'We'll start with a sampling of regular season games from that year. The NHL was coming out of a lockout that canceled the 2004-05 campaign and the Buffalo Sabres had a great mix of veterans, players entering their prime and rookies ready to shine. Expectations were low for Buffalo and as the year wore on, it was clear that something special was happening at One Seymour H. Knox … [Read more...] about ‘Sabres Classics’ to highlight 2005-06 regular season
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Sabres, Samuelsson agree to 3-year deal
'"We are very pleased with Mattias' growth both at Western Michigan and on the international stage," Sabres general manager Jason Botterill said. "He possesses a unique combination of size, speed and skill, and we look forward to working with him on his next steps as a pro."' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Samuelsson agree to 3-year deal
Samuelsson feels ready for pro competition
'"I think I got a lot better in my two years in college," Samuelsson said by phone. "I learned a lot. I played for a pretty legendary coach in Andy Murray. … I feel like at this point in my development, to be challenged with professional hockey players is something I need."' … [Read more...] about Samuelsson feels ready for pro competition
Krueger staying ready, sharing knowledge during suspension of play
'"Everything kind of started unraveling from there," Krueger said Monday during a conference call with reporters. "We weren't sure where that would take us. We began the gameday in Montreal as if we were going to play."' … [Read more...] about Krueger staying ready, sharing knowledge during suspension of play
Sabres, forward DiPietro agree on 1-year deal
'DiPietro participated in the Sabres' annual development camp last summer. He was a member of the winning team in the 3-on-3 French Connection Tournament, skating as part of a group that included forward Tage Thompson and defensemen Jacob Bryson and Ryan Johnson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, forward DiPietro agree on 1-year deal
'Sabres Classics' to air on MSG
'Here is what we have scheduled...'. … [Read more...] about ‘Sabres Classics’ to air on MSG
Sabres agree to entry-level deal with forward Biro
'"Brandon will bring a combination of skill, hockey sense and character to our organization," Sabres general manager Jason Botterill said. "We're confident that his four years at Penn State with Coach Gadowsky have prepared him well for the next phase of his development."' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to entry-level deal with forward Biro
After sudden end to collegiate career, Biro sees 'good fit' with Sabres
'Biro signed a two-year, entry-level contract with the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday. A week ago, he was still preparing to captain top-seeded Penn State in the Big Ten Tournament. Biro was among 10 graduating seniors on a roster that was poised to play in the NCAA Tournament regardless of the outcome in their conference bracket.' … [Read more...] about After sudden end to collegiate career, Biro sees ‘good fit’ with Sabres
NHL pauses 2019-20 season
'Together with our food service partner, Delaware North, we are implementing the following protocols as recommended by CDC guidelines...'. … [Read more...] about NHL pauses 2019-20 season
Johansson enjoying success with like-minded linemates
'"I feel like I'm skating better, a little bit more comfortable with the puck again," Johansson said. "It kind of goes to the point where you don't have confidence and you know you can do it and you want to do it, you force things a little bit, you don't kind of get it to work.' … [Read more...] about Johansson enjoying success with like-minded linemates
Kahun 'having fun' playing hockey in Buffalo
'"I'm more and more happy about the group of guys we've got," Kahun said Tuesday. "It's very fun to come here every day and [I am] also finding my game back. I'm having fun playing hockey and that's the most important thing for me."' … [Read more...] about Kahun ‘having fun’ playing hockey in Buffalo
Ullmark returns with strong showing in shootout win over Capitals
'"He was real good," Skinner said. "He made some big saves. I thought he had great, great rebound control, which is big, especially against this team. They got some skill guys and they got some guys that can roll around. They can create some sort of havoc in front of your net."' … [Read more...] about Ullmark returns with strong showing in shootout win over Capitals
At the Horn: Capitals 2 - Sabres 3 (SO)
'The game marked the goaltender's first start since sustaining a lower-body injury that caused him to miss 17 games. He served as the backup in Saturday's games.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Capitals 2 – Sabres 3 (SO)
Sabres assign Gilmour to Amerks
'With Lawrence Pilut unavailable to play in last night's road game at Philadelphia due to illness, Gilmour was recalled to serve as the seventh defenseman.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Gilmour to Amerks
Despite numerous chances, Sabres unable to halt Flyers win streak
'"Any time it's going like that, it's not fun. You want to win games," Skinner said. "We're getting opportunities, we're just not finding ways to bury them, and then the other team is. That's been the difference in most of the games lately."' … [Read more...] about Despite numerous chances, Sabres unable to halt Flyers win streak