'In the final game of the tournament in Downtown Buffalo, the Pittsburgh Penguins got the upper-hand of the Sabres in a contest that featured 13 total goals between the two teams.' … [Read more...] about Penguins down Sabres in high-scoring affair to close out Sabres Prospects Challenge
The Sabres Report - Sep 17, 2024
Kulich shines at the Prospects Challenge
'Jiri Kulich was expected to dominate this tournament and he did just that, scoring five goals and two assists for seven points. I didn’t think Isak Rosen was as dominating as he should’ve been, but he did have five assists in three games.' … [Read more...] about Kulich shines at the Prospects Challenge
Sabres season preview: Ruff returns, aims to help end playoff drought
'Ruff and the coaching staff must overhaul an offense that averaged 2.98 goals per game (23rd), down from 3.57 (third) in 2022-23. They were tied for 28th on the power play (16.6 percent), and their 37 power-play goals were 30th. That means better production from forwards Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch and Dylan Cozens, especially after the Sabres bought out the final three seasons … [Read more...] about Sabres season preview: Ruff returns, aims to help end playoff drought
Rosen, Kulich look to carry momentum from Prospects Challenge finale into camp
'“The third game was my best game,” Rosen said. “I think I did better in the decision-making with the puck. I think in the first two I was little bit lazy in making plays that I don’t want to do. It’s the first three games of the season and I wanted to get into it, and I think I did.”' … [Read more...] about Rosen, Kulich look to carry momentum from Prospects Challenge finale into camp
The Sabres Report - Sep 16, 2024
Adams: There's still time to sign Peyton Krebs
'"We’ll see how the next couple of days go, and I’d like to give it a few more days before I address it," said Adams on WGR. "But these things take time sometimes. It’s a process but, we’ll see where we are in 48 hours."' … [Read more...] about Adams: There’s still time to sign Peyton Krebs
The Sabres Report - Sep 15, 2024
Observations: Jiri Kulich scores his third goal of Prospects Challenge in Sabres' loss
'The Sabres outshot the Devils, 35-16, and controlled play for most of their matchup in the Prospects Challenge, but New Jersey added a pair of empty-net goals following Kulich's miss as the Devils pulled away for a 5-2 win.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Jiri Kulich scores his third goal of Prospects Challenge in Sabres’ loss
Jack Quinn ready to 'prove people wrong' after injuries cut Year 2 with Sabres short
'“The days can be boring and hard,” Quinn recalled during a recent one-on-one conversation with The Buffalo News at KeyBank Center. “The honest answer is that you don’t have a choice. My job is what I love to do, and I have to get better, so all feelings are out of it. I’m going to do anything I can to not be injured because that feeling of being injured and not being out there … [Read more...] about Jack Quinn ready to ‘prove people wrong’ after injuries cut Year 2 with Sabres short
Inside the NHL: Hurricanes unveil development plan around arena, a trend that intrigues Sabres
'Alumni Plaza has been untouched for a more than a decade, since the French Connection statue was unveiled in 2012. Where’s the statues for Dominik Hasek and Rick Jeanneret? The fire-ravaged Cobblestone district should be developed. The DL&W Railway Station behind the arena has felt like a missed opportunity since the building opened in 1996. Now, developer Douglas Jemal has … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Hurricanes unveil development plan around arena, a trend that intrigues Sabres
Prospect Olivier Nadeau impressing Sabres after demotion to ECHL
'“Just working and, yeah, be physical, get on the puck in the O-zone,” Nadeau said following the game in LECOM Harborcenter. “I think that’s by bread and butter, just be in front of the net, and, yeah, it’s been two great games for me.”' … [Read more...] about Prospect Olivier Nadeau impressing Sabres after demotion to ECHL
Sabres come up short to Devils at Sabres Prospects Challenge
'After a dominating win on Friday night in their opening game of the Sabres Prospects Challenge, the Buffalo Sabres, once again, showed a strong offensive showing on Saturday night against the New Jersey Devils at Harborcenter. However, the solid effort comes up just short in a 5-2 loss in Game 2 of the tournament in Downtown Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres come up short to Devils at Sabres Prospects Challenge
Tullio embracing opportunity with Sabres following offseason trade
'“At the end of the day, I’m really happy to be here,” Tullio said. “It’s a new start for myself ... I’m looking to really get my foot in the door here and I really feel like this is a place where I can kickstart my career."' … [Read more...] about Tullio embracing opportunity with Sabres following offseason trade
The Sabres Report - Sep 14, 2024
Tyler Tullio, a forgotten player in the Matt Savoie trade, excited about reset with Sabres
'"I honestly think this is a better position for me than it was in Edmonton," said Tullio, a 2020 fifth-round draft pick. "Obviously the Oilers are looking to win the Cup every year now and here is a place they’re looking to develop guys and uplift their careers. I think if I have a really good camp that I can show the staff and management that I’m a real player. ... I just … [Read more...] about Tyler Tullio, a forgotten player in the Matt Savoie trade, excited about reset with Sabres
Mike Harrington: Big picks from Sabres' big deals looking to make their impact
'We’re not there yet, but they are going to be approaching the point of diminishing returns in the AHL soon and they will need to be challenged in the NHL. Kulich and Rosen got eight games combined with Buffalo last season, posting nary a point. That needs to change. Especially for Kulich, who looks closest to the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Big picks from Sabres’ big deals looking to make their impact
After injury-plagued season, Sabres still high on prospect Tyson Kozak
'So the three-game rookie tournament, which continues Saturday against the New Jersey Devils, offers an anxious Kozak, 21, a much-needed opportunity to rebuild belief in his talents. He excelled in the Prospects Challenge in his first two seasons, so the next few days could buoy him.' … [Read more...] about After injury-plagued season, Sabres still high on prospect Tyson Kozak
Sabres dominate Blue Jackets offensively to open Sabres Prospects Challenge
'Just past the halfway point of the first period, the Sabres got on the board first as Jiri Kulich was able to find a hole through Blue Jackets goaltender Nolan Lalonde. Kulich was able to deposit the puck off an original shot from the point by defenseman Vsevolod Komarov that hit Isak Rosen in front.' … [Read more...] about Sabres dominate Blue Jackets offensively to open Sabres Prospects Challenge