'Forton will oversee the amateur and pro scouting departments in his new role, joining assistant GM Mark Jakubowski and associate GM Jason Karamanos working under GM Kevyn Adams in Buffalo’s hockey operations department.' … [Read more...] about Sabres promote WNY’er Jerry Forton to assistant GM
The Sabres Report - Jun 12, 2024
Sabres promote Jerry Forton to assistant General Manager
'Forton also was an amateur scout for the team during the 2014-15 season and filled in as an assistant coach during the 2013-14 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres promote Jerry Forton to assistant General Manager
Sabres promote Forton to assistant GM; hire Bergeron as amateur scout
'“I am thrilled to announce that Jerry Forton has been promoted to assistant general manager,” general manager Kevyn Adams said. “His steady commitment to the Sabres organization and exemplary work ethic have played a pivotal role in the success of our staff over the years. I know that the ongoing positive influence he will undoubtedly exert in his new role will continue to … [Read more...] about Sabres promote Forton to assistant GM; hire Bergeron as amateur scout
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Leone bringing a ‘person first, player second’ mentality to Amerks (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jun 11, 2024
Ex-Sabres scout's star pupil in Norway an option for Buffalo in the first round
'Defenseman Stian Solberg, ranked by NHL Central Scouting as the No. 20 European skater in the class, flourished this season while coached by Andersson on Valerenga, a Norwegian professional team.' … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabres scout’s star pupil in Norway an option for Buffalo in the first round
Amerks coach Michael Leone eager to begin working with Sabres' prospects
'“It’s an exciting time for the organization looking at the prospects,” Leone said. “Obviously, being in hockey, you watch the draft and the players, and knowing some of the players just from my time at the national program and seeing them at international events. But going back to the relationship with the players, I think it’s really important now, especially all the young … [Read more...] about Amerks coach Michael Leone eager to begin working with Sabres’ prospects
Jon Cooper, other NHL coaches helped Rochester Amerks’ Mike Leone grow: ‘People I lean on’
'For example, in watching the affable Cooper, who has won two Stanley Cups, Leone said he learned how to build relationships with players and approach tough conversations. “Him coming into the room of just caring about you as a person,” Leone said.' … [Read more...] about Jon Cooper, other NHL coaches helped Rochester Amerks’ Mike Leone grow: ‘People I lean on’
Amerks introduce Mike Leone as new head coach
'Karmanos says they were looking for somebody that had the ability to build relationships, and continue building on the winning culture in place in Rochester for the players to develop in.' … [Read more...] about Amerks introduce Mike Leone as new head coach
Marek: Sabres know 'this drought has to end'
'"I think everybody in the organization understands if there's not playoffs next year for the Buffalo Sabres, it's going to be ugly. It's going to be a bloodletting, and a lot of people are going to be loading up the fax machine with pink paper. I think everybody understands that with the Buffalo Sabres organization. There is so much riding on next season, so many careers, so … [Read more...] about Marek: Sabres know ‘this drought has to end’
'An exciting time for the organization' | Buffalo's talented prospects drew Leone to Amerks head coaching opportunity
'“Proud to see so many people really interested in this job,” Karmanos said during Leone’s introductory press conference on Monday. “We took a wide lens to the process. We didn’t pigeonhole ourselves into thinking that the next coach of the Amerks had to be someone with a certain background. Couldn’t be more excited about the person that we’re bringing in.”' … [Read more...] about ‘An exciting time for the organization’ | Buffalo’s talented prospects drew Leone to Amerks head coaching opportunity
The Sabres Report - Jun 10, 2024
Mike Harrington: Max Plante hopes to follow the NHL road his father traveled
'“This was the favorite place to play for my dad,” Max Plante said of Buffalo. “Unfortunately, he got traded and then beat them in the Stanley Cup Final with Dallas, but he loved it here. It was kind of his starting ground in the NHL.”' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Max Plante hopes to follow the NHL road his father traveled
Another NHL Scouting Combine wraps up in downtown Buffalo
'The Buffalo Sabres, with eight total picks, will start their night at the 2024 NHL Entry Draft in Las Vegas later this month with the 11th overall selection. Buffalo could certainly decide to trade its first-round pick or stick with the more traditional approach and seek out another top-rated prospect. In that case, Canadian junior hockey center for the Spokane Chiefs of the … [Read more...] about Another NHL Scouting Combine wraps up in downtown Buffalo
The Sabres Report - Jun 9, 2024
Sabres GM for a Day: Patrick Kane headlines series of bold offseason moves
'Luukkonen’s agent, Markus Lehto, likely will use Thatcher Demko’s most recent contract with the Vancouver Canucks as a comparable. Demko signed a five-year, $25 million contract in March 2021. The Sabres may not want to give Luukkonen a longer-term deal though since they still have Devon Levi, who will be a restricted free agent next summer. To compromise, we’ll give Luukkonen … [Read more...] about Sabres GM for a Day: Patrick Kane headlines series of bold offseason moves
Buffalo Sabres have plenty to ask fans in post-season survey
'The approximately 10-minute survey, with an option to stay on to provide even more information, is intended to provide the team with a better understanding of the fan experience at the downtown arena on many levels. It covers subjects such as concessions and retail offerings, the importance of theme nights, promotions and giveaways, energy in the building, the identity of the … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres have plenty to ask fans in post-season survey
NHL Draft: Rochester Amerks coach Michael Leone made impact on prospect Artyom Levshunov
'“He helped me a lot, actually, when I came (the) first time to America, yeah,” the prospect said Saturday following fitness testing in LECOM Harborcenter. “I mean, it was everything new to me. I came to a new country and I didn’t speak a lot of English, I didn’t speak very much. But still I think he helped me on the ice. He helped me outside the ice, and we’re still in … [Read more...] about NHL Draft: Rochester Amerks coach Michael Leone made impact on prospect Artyom Levshunov