'“If Dev gave up seven goals and we won 9 to 7, he doesn’t care because he wants to win,” Amerks coach Mike Leone said. “… Unless someone tells him, he doesn’t know how many shutouts he had or all the stats.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Devon Levi becoming dominant force for Rochester Amerks in playoffs
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Agitating style helping Sabres prospect Konsta Helenius’ development with Rochester Amerks
'The Finn has morphed into a grittier presence, winning more battles and getting under the opponent’s skin while focusing on improving the details in his game.' … [Read more...] about Agitating style helping Sabres prospect Konsta Helenius’ development with Rochester Amerks
Sabres make first move of offseason, hire Eric Staal as special assistant to GM Kevyn Adams
'His arrival could be the first of many moves as the Sabres work to end their NHL-record 14-year playoff drought. It would also appear to indicate Adams will keep operating in his current role.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make first move of offseason, hire Eric Staal as special assistant to GM Kevyn Adams
NHL Draft Lottery: Sabres fall two spots, will pick ninth overall
'The New York Islanders, who had the 10th-highest odds for the first selection, just 3.5 percent, won the lottery and the right to select perhaps defenseman Matthew Schaefer or center Michael Misa first overall.' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft Lottery: Sabres fall two spots, will pick ninth overall
NHL Draft Lottery: Sabres will likely get nice prospect with first pick, but could they trade it?
'Trading a highly rated prospect to secure immediate help illustrated Adams would be operating differently. These days, he’s under more pressure to fix the Sabres following their 14th consecutive playoff DNQ.' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft Lottery: Sabres will likely get nice prospect with first pick, but could they trade it?
Fresh off career season, will Alex Tuch sign contract extension with Sabres?
'From Feb. 4 until April 17, that gaudy total tied for the most in the league with Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin, the most prolific goal scorer in history.' … [Read more...] about Fresh off career season, will Alex Tuch sign contract extension with Sabres?
After ending season on tear, will Sabres’ James Reimer retire or keep playing?
'If the Sabres want an experienced goalie next season, Reimer, if he chooses to play another year, would possibly be their top choice.' … [Read more...] about After ending season on tear, will Sabres’ James Reimer retire or keep playing?
Sabres AHL: Kale Clague grabs starring role for Rochester Amerks in playoffs
'Clague’s four points are tied for the postseason lead with five other players. His two goals and nine shots on goal also top the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres AHL: Kale Clague grabs starring role for Rochester Amerks in playoffs
After run with Sabres, ‘Mr. Responsible’ Tyson Kozak hopes to impact Rochester
'His gritty, mature style might entrench him on the Sabres’ third or fourth line for years.' … [Read more...] about After run with Sabres, ‘Mr. Responsible’ Tyson Kozak hopes to impact Rochester
After becoming Sabres’ No. 1 center, Jiri Kulich returns to Rochester Amerks for starring role in playoffs
'Kulich, who will play for the Amerks in Friday’s opener of the Calder Cup Playoffs at Blue Cross Arena, finished the NHL the season centering the Sabres’ top line alongside leading scorer Tage Thompson and regularly playing 18 or 19 minutes per game.' … [Read more...] about After becoming Sabres’ No. 1 center, Jiri Kulich returns to Rochester Amerks for starring role in playoffs
After breakout season, Bowen Byram wants to sign new contract with Sabres
'As a restricted free agent this offseason, he will command a hefty raise from the $3.85 million he earned this season.' … [Read more...] about After breakout season, Bowen Byram wants to sign new contract with Sabres
Despite battling injuries, Sabres’ Jordan Greenway made impact in limited work
'“Injury correlated with my surgery … just took a little bit longer than we all wanted,” the Canton native said Friday as the Sabres held end-of-season meetings in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Despite battling injuries, Sabres’ Jordan Greenway made impact in limited work
After struggling and getting scratched, Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson thrived late
'“I think you felt a little bit of a shift in the team toughness attitude after that,” said Samuelsson, who served as an alternate captain for the first time this season. “So, yeah, obviously, it wasn’t a positive moment in the season, but I do think there was some positives to take in the aftermath of it.”' … [Read more...] about After struggling and getting scratched, Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson thrived late
Sabres’ Kevyn Adams can’t say if he’ll stay in GM role
'“Those meetings come up, it’ll be very shortly, where we’ll sit down with Terry and talk about that,” Adams said during an end-of-season news conference alongside coach Lindy Ruff in KeyBank Center. “And what I can tell you is I talk to Terry every day. He’s as frustrated as I am with the way the season went and where we are."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kevyn Adams can’t say if he’ll stay in GM role
Sabres’ Owen Power faces two-month recovery from injury
'Power, who’s sporting a brace on his left knee and using crutches to get around, said he will need about two months to recover.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Owen Power faces two-month recovery from injury