'The Sabres are paying Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen $4.75 million in the second year of a five-year, $23.75 million deal. It’s not Igor Shesterkin or Sergei Bobrovsky money by any means, but it’s not chump change either. And right now, the team’s No. 1 goalie can’t stay on the ice.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Is there really nothing to see here with Sabres’ goaltending issues?
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With UPL injured, Sabres could turn to Alex Lyon, who loves underdog role
'The 6-foot-1, 199-pound Lyon, who will start Friday’s preseason finale in Pittsburgh and likely play at least two periods, knows the Sabres might face a similar situation against the Penguins.' … [Read more...] about With UPL injured, Sabres could turn to Alex Lyon, who loves underdog role
Sabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen being evaluated for injury; Mattias Samuelsson close to practicing
'Luukkonen missed the first week of training camp after tweaking a lower-body injury. Ruff said the Sabres hope the Finn’s latest injury is different than the one that just sidelined him.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen being evaluated for injury; Mattias Samuelsson close to practicing
Jiri Kulich hoping to take next step in first full season with Sabres
'"To have more physicality, be more tougher, some other stuff too so I see the game a little bit more. And on the ice, be a better playmaker too," said Kulich earlier this week after practice.' … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich hoping to take next step in first full season with Sabres
Ruff awaiting testing on Luukkonen, Kesselring
'Ruff says it would be a positive for the team if Luukkonen is, in fact, dealing with something different than what held him out of training camp. With all this in mind, Alex Lyon will get the start in Pittsburgh on Friday, and will play, at least, two periods.' … [Read more...] about Ruff awaiting testing on Luukkonen, Kesselring
Sabres' Adam Mair arraigned on felony DWI after crash with children in vehicle
'The incident occurred in Pittsford, a Rochester suburb, on Sept. 4, authorities said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Adam Mair arraigned on felony DWI after crash with children in vehicle
Sabres development coach and former player pleads not guilty to felony charges Thursday
'“Driving while intoxicated with children happens for a variety of reasons. But obviously the law takes it more seriously, it’s a felony offense, it becomes a felony offense because there are children and obviously we take that seriously as well,” said Merrick Sadler, chief of vehicular crimes at the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office.' … [Read more...] about Sabres development coach and former player pleads not guilty to felony charges Thursday
Camp Notebook | Keys to a Sabres power-play turnaround
'The top unit of Jason Zucker, Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch, Josh Norris and Rasmus Dahlin has already shown promise this preseason, setting up a one-timer goal for Thompson during Saturday’s game versus Detroit. And on Wednesday, Dahlin slashed through Pittsburgh’s penalty kill with a breathtaking end-to-end rush.' … [Read more...] about Camp Notebook | Keys to a Sabres power-play turnaround
Friday's Rochester Coverage
After season-ending surgery, Neuchev feeling good and ready to play (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres aren't about to panic, even after Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s exit in loss to Penguins
'Luukkonen made 11 saves, but the Sabres lifted Luukkonen after the first period. Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said that Luukkonen didn’t feel quite right in goal, even after he made his first saves. “We took him out, precautionary, and we’ll see where he’s at (Thursday),” Ruff said. “We didn’t want to really risk anything. I thought he looked good, but we don’t want to take a … [Read more...] about Sabres aren’t about to panic, even after Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s exit in loss to Penguins
Buffalo Sabres' Jiri Kulich returns to comfort zone at center after preseason injury
'“It’s working on more physicality, and be more tougher,” said Kulich, who is from Kadan, Czechia. “See the game a little bit more. On the ice, be a better playmaker, as well. Honestly, I was working on a lot of things, but those three things, the most.”' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres’ Jiri Kulich returns to comfort zone at center after preseason injury
Despite problems, Buffalo Sabres value continues to climb
'But even with the increase of about $230 million from last season’s rankings, the Sabres remain close to the bottom of the 32-team league, ranked at No. 29. That’s a move up by one spot for the team, which was ranked 30th last season.' … [Read more...] about Despite problems, Buffalo Sabres value continues to climb
After season in minors, Ryan Johnson making case for roster spot with Sabres
'Not only has the prospect been making a strong case he deserves a spot, the Sabres have two injured defensemen, Mattias Samuelsson and Owen Power, and another one, Bowen Byram, who returned Wednesday after missing two days of practice.' … [Read more...] about After season in minors, Ryan Johnson making case for roster spot with Sabres
Sabres lose Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Michael Kesselring to injuries
'On Wednesday, the Sabres planned for Luukkonen to play the opening 40 minutes in his first preseason action. The Finn lasted one period before he re-aggravated his injury and was replaced by Alexandar Georgiev for precautionary reasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Michael Kesselring to injuries
Thursday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Strong showings for several Penguins roster hopefuls in preseason win at Buffalo (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins defenseman Jack St. Ivany injured in preseason win (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Musings: Penguins 5, Sabres 3 (Preseason Game 6) (PittsburghPenguins.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Pittsburgh Coverage