'“I was actually happy and proud [to see them wearing it], just that they like the Bavarian culture so much," Peterka said. "They're so excited to see the Oktoberfest and see the culture in Germany. Just a super cool moment to see them in Munich.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres wear lederhosen for arrival at Global Challenge game
Archives for September 2024
Dahlin humbled to be named Sabres captain ahead of Global Series Challenge Germany
'"It's an honor," Dahlin said Friday after the Sabres morning skate at SAP Garden. "It's probably the proudest moment of my life. It means a lot to me. It's a big responsibility but I am ready for it, super excited. To do it with the team we have right now and where we're going, I feel like I can be a part of something big."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin humbled to be named Sabres captain ahead of Global Series Challenge Germany
'It just got better and better' | Peterka's journey comes full circle in memorable homecoming win
'JJ Peterka’s homecoming week ended memorably on Friday. He scored a goal and was named the first star of the Buffalo Sabres’ 5-0 exhibition win over Red Bull Munich, the team he played for professionally prior to leaving for North America at 19 years old in 2021.' … [Read more...] about ‘It just got better and better’ | Peterka’s journey comes full circle in memorable homecoming win
Dahlin on captaincy: 'My proudest moment as a hockey player'
'I’d say I got emotional pretty quick. It’s probably my proudest moment as a hockey player. It means a lot. It’s a big responsibility, but I’m ready for it. I’m more than happy."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin on captaincy: ‘My proudest moment as a hockey player’
Q&A | Jochen Hecht talks Ruff's return, hockey in Germany and more
'Probably the defensive part of the guys that I went on the ice with. I was playing more of a defensive role so they can be creative upfront. I was a penalty killer. Sometimes I had a chance to play a power play, but I think me knowing how to play the game made me defensively very reliable.' … [Read more...] about Q&A | Jochen Hecht talks Ruff’s return, hockey in Germany and more
Rasmus Dahlin named captain of the Buffalo Sabres for 2024-25
'“Probably his hunger for success,” Ruff said of what he’s learned about Dahlin as a person. “The fact that he wants this team to be a winner. He wants to be part of this team. I think sometimes it’s easy to say, ‘Well, I don’t want to be part of it anymore.’ He wants this group to be successful, and he wants to be the guy who helps lead.”' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin named captain of the Buffalo Sabres for 2024-25
From Amerks boss to Sabres assistant, Seth Appert fosters trust and hard truths with players
'“I’m going to be hard on them again,” a smiling Appert said last week during a break in camp. “They know my goal is to make them elite NHL players and help us win.”' … [Read more...] about From Amerks boss to Sabres assistant, Seth Appert fosters trust and hard truths with players
Sabres name Rasmus Dahlin captain
'The Swede is more than just one of the NHL’s most dynamic defensemen. He possesses a work ethic his coaches and teammates laud and pays a price to try to win. As he has grown more comfortable over the years, he has become the team’s most passionate voice, demanding more of himself and his teammates. His actions back up his strong words.' … [Read more...] about Sabres name Rasmus Dahlin captain
Sabres introduce Dahlin as captain, name four alternates
'In addition to Dahlin being named captain, the Sabres introduced four alternate captains: forwards Alex Tuch, Tage Thompson, Dylan Cozens, and defenseman Mattias Samuelsson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres introduce Dahlin as captain, name four alternates
Friday's Ottawa Coverage
Linus Ullmark looks strong in Ottawa Senators' debut against Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Senators come up short to Sabres in overtime (OttawaSenators.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Ottawa Coverage
Peterka "extremely excited" before EHC return – NHL star reveals Germany secret
Ostlund scores overtime winner to give Sabres a 3-2 pre-season win over Senators
'“We wanted to get off to a really good start,” said Leone. “I liked the fact we were first on pucks and I liked our compete level.”' … [Read more...] about Ostlund scores overtime winner to give Sabres a 3-2 pre-season win over Senators
Buffalo Sabres' Rasmus Dahlin Increases The NHL's Global Reach Of Captains
'A big-picture look at the list of NHL captains shows a fascinating evolution of the job and the international nature of the modern-day captaincy. And Dahlin joins the list as the NHL's first captain born in the 2000s.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin Increases The NHL’s Global Reach Of Captains
Ostlund plays overtime hero for Sabres in Ottawa
'The Buffalo Sabres played late-game comeback in Canada's capital city on Thursday night, as the team turned a third-period, 2-1 deficit on its head en route to a 3-2 overtime win over the Senators inside Canadian Tire Centre.' … [Read more...] about Ostlund plays overtime hero for Sabres in Ottawa
Opinion: Ostlund is the overtime hero
'It was a weird game because Buffalo worked hard and dominated from start to finish, yet with one minute left in regulation time, they were trailing 2-1.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Ostlund is the overtime hero