'"I have no problem playing the year out," Eichel told WGR 550's Paul Hamilton on Tuesday morning. "I'm adamant about staying a Sabre, I want to bring some new excitement to this town and the contract thing will take care of itself."' … [Read more...] about Eichel adamant about staying in Buffalo, despite contract negotiations
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Agent: Eichel content playing out 2017-2018 season without new deal
'On Tuesday his agent Peter Donatelli told 7 ABC "Right now Jack is planning on starting the season. Whether or not he has a contract extension prior to the season, we don't know, and [that] is not his main focus going into camp."' … [Read more...] about Agent: Eichel content playing out 2017-2018 season without new deal
Pumpkin spice lattes mean Sabres hockey is near
'That all sounds great, so now it's time to walk the walk. In Nashville as an assistant coach, players gushed over Housley's temperament and leadership. Those traits would certainly be welcomed in Buffalo, especially after what appeared to be anything but a perfect relationship between the Sabres players and previous coaching staff.' … [Read more...] about Pumpkin spice lattes mean Sabres hockey is near
Zach Bogosian's Bogo Bunch raising money for Houston
'The Bogo Bunch, a Non-Profit Charity started by Bogosian and his wife Bianca, have started a GoFundMe to collect donations.' … [Read more...] about Zach Bogosian’s Bogo Bunch raising money for Houston
Sabres announce training camp schedule
'Camp begins just four days before Buffalo's first pre season game on September 18 at home against the Carolina Hurricanes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce training camp schedule
Martin Biron joins Sabres broadcast team
'"I grew up in the Sabres organization and Buffalo has always had a big place in my heart," Biron said in a statement from the team. "Western New York has been my home since I was 20 years old, and my family and I are thrilled to begin this opportunity with the Sabres."' … [Read more...] about Martin Biron joins Sabres broadcast team
Will Butcher taking his talents elsewhere, chooses New Jersey
'Fear not, the sky isn't falling and things will be okay. Adding Butcher into the organization would've been a low-risk move that could've paid dividends but he's not a lock to be a great NHL player.' … [Read more...] about Will Butcher taking his talents elsewhere, chooses New Jersey
Sabres firmly in the mix to land Will Butcher
'When asked about a potential timetable for a decision Bartlett added: "Not sure, whenever he's [Butcher] comfortable."' … [Read more...] about Sabres firmly in the mix to land Will Butcher
Sabres sign Zemgus Girgensons to two-year deal
'There's no denying that Girgensons has seen his play slip in the past two seasons. However, a new coach could change that.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Zemgus Girgensons to two-year deal
Buffalo Sabres set prices, on-sale date for 2017-2018 single-game tickets
'The team will once again use a dynamic ticket pricing that categorizes each game into one of three pricing tiers to determine the initial box office ticket price for individual game tickets. As fans purchase tickets, the price of each individual game can rise or fall, but will never fall below season ticket prices. The pricing plan for the 2017-18 season includes seven Tier 1 … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres set prices, on-sale date for 2017-2018 single-game tickets
Report: Hobey Baker Award winner Will Butcher expected to visit with Sabres
'Butcher, 22, was drafted by the Colorado Avalanche in the fifth round of the 2013 draft. According to Chambers, the Wisconsin native is expected to visit the Sabres, New Jersey Devils, and Vegas Golden Knights. Butcher will very likely get calls from other teams as the clock ticks past midnight.' … [Read more...] about Report: Hobey Baker Award winner Will Butcher expected to visit with Sabres
Sabres express interest in Will Butcher, two sides hoping to talk soon
'Just minutes after becoming an unrestricted free agent the Buffalo Sabres reached out to Will Butcher's camp, expressing their interest in signing the 22-year-old defenseman. According to Butcher's agent, the two sides are hoping to engage in further discussions in the near future (possibly as soon as Wednesday).' … [Read more...] about Sabres express interest in Will Butcher, two sides hoping to talk soon
Eichel & Sabres continuing "intense, in-depth discussions" about new contract
'"I don’t want to discuss any negotiations with Jack publicly," Pegula said. "But, I can tell you this: we want Jack and Jack wants to be in Buffalo. That’s all I can say about that."' … [Read more...] about Eichel & Sabres continuing “intense, in-depth discussions” about new contract
Sabres sign Nathan Beaulieu to two-year deal
'$2.4 million seems like a reasonable amount to pay a defenseman that will likely open the season in the starting lineup. If Beaulieu struggles or doesn't live up to expectations, his contract won't handcuff the Sabres past the 2018-2019 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Nathan Beaulieu to two-year deal
Sabres sign Evan Rodrigues to two-year deal
'This makes sense for the Sabres because there is very little risk involved in the deal. At times, Rodrigues looked like a legitimate full-time NHL player with upside and versatility. Unfortunately for the 23-year-old, his play was inconsistent, especially in his defensive zone.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Evan Rodrigues to two-year deal
