Olean Times Herald

'The Glasgow, Scotland, native was in charge of the Carolina Hurricanes’ defense and penalty killing as an assistant coach the last four seasons. During that time, the Hurricanes allowed the second-fewest shots per game (28) in the league. Over that stretch, the Sabres allowed the most shots per contest (33.3).' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire former NHL defenseman Steve Smith as assistant coach

'“I treat the fight just like any other part of the game, a great goal, a great save, a big hit, anything else and a fight I would just deal with it as it came along,” Jeanneret said. “Do I care if they banned it from the game? No, I wouldn’t, but they haven’t. The fact of the matter is as long as it’s still legal, you can’t come back on me and say, ‘How come you make them … [Read more...] about Sabres announcers reflect on fighting’s past and future

'On June 22, Dahlin became the third player in Sabres history drafted first, joining centers Gilbert Perreault (1970) and Pierre Turgeon (1987).' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Rasmus Dahlin to entry-level contract

'Believe it or not, Rick Martin, whose No. 7 is retired by the Sabres, wore 9 in 1973. The most popular Buffalo player to wear No. 9 regularly is probably Rick Dudley.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Eichel switches to No. 9

'“My grandfather’s connection to this program here was amazing,” Griffin Luce said Friday. “Growing up, I got to watch them as a kid. They had my favorite players growing up. I think it’s just a tremendous honor to be able to represent this team, this program this week and it’s an honor to put on that jersey.”' … [Read more...] about Griffin Luce honored by invite Sabres’ development camp

'“It’s just a really good fit for me,” Thompson said. “Obviously, they’re a really young team. St. Louis, they rely on more of their veteran guys. I was pigeon-holed in a sense, didn’t really get to play a lot, play the game I like to play.' … [Read more...] about Nomadic childhood helped prepare Sabres’ Tage Thompson for NHL life

'Any deal involving O’Reilly, 27, figured to be a blockbuster, and the Sabres received five assets in return: forwards Tage Thompson, Patrik Berglund and Vladimir Sobotka and a first-round pick in 2019 and a second-round selection in 2021.' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill: Ryan O’Reilly didn’t need change of scenery

'In his first five full NHL seasons, Hutton had always been labeled the No. 2 goalie. After averaging only 21 appearances over the previous three years, he played 32 games in 2017-18, stealing playing time from Jake Allen and finding a rhythm.' … [Read more...] about Sabres present special opportunity to goalie Carter Hutton

'While the Sabres traded for Conor Sheary on Wednesday, they still look thin on the wing. Some speed and scoring to flank their centers would help.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Ryan O’Reilly’s price likely going up

'“It was inspiring, very inspiring,” Sabres assistant general manager Randy Sexton said of seeing Dahlin on the ice. “He’s a special player and he’s a special person. That’s why we were all so fortunate to have him with us. Our fans are going to see him play for a long time to come. I don’t have a better word than special.”' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin’s presence ‘inspiring,’ offers hope to Sabres

'“It’s way more fun when you see Casey getting pissed at you,” he said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospects Matej Pekar, Casey Mittelstadt battle on ice

'The 6-foot-1, 201-pound Hutton went undrafted and played four seasons at UMass Lowell. He has played for two other NHL teams – the Chicago Blackhawks and Nashville Predators – but was also dressed for games with the Philadelphia Flyers and San Jose Sharks.' … [Read more...] about Report: goalie Carter Hutton likely to sign with Sabres

'“I’m extremely excited, haven’t really talked about a role quite yet,” Hickey said inside HarborCenter, where camp concludes today with a three-on-three tournament.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Brandon Hickey could opt for free agency

'“The experience that I had there will help me tremendously,” Sheary said on a conference call Thursday. “I think if I can just bring a little of that experience, the playoff experience to the locker room, try to change the culture, I think that’ll be a good thing.”' … [Read more...] about Conor Sheary sees fit with Sabres

'“The building was electric,” Sabres assistant general manager Steve Greeley said. “I thought the most exciting part was when the players saluted the fans there and you saw just the reaction, like it almost gives you goosebumps or chills. If our players aren’t excited for this type of atmosphere, there’s probably something wrong with them.”' … [Read more...] about First practice memorable for Rasmus Dahlin, Sabres