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'“The synergies between the Sabres and Bills are genuine, and we are well-positioned for the new NHL draft process by utilizing the space and experience at One Bills Drive for our Sabres draft this season,” Sabres and Bills Chief Operating Officer Pete Guelli said in a press release.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to borrow Bills’ draft room for decentralized 2025 NHL draft

'It was more than goal scoring, which I think helped him. In the three games before the Gold medal game, Thompson didn’t score, but I still think he played well. The thing I think clinched it for him is he played the team game that San Jose Sharks Head Coach Ryan Warsofsky wanted his players to play. I could tell the Sabres winger was embracing more of a team concept and … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Thompson’s Golden Goal should score spot on US Olympic team

'Brian Caughel of the Buffalo Bat Habitat has coined it, "The Battered Bat Cup Curse". He has taken a fun approach to marking this anniversary to promote bat conservancy. Caughel and his brother Mark have even gone to the extent of making a fun video, starring "The Bat Shaman", who tells of the curse and what can be done to lift it. The Shaman says Sabres fans can put up bat … [Read more...] about Are the Buffalo Sabres cursed by a bat? A look back at that memorable game

'Staal can help Adams evaluate players in the league that he played against. You could tell during his playing career that he has a good hockey mind. He will also help with the development of current young players.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Sabres hiring of Eric Staal and Brian Galivan just a start to the offseason

'The Quebec native grew up around 40 minutes away from the home of the Amerks' second round opponent, the Laval Rocket, and if Rochester hopes to get past the AHL’s top team from the regular season that finished with 101 points, Levi will have to continue his strong play.' … [Read more...] about Playoff shutouts highlight Devon Levi’s development with the Amerks

'"As I looked for ways to enhance our existing staff, I wanted to add somebody to our group that has a fresh perspective and the direct experience of winning at all levels of hockey,” Adams said in a release. "Eric was one of the first people I thought of when I originally became general manager, so it is fitting that he is the first addition to our organization this offseason. … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Staal as special assistant to the general manager

'He did a really poor job of developing some of the good young talent he has. Jiri Kulich was developed the right way. Kulich has played 140 games with the Rochester Americans and he’s down there now to join their playoff run. Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power, Dylan Cozens, and Zach Benson spent no time in the AHL. In Benson’s case he couldn’t because of his age. I think young players … [Read more...] about Take 2: Sabres GM is Kevyn Adams is under pressure after 5 seasons and no playoff appearances

'His nonprofit organization, the Rasmus Dahlin Foundation, is dedicated to improving the lives of children. During his visit, a $10,000 donation was made to GiGi's Playhouse to support its mission.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin donates to GiGi’s Playhouse

'Alex Tuch, JJ Peterka and Jack Quinn had a goal and assist each, and Peyton Krebs scored a short-handed goal for Buffalo. James Reimer made 21 saves for his eighth win in 10 starts to finish the season 10-10-2.' … [Read more...] about Coach Lindy Ruff earns 900th win as the Sabres end their season

'"I just felt like it was something that we needed to address." Guelli said. "You don't want any uncertainty around the team that is so important to the community. So [we] just want to make sure people were aware that's not our intention to our intention to go anywhere."' … [Read more...] about Sabres not ‘ruling out’ needing money from NYS for KeyBank Center, but emphasize their committed to Buffalo

'But across all secondary platforms Tuesday, the get-in price was as low as $32.' … [Read more...] about US-Canada tensions impact Sabres-Maple Leafs game attendance

'I’d be shocked if Terry Pegula didn’t bring back Kevyn Adams. Pegula has taken in quite a few games lately and it just seems to me like Adams will get year six. I am puzzled why you’d give someone who got paralyzed during a 13-game winless streak — which ruined their season in less than four weeks — and a someone who has not gotten the job done in the past two offseasons … [Read more...] about Take 2: After missing the playoffs again, the Sabres face more offseason questions

'Now that the Sabres have been eliminated from playoff contention, again, let's go back in time to 2011 and take a look.' … [Read more...] about Do you remember the last time the Sabres played a postseason game?

'"It's weird, you know, it still doesn't really quite feel real being here and being in the visiting room," Cozens said. "It's a little weird for sure, but you know it's something I'll definitely get used to over time."' … [Read more...] about Cozens adjusts to Ottawa: Ready to face Sabres

'If Terry Pegula is going to keep Adams as his GM, this is the type of trade he has to keep making. I think it’s obvious to any fan that this core group isn’t good enough as is and on Friday, Adams took responsibility for that.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Cozens trade a good start for Adams and Sabres