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'This was an introduction of what’s to come. His remarkable play in eight games with the Sabres last April, combined with a limitless potential that’s drawn comparisons to hall-of-fame defensemen, has generated hype and buzz across the NHL. Power has been described as quiet, humble and supremely dedicated, and those who know him best say he has what it takes to navigate the … [Read more...] about ‘Humble’ and ‘determined’, Sabres’ Owen Power prepared for what’s next

'The formal enshrinement will take place at the RiverCentre in St. Paul, Minn., on Nov. 30. The ceremony will occur after his induction into the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame on Nov. 9 and before his No. 30 jersey is retired by the Sabres during a pregame ceremony at KeyBank Center on Jan. 19.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres goalie Ryan Miller to be inducted into U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame

'Sabres games that will be exclusive to the subscription streaming services of ESPN+ and Hulu are Nov. 4 at Carolina, Dec. 27 at Columbus, Jan. 28 at Minnesota, Feb. 21 vs. Toronto, Feb. 28 vs. Columbus, March 2 at Boston, March 7 at the New York Islanders and March 25, also at the Islanders.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 12 national TV games, multiple time changes

'The season opener against the Senators will be preceded by a "Party in the Plaza" outside the arena, with music from The Strictly Hip. The first 12,000 fans will receive a City of Buffalo-themed Sabres flag. There will be another party prior to the Oct. 15 "Hocktoberfest" matinee against Florida, a fall-themed event. The first 10,000 fans will receive a magnetic schedule.' … [Read more...] about Opener will mark first of Sabres’ 15 ‘Theme Nights’ in KeyBank Center

'On the long list of improvements that could be undertaken: widening and opening up the narrow concourses, replacing the old seats, upgrading technology, digital screens and audio, reimagining concessions and retail offerings and improving the look and feel around the building and to its exterior.' … [Read more...] about After Bills stadium deal, will KeyBank Center upgrades become next priority?

'Here is what the 17 other NHL teams that, like the Buffalo Sabres, built their arenas between 1993 and ’99 have done or are planning in renovations.' … [Read more...] about Renovations made at NHL arenas built in early- to late-1990s

'“It was a unique marketplace in terms of finding where that deal fit for both sides,” Adams told The Buffalo News. “There's always a lot of work that goes into it. None of these decisions are made in a vacuum. We go through the same process as when we draft players or free agency that we're making sure we do our due diligence.”' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: How team navigated a ‘unique marketplace’ to sign Tage Thompson

'The season ticket base was in the 16,000 range for the 2017-18 season, but the combination of the playoff drought and the Covid-19 pandemic cratered it last season to the lowest in franchise history, when the Sabres finished 31st in overall attendance at 9,997 per game, ahead of only Ottawa.' … [Read more...] about With multiple season ticket plans, Sabres feel they can make a solid jump at the gate

'The deal, which the team announced less than 24 hours after Tage Thompson received a $50 million extension, carries a $837,500 average annual value. A source told The Buffalo News that the second year of the contract is a one-way, meaning Luukkonen's salary will be the same in Rochester if he doesn't make the NHL roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to two-year contract

'The team said it will not officially reveal the uniform until early November, but unveiled a schedule of 12 home games it will be worn. It will debut on 90s Night, which will be Nov. 23 against St. Louis.' … [Read more...] about Black and red scheme returning as Sabres’ third jersey for 12 home games

'The contract could prove to be a bargain for the Sabres, who are betting that Thompson will repeat and build upon last season. And while there’s always risk paying a forward with a limited track record of production, the deal might be below market value for a young center who has already proven he can score more than 35 goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with Tage Thompson on seven-year, $50 million contract

'"I just don't look too much at what expectations other people put on me, I think I'm someone who puts high expectations on myself," Power said recently in a chat with The News while attending the Bisons' "Hockey Night" at Sahlen Field. "But at the same time, I don't get caught up in that stuff. I just try to control what I can control and stick to the process."' … [Read more...] about It’s a quiet summer for Sabres defenseman Owen Power ahead of his first NHL training camp

'"I've been really fortunate to firsthand sort of see everything she's done in the game," Jeff Skinner said. "Obviously, I see more because she's my sister. I see what she does outside of the game in terms of leading people and leading initiatives. I honestly would go into details, but I know I'd miss stuff. And I think even her bio is kind of almost cutting some of the things … [Read more...] about As Jeff Skinner preps for another Sabres season, he has high praise for sister’s Hockey Canada challenge

'"It's awesome. I think that people have been waiting obviously a long time for it," Okposo told me Saturday night in the ballpark. "It's been a long time coming for a fan base that's as passionate as any one in the league. I've said to you guys many times that I live here now and I understand the dynamics of how the town operates, and how much sports means to everybody in this … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres’ trip to Sahlen Field provides a preview of a fan base looking forward

'Kozak, who will be Portland's captain for the second straight year come fall, caught the eye of many Sabres officials at development camp.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Tyson Kozak, seventh-rounder in 2021, to entry-level contract