'“No matter where you’re playing, you’ve just got to give 100% effort, keep a good attitude and I wanted to go out there and improve, and show everyone what I have,” said Rucinski, whom the Sabres picked at No. 219. “I wasn’t really too nervous, going into it.”' … [Read more...] about ‘He wasn’t scared of the moment’: Ryan Rucinski lead Sabres’ 2025 draftees to wrap up Prospects Challenge
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Sabres prospect Riley Fiddler-Schultz used time as scratch wisely, earned NHL contract: ‘Amazing story’
'Through perhaps the most trying stretch of his career, Leone said Fiddler-Schultz, 23, never pouted. Instead, he went about his business – “I always bring something positive to the team, no matter what it is,” he said – and prepared for his next chance.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Riley Fiddler-Schultz used time as scratch wisely, earned NHL contract: ‘Amazing story’
Sabres end the Prospects Challenge with a loss to Pittsburgh
'Konsta Helenius had not been good in the first two games, but he was flying on Monday and was easily Buffalo’s best player. He did pick up one assist, his only point in the three games. Rochester Americans head coach Mike Leone said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres end the Prospects Challenge with a loss to Pittsburgh
‘Ball of energy’ Ryan Rucinski shines in Prospects Challenge finale
'A seventh-round pick in this year’s NHL Draft, Rucinski turned heads as one of the most active players on the ice against the Penguins. Five minutes into the game, he found space in front of Pittsburgh’s net and one-timed a feed from linemate Melvin Novotny to give Buffalo a 1-0 lead.' … [Read more...] about ‘Ball of energy’ Ryan Rucinski shines in Prospects Challenge finale
Camp Countdown | Which Sabres forwards will score more?
'This year’s Sabres don’t need to drastically improve that offensive output, but they’d love to sustain it. Without forward JJ Peterka, who was traded to Utah after ranking third on the team with 27 goals, others must step up.' … [Read more...] about Camp Countdown | Which Sabres forwards will score more?