'“He was a good decision-maker on the ice,” Raeder said of Kekalainen, a left wing for Clarkson from 1987-89. “He was solid, and he thought through the game well. Coming from Europe and adjusting to the North American game, back in those days, was a pretty good test. If you could do that, you were pretty hockey savvy – and Jarmo, he’s tremendously motivated.”' … [Read more...] about Jarmo Kekalainen brings an always-evolving, ever-competitive presence as Sabres senior advisor
Archives for June 7, 2025
Sabres might be hoping Anton Frondell or Victor Eklund last until ninth pick at NHL Draft
'The 18-year-old Swedes enjoyed strong chemistry over the final months of their first full pro seasons, illustrating why they will likely be picked early in the draft June 27.' … [Read more...] about Sabres might be hoping Anton Frondell or Victor Eklund last until ninth pick at NHL Draft
Before joining Sabres, Jarmo Kekalainen took some time to decide what was next for him
'"I was very interested in the position that he was offering. I was interested in the situation and the challenge with Buffalo, and the opportunity and the potential on the team. But also the roll is important to me, because I didn’t want to be looked at as somebody who's retiring or who doesn’t want to do work. I want to be 100% in, 24/7, doing everything I can to help Kevyn … [Read more...] about Before joining Sabres, Jarmo Kekalainen took some time to decide what was next for him
3 takeaways | Kekalainen talks front-office philosophies during Sabres Live appearance
'"... I’ve been in the hockey business since 1995 non-stop and never had this opportunity to take some time off and learn and just be better. I’m a big believer that the day you think you have nothing else to learn or nothing more to learn, that’s the day you’ve got to retire. I’m definitely not there yet, so it was a great year and three months.”' … [Read more...] about 3 takeaways | Kekalainen talks front-office philosophies during Sabres Live appearance
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Scott Metcalfe, Amerks Hall of Famer who played for Sabres, dies at 58 (Olean Times herald) Rochester Americans Hall of Famer, former Sabre Scott Metcalfe dies at age 58 (WGRZ-TV) Scott Metcalfe, Amerks Hall of Famer and Calder Cup champion, dies at 58 (WROC-TV) Scott Metcalfe, Rochester Amerks legend, dies at age 58 (WHEC-TV) Amerks mourn the loss of Scott Metcalfe … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage