'Rochester coach Michael Leone, who will lead the Sabres prospects, has given us several buzzword-worthy areas he has focused on the last couple days. He wants to see puck pressure, relentless pursuit and pace to forge an immediate standard of play.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: What to watch at Sabres’ Prospects Challenge
Archives for September 12, 2025
Sabres sign goalie Alexandar Georgiev to one-year contract
'He was 8-7 with a .874 save percentage and a 3.38 goals-against average in 18 games with the Avalanche, and was 7-19-4 with a .875 save percentage and a 3.88 goals-against average in 31 games with the Sharks. Georgiev led the NHL in wins in 2022-23 (40) and 2023-24 (38) with Colorado and was selected to the 2024 All-Star Game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goalie Alexandar Georgiev to one-year contract
Sabres player development director Adam Mair put on leave after arrest
'He was charged after his BMW allegedly rear-ended another vehicle in the Rochester suburb of Pittsford about 4:30 p.m. Sept. 4, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office confirmed. There were no injuries.' … [Read more...] about Sabres player development director Adam Mair put on leave after arrest
Erik Brady: Ken Dryden was an all-time great, but don't forget Dave, his brother in Buffalo
'"Everything Dave did, Ken had to do," their father, Murray Dryden, told the Montreal Gazette in 1971. "With six years between them, that made it pretty tough, but the young one worked all the harder to succeed. The pressure was on him right from the start. Sometimes I think that's why he can resist it so well now."' … [Read more...] about Erik Brady: Ken Dryden was an all-time great, but don’t forget Dave, his brother in Buffalo
After strong season, Sabres prospect Isak Rosen focused on sticking in NHL
'Rosen has registered 48 goals and 105 points over the last two seasons in the AHL and played 15 NHL games. Last year, he developed into the Rochester Americans’ top offense threat, scoring 28 goals and 55 points in 61 outings.' … [Read more...] about After strong season, Sabres prospect Isak Rosen focused on sticking in NHL
Sabres sign goalie Alexandar Georgiev to one-year contract
'Georgiev, having played 303 NHL games with three teams over the last eight seasons, is now the Sabres’ most experienced goalie.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goalie Alexandar Georgiev to one-year contract
Sabres place development coach Adam Mair on leave after drunk-driving arrest with 3 children in car
'The Sabres had no further comment, except to say they are aware of the situation.' … [Read more...] about Sabres place development coach Adam Mair on leave after drunk-driving arrest with 3 children in car
Helenius reflects on hard start in Rochester last season
'"I think the speed of the game, when you’re playing European hockey it’s a bigger ice surface. Then you go to Syracuse 12 times, there’s nowhere to hide out there. You go to Utica, and the division that we play in, you’re going through the ringer," said Leone following Wednesday's practice at Harborcenter. "It’s really physical, and even little things like getting his shot off … [Read more...] about Helenius reflects on hard start in Rochester last season
Sabres sign goaltender Alexandar Georgiev to a one-year deal
'One of Georgiev's best seasons came in the 2022-23 season starting 62 games posting a 40-16-6 record with a .919 save percentage 2.53 goals against average and five shutouts. Georgiev would then post another season playing 63 games posting a 38-18-5 record.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goaltender Alexandar Georgiev to a one-year deal
Sabres' director of player development charged with DWI in Monroe County
'Mair failed field sobriety tests at the scene, and initially refused to take a chemical breath exam, according to deputies. Mair later changed his mind and took the test, and deputies measured his blood alcohol content at two-and-a-half times the legal limit.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ director of player development charged with DWI in Monroe County
Former Sabres center, current director of player development Adam Mair arrested for DWI
'Mair has also been charged with violating Leandra’s Law for having three juvenile passengers in his vehicle, officials said. Officials said the arrest came after a crash in Pittsford that had no reported injuries.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres center, current director of player development Adam Mair arrested for DWI
Sabres’ Adam Mair put on leave after Leandra’s Law arrest
'Mair, 46, faces Leandra’s Law charges because three children were in the car when it allegedly rear-ended another vehicle in Pittsford, a Rochester suburb, on Sept. 4.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Adam Mair put on leave after Leandra’s Law arrest
Sabres player development coach on leave after DWI arrest in Pittsford
'In a police report, a Monroe County Sheriff deputy wrote that they could smell “the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage,” on Mair’s breath and that he had “bloodshot” and “glossy” eyes. The records state that Mair told deputies he was “going too fast,” and hit the rear of the other car while failing to stop in time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres player development coach on leave after DWI arrest in Pittsford
Prospects Notebook | Ostlund looks to build upon defensive foundation
'The 2022 first-round pick aims to carve out that spot for himself in Buffalo’s lineup, and that work begins this week with rookie camp and the 2025 Prospects Challenge. "To do my best, make a good impression on all the coaches and all the staff and play my best hockey," he said of his rookie-camp goals. "It’s gonna be tough days, but I want to make an impact on every day."' … [Read more...] about Prospects Notebook | Ostlund looks to build upon defensive foundation
Sabres sign Georgiev to 1-year deal
'Georgiev, 29, split last season between the Colorado Avalanche and San Jose Sharks. He totaled 49 games with the two clubs, posting an .875 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Georgiev to 1-year deal