'Apologies to the fine folks in Rochester who have seen a lot of great spring hockey the last four years. But if the cost to do that kind of business includes the likes of Amerks leading goal scorer Isak Rosen, you pay it. Same if it involves Mrtka, who projects to being a solid NHL defenseman but probably isn't seeing the bright lights until 2028 at the earliest and needs to … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The Sabres’ mindset has finally changed. Go for it now and don’t worry about prospects
Archives for March 7, 2026
By adding assets before trade deadline, Jarmo Kekalainen shows strong belief in Sabres
'“We have a lot of faith in this group,” Kekalainen said Friday in KeyBank Center following the 3 p.m. deadline. “The way they’ve been playing, the way they’re competing, the way they’re having fun, so we wanted to reward the group as well, to show them that we have that faith and we want to help them and bring in some players in different areas that we needed. I think we … [Read more...] about By adding assets before trade deadline, Jarmo Kekalainen shows strong belief in Sabres
Sabres’ Jiri Kulich likely out for season; Justin Danforth, Jordan Greenway both ‘progressing slowly’
'In other injury news, Kekalainen said wingers Justin Danforth, 32, and Jordan Greenway, 29, “are both progressing slowly.” “There is a chance they could be back this season,” he said. “There’s no guarantee, but we’re hopeful.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jiri Kulich likely out for season; Justin Danforth, Jordan Greenway both ‘progressing slowly’
Sabres benefit from both Adams and Kekalainen
'When Adams took over from Jason Botterill in spring of 2020, there was a shift internally when it came to drafting and the amateur scouting department thrived under his new leadership. In that first draft, Adams did not have much to work with on a quick turnaround taking over as general manager, but he still managed to hit on the first two of five selections that year with … [Read more...] about Sabres benefit from both Adams and Kekalainen
Stanley hoping to make a difference in Buffalo
'Stanley, 27, is going to a Sabres team that had a rough start to the campaign and was languishing near the bottom of the NHL standings before a remarkable run has them challenging for top spot in the Atlantic Division. “It’s a great young team, they’re playing really well right now and hopefully I can help them go on a deep run,” said Stanley.' … [Read more...] about Stanley hoping to make a difference in Buffalo
Saturday's Nashville Coverage
Sabres play the Predators on 5-game winning streak (AP) Game Day: Preds at Sabres, March 7 (NashvillePredators.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Nashville Coverage
Saturday's Winnipeg Coverage
Jets pick up Rosen, Bryson in Stanley, Schenn trade (Winnipeg Free Press) Stanley hoping to make a difference in Buffalo (Winnipeg Free Press) Jets ship Stanley, Schenn and Pearson to Sabres for prospects and drafts picks (CP) Defencemen Stanley and Schenn, forward Pearson traded from Winnipeg Jets to Buffalo Sabres (CBC News) Who is Isak Rosen? Jets trade for big-time … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Saturday's New York Coverage
Rangers trading Sam Carrick to Sabres for draft picks as retool continues (New York Post) Rangers keep Trocheck, deal Carrick to Sabres (Newsday) Rangers trading scrappy fourth-liner Sam Carrick to Sabres (SportsNet New York) Rangers Acquire Third-Round and Sixth-Round Draft Picks in Exchange for Sam Carrick (NYRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s New York Coverage
Saturday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Penguins' Evgeni Malkin suspended 5 games for slashing Buffalo's Rasmus Dahlin (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin suspended 5 games for slashing (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Penguins’ Evgeni Malkin suspended 5 games by NHL for slashing Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin (AP) Evgeni Malkin suspended 5 games for slashing Rasmus Dahlin (ESPN) Evgeni Malkin suspended 5 … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
Sabres are ‘finally’ playoff contenders and they’re buyers instead of sellers at NHL trade deadline
'A franchise in the midst of an NHL-record 14-year playoff drought is showing signs of an upward trajectory.' … [Read more...] about Sabres are ‘finally’ playoff contenders and they’re buyers instead of sellers at NHL trade deadline
Sabres trade 4 pieces to Jets in return for 2 defensemen on deadline day
'This season, Stanley is having his best offensive campaign, with nine goals and 12 assists through 59 games. He also has 69 blocked shots and 96 hits.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade 4 pieces to Jets in return for 2 defensemen on deadline day
Sabres rumor seeks goalie trade before NHL deadline
'Levi came to the Sabres in July 2021 with a first-round pick for Sam Reinhart. Given how Reinhart has played for Florida, the Sabres certainly would've liked to see more out of Levi at this point.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rumor seeks goalie trade before NHL deadline
Sabres acquire forward Tanner Pearson from Jets for late-round pick
'The 33-year-old is in the middle of his 13th season in the NHL, where his production has dipped a bit playing a more depth role on the Jets roster. In 52 games this season, Pearson has scored seven goals and added six assists for 13 points, while averaging 10:53 of ice-time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire forward Tanner Pearson from Jets for late-round pick
Sabres make three trades to try to make the team better
'“A lot of it will sort itself out, it’ll give us options because injuries have played a big part and to have depth, I mean I’m the one guy that’s lived without “D” depth and you can never have enough good defensemen and it just makes us stronger as a team.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres make three trades to try to make the team better
Opinion: Sabres 'Last 5': A statement return
'If both these netminders continue stringing together strong games, there will be a hearty debate on how the Sabres should handle the situation in net once the playoffs arrive.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres ‘Last 5’: A statement return