'What should give him more confidence is that he played in all situations. Cozens and Power were both on the No. 1 power play and Cozens netted four goals. He added two shorthanded goals which meant he only had three 5-on-5. Cozens will face better faceoff men in the NHL, but he did do well in this tournament winning 51.9% of his faceoffs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Power and Cozens thrived at the World Championship
The Sabres Report - May 27, 2024
The Sabres Report - May 26, 2024
Sabres roundtable: Charting a course for another eventful offseason
'Third-line center. The Sabres are set in their top six with Tage Thompson and Dylan Cozens, but they need to find a replacement for Casey Mittelstadt. Peyton Krebs has 20 goals and 66 points in 215 NHL games. The 23-year-old had one goal in his last 40 games of the season. It’s too soon to give up on Krebs. He has the skill, competitiveness and intensity that the club needs in … [Read more...] about Sabres roundtable: Charting a course for another eventful offseason
The Sabres Report - May 25, 2024
Can Sabres count on Zach Benson to take leap in second NHL season?
'Year 2 will bring different challenges for Benson. He’ll have a new coach, Lindy Ruff, who will enjoy Benson’s relentless approach on the forecheck and around the opponent’s net. The Sabres have given Benson a comprehensive plan to follow on and off the ice to improve in specific areas that will help him next season. He’ll stay with a relative near Vancouver so he’s in close … [Read more...] about Can Sabres count on Zach Benson to take leap in second NHL season?
The Sabres Report - May 24, 2024
It was Rasmus Dahlin's turn to shine has he led Sweden into the semi-finals of the World Championship
'On Thursday it wasn’t Dylan Cozens coming through in the semi-finals of the Word Championship, it was Rasmus Dahlin scoring a goal and an assist to lead Sweden to a 2-1 overtime win over Finland.' … [Read more...] about It was Rasmus Dahlin’s turn to shine has he led Sweden into the semi-finals of the World Championship
The Sabres Report - May 23, 2024
Sabres' Dylan Cozens among Canada's top players at world championships
'“I think this is the most motivated I’ve ever been,” Cozens told reporters in April. “I think all of us feel that way. We all know we can be better. We all know we need to be better. And I think every guy in here will be better. And there’s a lot of guys I think that didn’t quite have the season they wanted to, so you know, we all just got to be hungry, hungry for more, and … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dylan Cozens among Canada’s top players at world championships
Sabres prospect Noah Ostlund’s hockey sense stands out with Rochester: ‘Basically blows your mind’
'Ostlund joined the AHL team in April and played just five total games. Having spent his entire career in Sweden, he hasn’t developed that side of his game. He must pack on muscle, learn to play a grittier game and adapt to having less time and space on the smaller North American ice surface.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Noah Ostlund’s hockey sense stands out with Rochester: ‘Basically blows your mind’
The Sabres Report - May 22, 2024
Which proven players should the Sabres add to bolster their bottom six?
'The Sabres have $23.218 million to spend, according to CapFriendly.com, and one of Adams’ priorities is to use some of that money to change the bottom half of his depth chart at wing and center. Ruff will have a voice in the meetings to decide how Buffalo can improve its lineup.' … [Read more...] about Which proven players should the Sabres add to bolster their bottom six?
Dylan Cozens nets overtime winner to give Canada win over Czechia
'Cozens has goals in six-consecutive games, scoring eight in total. Those eight goals makes him the goal scoring leader of the tournament, one better than Brady Tkachuk (Ottawa Senators) of the United States.' … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens nets overtime winner to give Canada win over Czechia
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
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The Sabres Report - May 21, 2024
How can Lindy Ruff and Seth Appert fix the Sabres' struggling power play?
'“We tried a lot things,” defenseman Rasmus Dahlin said after Granato was fired last month. “I mean, we tried everything, I would say. So, we need a fresh start. We need to start over. We need a new mentality on the power play, for sure.”' … [Read more...] about How can Lindy Ruff and Seth Appert fix the Sabres’ struggling power play?
Sabres’ Dylan Cozens thriving for Team Canada at World Championship
'So far, Cozens, 23, has rebounded well, enjoying a terrific stretch for the Canadians. Through six games, he’s tied for the tournament lead in goals. His eight points rank ninth.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dylan Cozens thriving for Team Canada at World Championship
Jiri Kulich learned some valuable lessons this season in Rochester
'Between March 15 and the end of the season, Kulich had 10 goals in 15 games, but before that, he only had one goal in 19 games.' … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich learned some valuable lessons this season in Rochester
The Sabres Report - May 20, 2024
Cozens is the star for Team Canada once again
'Cozens has goals in five consecutive games and is leading the tournament with six. JJ Peterka is fourth, scoring five goals for Germany. Cozens and Peterka are tied for eighth in overall scoring with eight points each. Cozens has played 23 games for Canada in assorted tournaments and has scored 19 goals.' … [Read more...] about Cozens is the star for Team Canada once again
The Sabres Report - May 19, 2024
Devon Levi among the Sabres prospects to thrive in Rochester this season
'The time in Rochester helped Levi improve and showed that he’s already an outstanding goalie against American Hockey League competition. He went 16-6-4 during the regular season with the Amerks, posting a .927 save percentage and 2.42 goals-against average in 26 appearances.' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi among the Sabres prospects to thrive in Rochester this season
Inside the NHL: Avalanche move into contract mode with Casey Mittelstadt after his first career playoff run
'Colorado has big cap issues in play because of the uncertain status of winger Val Nichuskin (re-entered into the NHL Player Assistance program) and captain Gabriel Landeskog (out since 2022 final with a knee injury). It will be interesting to see what kind of multiyear deal the Avs settle on with Mittelstadt.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Avalanche move into contract mode with Casey Mittelstadt after his first career playoff run