conversations. “Him coming into the room of just caring about you as a person,” Leone said.' … [Read more...] about Jon Cooper, other NHL coaches helped Rochester Amerks’ Mike Leone grow: ‘People I lean on’
Amerks introduce Mike Leone as new head coach
'Karmanos says they were looking for somebody that had the ability to build relationships, and continue building on the winning culture in place in Rochester for the players to develop in.' … [Read more...] about Amerks introduce Mike Leone as new head coach
Marek: Sabres know 'this drought has to end'
'"I think everybody in the organization understands if there's not playoffs next year for the Buffalo Sabres, it's going to be ugly. It's going to be a bloodletting, and a lot of people are going to be loading up the fax machine with pink paper. I think everybody understands that with the Buffalo Sabres organization. There is so much riding on next season, so many careers, so … [Read more...] about Marek: Sabres know ‘this drought has to end’
'An exciting time for the organization' | Buffalo's talented prospects drew Leone to Amerks head coaching opportunity
'“Proud to see so many people really interested in this job,” Karmanos said during Leone’s introductory press conference on Monday. “We took a wide lens to the process. We didn’t pigeonhole ourselves into thinking that the next coach of the Amerks had to be someone with a certain background. Couldn’t be more excited about the person that we’re bringing in.”' … [Read more...] about ‘An exciting time for the organization’ | Buffalo’s talented prospects drew Leone to Amerks head coaching opportunity