'"It was really tough," Kile said. "I feel like the first half of the year I was struggling a little bit and then I finally started to get hot and I got that ankle injury. I missed about six weeks of the season, I came back a little bit early and I kind of re-hurt it. It definitely affected my senior season a lot."' … [Read more...] about After a trying senior season, Kile looking to prove himself in Rochester
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Camp invitee Blackwell nets 2 goals in OT loss to Devils
'"For me, I played out in the West so I don't think a lot of the people in the East got to see me play last year," he said. "I'm grateful for the opportunity and hopefully I can show my style of play and how I'm capable of playing."' … [Read more...] about Camp invitee Blackwell nets 2 goals in OT loss to Devils
Fasching eager for fresh start as Sabres open Prospects Challenge
'"It was definitely difficult, the first major injury of my hockey career even as a kid," Fasching said. "It was definitely something new that I had to deal with and it was a learning year, a learning experience. I think mentally I'm a lot stronger for it and I'm grateful for it from that perspective. It is what it is and you try to move forward with it this year."' … [Read more...] about Fasching eager for fresh start as Sabres open Prospects Challenge
For veterans, Prospects Challenge serves as a springboard into camp
'"The other guys, they're scrimmaging but it's not the same. So I think these guys got a head start and they have to realize they've got a head start and take advantage of it."' … [Read more...] about For veterans, Prospects Challenge serves as a springboard into camp
Sabres announce roster for Prospects Challenge
'The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team's full roster for the Prospects Challenge, which will run from Sept. 8 to 11 at HarborCenter.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce roster for Prospects Challenge
Sabres reveal giveaways, promotional nights for 2017-18
'In addition to the giveaways and theme nights, the Sabres will host 22 promotional nights throughout the season, including 11 Family Pack games, six Kids Day games and five Sabres Style games presented by Coca-Cola. The team will also host the San Jose Sharks on Oct. 28 during One Buffalo Weekend.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reveal giveaways, promotional nights for 2017-18
Highlights from the 2017-18 promotional schedule
'Commemorative T-shirts will be waiting for you on your seat when you arrive to watch the Sabres open their season against the Canadiens. Be there to see Phil Housley's first game as coach as he and the Sabres look to open the season on a strong note.' … [Read more...] about Highlights from the 2017-18 promotional schedule
Sabres announce promotions for Bandura, Jureller
'Jureller served as the Sabres' director of community relations for the last six seasons after initially joining the team as promotions coordinator in 2005-06. As the head of the community relations department and the president of the Sabres Foundation, he is primarily responsible for overseeing the team's community outreach initiatives and all Sabres Foundation events.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce promotions for Bandura, Jureller
Training camp set to open on Sept. 14
'Beginning Friday, Sept. 15, the team's practice sessions at HarborCenter will be open to the public, with practices broken down into multiple sessions throughout each day.' … [Read more...] about Training camp set to open on Sept. 14
Martin Biron joins Buffalo Sabres broadcast team
'"Marty makes what I consider one of the NHL's best broadcasts even better," Preisler said. "He has remained rooted in Buffalo since his playing days, while growing into an accomplished broadcaster with TSN and the NHL Network, and has been a huge part of the Academy of Hockey's success. Marty is passionate about the game of hockey and will educate our fans with an inside … [Read more...] about Martin Biron joins Buffalo Sabres broadcast team
Sabres sign Girgensons to 2-year deal
'Girgensons (6'2", 200 lbs., 1/5/1994) will enter his fifth season as a member of the Sabres in 2017-18 after the team selected him in the first round (14th overall) of the 2012 NHL Draft. In his first four NHL seasons, the Riga, Latvia native has totaled 86 points (37+49) and 77 penalty minutes in 277 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Girgensons to 2-year deal
Sabres announce ticket prices, on-sale dates for 2017-18
'Mini-Packs, which go on sale to the general public on Wednesday, Aug. 23, give fans the opportunity to create their own ticket package composed of anywhere from five to 39 games. By purchasing a Mini-Pack this season, fans will receive all of their games at the box office price of a Tier 3 game. Additionally, Mini-Pack holders will not pay a ticket service charge and will have … [Read more...] about Sabres announce ticket prices, on-sale dates for 2017-18
Sabres, Beaulieu agree to 2-year contract
'The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has signed defenseman Nathan Beaulieu to a two-year contract with an average annual value (AAV) of $2.4 million.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Beaulieu agree to 2-year contract
Sabres sign Rodrigues to 2-year contract
'Rodrigues (5'10", 183 lbs., 7/28/1993) registered six points (4+2) in 30 games for the team in 2016-17. In 32 total NHL games since signing with the Sabres in April 2015, the Etobicoke, Ontario native has recorded eight points (5+3) and four penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Rodrigues to 2-year contract
Sabres sign Lehner to 1-year contract
'Since being selected by the Ottawa Senators in the second round (46th overall) of the 2009 NHL Draft, the Gothenburg, Sweden native has appeared in 166 career NHL games. In his seven NHL seasons with the Sabres and Senators, Lehner has logged a 58-71-26 record with a .918 save percentage and a 2.76 goals-against average.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Lehner to 1-year contract