'Cozens, who was selected by the Sabres with the seventh overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft, tallied a career-high 85 points (38+47) in 51 games this season while serving as a co-captain for the Lethbridge Hurricanes. He surpassed his 2018-19 point total despite appearing in 17 fewer contests.' … [Read more...] about Cozens named 1st-team All-Star by WHL
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Krueger details international coaching webinar
'"I enjoyed the process and the feedback has been really, really warm," he said. "They enjoyed the process. So, yeah, overall, it was a success. But the goal was really to give back to the coaching community."' … [Read more...] about Krueger details international coaching webinar
Biron: Campbell's hit on Umberger set tone for 2006 playoff run
'You kind of feel bad for the guy down on the ice, especially now since I played with R.J. in Philly a couple of years later. He is a great guy and teammate, but right then, you knew OUR fans were behind us no matter what.' … [Read more...] about Biron: Campbell’s hit on Umberger set tone for 2006 playoff run
'Sabres Classics' to feature 2006 playoff series against Flyers
'Starting Monday, April 6, the 2006 Eastern Conference Quarterfinals between the Buffalo Sabres and the Philadelphia Flyers will be featured on MSG. Games will air each weeknight at 8 p.m. and will stream live on the MSG Go app.' … [Read more...] about ‘Sabres Classics’ to feature 2006 playoff series against Flyers
Eichel to donate protective masks to local hospitals
'"I am so thankful to all those medical professionals that are on the front lines taking care of our community in the battle against this virus," Eichel said. "The dedication to Western New York that they continue to show is incredible. I am happy to work with my friends at Bauer to purchase these masks. Hopefully, they will help play a part in keeping our hospital workers … [Read more...] about Eichel to donate protective masks to local hospitals
Eichel shares thoughts on suspended season during Atlantic Division chat
'"But for now, it's important to just do the right things every day and really take this serious because there are some serious consequences to not doing the right things and taking the right precautions every day. I just hope everyone's in a good frame of mind with being around loved ones and understanding that we're going to get through this."' … [Read more...] about Eichel shares thoughts on suspended season during Atlantic Division chat
1974-75: 'The birth of hockey in Buffalo'
'"I think that was, to me personally and I think the guys who played on that team, that was the birth of hockey here in Buffalo," Gare said. "When I think of the Sabres over 50 years, that year was the year that it escalated to being a legitimate National Hockey League team."' … [Read more...] about 1974-75: ‘The birth of hockey in Buffalo’
1974-75: The team that Punch built
'Punch Imlach was many things, according to those who played for him. He could be tough to play for. Mike Robitaille, the former Sabres defenseman who would go on to become a longtime broadcaster for the team, recalls Imlach keeping a train ticket visibly sticking out of his pocket during conversations with players. "Just to give you a reminder," Robitaille explained.' … [Read more...] about 1974-75: The team that Punch built
Biron: What made the 2005-06 Buffalo Sabres so special
'Training camp was hard and Lindy Ruff was very much focused on making sure we were going to be the "most fit team in the NHL." Yikes!!! I didn't play at all during the lockout and although I felt like I was in great shape after the long offseason, I was definitely not in game shape yet!!' … [Read more...] about Biron: What made the 2005-06 Buffalo Sabres so special
Dunleavy: Not your average game day
'It was different to comprehend, the way that day was going, but we knew pausing the NHL season was the right thing to do for ourselves, our families back home and anyone else who could be severely affected by the spread of this virus that had already shut down entire countries and cities.' … [Read more...] about Dunleavy: Not your average game day
Q&A: Marty catches up with Maxim Afinogenov
'My full 10 years in Buffalo was my best seasons! I loved the fans, loved the team, loved coaches. If you look at the stats that season, other seasons were more points, but it was my best because I only played 56 games.' … [Read more...] about Q&A: Marty catches up with Maxim Afinogenov
'Sabres Classics' to highlight 2005-06 regular season
'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
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
