'The roster features 13 forwards, seven defensemen, including Vsevolod Komarov, and two goalies.' … [Read more...] about Konsta Helenius among first-rounders on Sabres’ Prospects Challenge roster
The Sabres Report - Sep 11, 2024
Sabres to showcase five first-round picks at upcoming Prospects Challenge
'Buffalo will have five former first-round picks in the lineup for this year's tournament, including Konsta Helenius (2024), Jiri Kulich (2022), Noah Ostlund (2022), Isak Rosen (2021) and Ryan Johnson (2019).' … [Read more...] about Sabres to showcase five first-round picks at upcoming Prospects Challenge
Sabres announce Prospects Challenge roster headlined by Helenius, former first round picks
'Featuring five former first-round picks, the roster includes Konsta Helenius, Noah Ostlund, Jiri Kulich, Isak Rosen, and Ryan Johnson. Fans will get to see 2024 first-rounder Helenius in action against other teams for the first time after seeing him on the ice in Buffalo back in the summer during development camp.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce Prospects Challenge roster headlined by Helenius, former first round picks
Sabres announce 2024 Prospects Challenge roster
'The Sabres’ roster includes five first-round draft picks, including Konsta Helenius (2024, 14th overall), Noah Ostlund (2022, 16th overall), Jiri Kulich (2022, 28th overall), Isak Rosen (2021, 14th overall), and Ryan Johnson (2019, 31st overall).' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2024 Prospects Challenge roster
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks Hall of Famer Kent Weisbeck announces retirement (Amerks.com) Weisbeck: “I’m just glad to say i worked here” (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Sep 10, 2024
Time spent with Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau special for Sabres’ Alex Tuch
'“I knew Johnny because he came back and he would visit Matty in school before the season started every year,” Tuch said after throwing out the first pitch prior to Saturday’s Bisons game at Sahlen Field. “He’d come and have a few beers with us.”' … [Read more...] about Time spent with Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau special for Sabres’ Alex Tuch
Camp Preview | Former Devils defenseman Subban outlines what Sabres should expect from Ruff
'“I definitely felt that he pushed the offense when he was in New Jersey, and we had a younger team,” Subban said. “I think that Buffalo is in a better position right now than they have been over the past couple of years with the group that they have there now. So, it should be an exciting year for Buffalo.”' … [Read more...] about Camp Preview | Former Devils defenseman Subban outlines what Sabres should expect from Ruff
The Sabres Report - Sep 9, 2024
Mike Harrington: As camp nears, Sabres winger Alex Tuch reflects on his days with Gaudreau brothers
'“It makes you really cherish the time that you have with your family,” Tuch said Saturday in Sahlen Field after throwing the ceremonial first pitch before the Buffalo Bisons’ game against Lehigh Valley. “The last time I talked to Johnny was at the faceoff circle (on Feb. 23), the day after Johnny Junior was born. Just congratulated him, and we had a quick conversation right … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: As camp nears, Sabres winger Alex Tuch reflects on his days with Gaudreau brothers
It's "Here We Go Again" Time for the Sabres Amidst 13-Year Playoff Drought
'What’s clear about the Sabres’ off-season makeover is that GM Kevyn Adams wants more grit and determination out of his bottom-six group of forwards, and more experience overall. Adams brought in forwards Sam Lafferty, Nicolas Aube-Kubel and Ryan McLeod to fill out his third and fourth lines, and while they did take a small hit in terms of their overall talent – moving from … [Read more...] about It’s “Here We Go Again” Time for the Sabres Amidst 13-Year Playoff Drought
The Sabres Report - Sep 8, 2024
Inside the NHL: As new scoreboard rises, Sabres COO Pete Guelli ponders what's next for KeyBank Center
'“The roof and the scoreboard are just Phase I. That’s all. I’ve not even been here six months yet, but we’re in the mode where everything’s on the table,” Guelli said in a chat with The Buffalo News last week. “We want to evaluate the building, listen to fan feedback and strategically determine what’s next. Being candid, we’ve got a big appetite.”' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: As new scoreboard rises, Sabres COO Pete Guelli ponders what’s next for KeyBank Center
The Sabres Report - Sep 7, 2024
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks to face Crunch in lone preseason matchup Sunday, October 6 in Syracuse (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Sep 6, 2024
Camp Preview | Storylines to watch in the crease
'Luukkonen’s breakout season and desire to play in Buffalo culminated in a long-term deal with the Sabres, a contract worth an average annual value of $4.75 million. He is expected to lead the way in goal for Buffalo in 2024-25 after proving what he can do when opportunity knocks.' … [Read more...] about Camp Preview | Storylines to watch in the crease
The Sabres Report - Sep 5, 2024
Sabres announce home jersey schedule, with goatheads making 15 appearances
'Modeled after the primary uniforms the team wore from the arena’s 1996 opening through the 2005-06 season, the black and red design resurfaced as an alternate jersey in 2022 with fanfare off the ice and great success on it. The Sabres are 18-7-2 while wearing the jerseys the last two seasons, scoring five or more goals in 14 of those games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce home jersey schedule, with goatheads making 15 appearances
When you can watch the Sabres in the alternate ‘Goathead’ jersey this season
'The Sabres, of course, enjoyed early success sporting the alternate jersey when they brought it back in 2022-23, registering a gaudy 10-1-1 mark and outscoring their opponents 58-36. Last season, they went 8-6-1.' … [Read more...] about When you can watch the Sabres in the alternate ‘Goathead’ jersey this season
Sabres to wear black, red alternate jerseys 15 times this season
'The Sabres have had good luck wearing the "goathead" jerseys, compiling an 18-7-2 record in the uniform over the last two seasons. The team originally wore the colors from 1996-2006, one of the most successful periods in team history.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to wear black, red alternate jerseys 15 times this season