'If he clears, he will likely be assigned to the Rochester Americans. He hasn’t played in the AHL since 2010-11, his third pro season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres waive goalie James Reimer
The Sabres Report - Oct 7, 2024
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks rout Crunch in preseason win (Amerks.com) Syracuse Crunch Fall To Rochester Americans, 7-1, in Preseason Finale (SyracuseCrunch.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Oct 6, 2024
Sabres takeaways: JJ Peterka's injury looms large as Devils complete sweep in Prague
'The Sabres managed to score first despite sending out a short-handed lineup, but a series of mistakes in the third period allowed the Devils to roar back and take the lead and caused Buffalo to head home with a 3-1 loss.' … [Read more...] about Sabres takeaways: JJ Peterka’s injury looms large as Devils complete sweep in Prague
Sabres fans travel to Prague from across the globe to cheer on Buffalo: 'This is our year!'
'They traveled to Czechia’s capital city from across Europe, including places such as Portugal and England, where ice rinks are scarce, and any mention of Sabres would raise eyebrows or conjure “Star Wars” references, and as far away as the Pacific Northwest.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans travel to Prague from across the globe to cheer on Buffalo: ‘This is our year!’
Inside the NHL: Sharks give Hamburg's Quentin Musty marching orders on way back to OHL
'Much like the spot Matt Savoie was in last year with the Sabres, Musty really could stand to get the opportunity to play in the AHL. But at 20, he can’t go there yet because of the NHL/CHL agreement. And that’s a shame in this case.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Sharks give Hamburg’s Quentin Musty marching orders on way back to OHL
Sabres, Tops rekindle partnership for upcoming season
'Tops has become the official grocer of the Sabres, renewing a partnership that went on for nearly two decades, but ended seven years ago as the grocer struggled with a massive debt load and fell into bankruptcy. The two entities previously collaborated from 1999 until 2017.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Tops rekindle partnership for upcoming season
Sabres lose JJ Peterka to concussion, Zach Benson to lower-body injury
'Peterka left the game at the 6:02 mark after Dillon’s open-ice hit knocked him to the ice.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose JJ Peterka to concussion, Zach Benson to lower-body injury
Sunday's New Jersey Coverage
New Devils show why they were brought in during NHL Global Series sweep of Buffalo Sabres (Newark Star Ledger) Casey takes advantage of opportunity with Devils at Global Series (NHL.com) Palat of Devils misses 2nd Global Series game against Sabres for personal reasons (NHL.com) Devils Sweep Global Series in Prague | Game Story (NewJerseyDevils.com) From Prague, with Love | … [Read more...] about Sunday’s New Jersey Coverage
Cotter scores as Devils beat Sabres 3-1 to sweep season-opening series in Prague
'“We’ve got a lot of work ahead of us but it’s something that you take, this is a challenge right now,” he said.' … [Read more...] about Cotter scores as Devils beat Sabres 3-1 to sweep season-opening series in Prague
Devils, Sabres At Opposite End Of Win/Loss Spectrum After NHL's Global Series Games
'You never want to extrapolate how a team’s season will unfold based on two days’ worth of action, but if you’re a Sabres fan – or if you’re Buffalo management and ownership – you have to be concerned. New/old Sabres coach (and former Devils coach) Lindy Ruff can’t be happy with the effort he’s got from Buffalo’s players thus far. Forty-nine shots in two games is well below the … [Read more...] about Devils, Sabres At Opposite End Of Win/Loss Spectrum After NHL’s Global Series Games
Sabres unable to preserve lead against New Jersey
'The Buffalo Sabres scored first, but the New Jersey Devils were able to answer and win for the second straight day, this time 3-1 on Saturday afternoon at 02 Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to preserve lead against New Jersey
Sabres get swept in Czechia
'New Jersey was faster, smarter, tougher and made Buffalo look like a team that is actually worse than last year’s squad.' … [Read more...] about Sabres get swept in Czechia
Sabres go 0-2 overseas to start season
'So far not-so-good for the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres go 0-2 overseas to start season
Check to head knocks Sabres top-line winger JJ Peterka out of game
'Buffalo’s leading scorer last season with 28 goals, Peterka was knocked down by Dillon’s check while skating through the neutral zone in the first period of New Jersey’s 3-1 victory. Peterka grabbed the back of his head upon landing, and he was assisted to the bench by Sabres teammates Tage Thompson and Dylan Cozens, while Alex Tuch instigated a fight with Dillon.' … [Read more...] about Check to head knocks Sabres top-line winger JJ Peterka out of game
Buffalo Sabres fans attend first-ever watch party at Keybank Center
'“We’ve never done anything like this,” said Sabres fans Ginene and Bob Heberger. “We’re season ticket holders, but we’ve never come to something like this. We’re very excited for the season.”' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fans attend first-ever watch party at Keybank Center