'The issues that plagued the Sabres all season reared their ugly head during their must-win games in the final weeks, though. They had too many bad first periods, not enough power-play goals and never looked like the offensive juggernaut that ranked third in the NHL in goals scored while compiling 91 standings points in 2022-23.' … [Read more...] about GM Kevyn Adams has his sights set on an experienced coach to lead the Sabres
The Sabres Report - Apr 17, 2024
Mike Harrington: The drought was too long for Don Granato to survive. Pegula, Adams had no choice
'This firing seems a little different though. There is utter desperation within this organization to break this 13-year playoff drought that is unmatched in NHL annals and a civic embarrassment of the highest order.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The drought was too long for Don Granato to survive. Pegula, Adams had no choice
Buffalo Sabres coach Don Granato fired after NHL playoff drought reaches 13 seasons
'Granato took over the Sabres in 2021 after serving as the interim coach. He was tasked to rebuild a struggling organization as the team’s sixth coach since 2013. He still had two years left on his contract.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres coach Don Granato fired after NHL playoff drought reaches 13 seasons
Kevyn Adams press conference: What Buffalo Sabres GM said after firing coach Don Granato
'“We just flat out weren’t good enough this year. We underperformed,” Adams said.' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams press conference: What Buffalo Sabres GM said after firing coach Don Granato
Sabres fire coach Don Granato after disappointing season
'The affable Granato, who was popular with his players, signed a contract extension prior to last season that was to kick in next year. He took over the Sabres as interim coach during an 18-game losing streak in 2020-21 and was named permanent coach following the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fire coach Don Granato after disappointing season
After firing coach Don Granato, Sabres GM Kevyn Adams begins search for experienced replacement
'But GMs usually get one chance to let go of their hand-picked coach. Adams’ next hire must get the Sabres to the playoffs, or more drastic moves will likely be coming.' … [Read more...] about After firing coach Don Granato, Sabres GM Kevyn Adams begins search for experienced replacement
Sabres fire HC Granato as playoff drought extends to 13 seasons
'“I can tell you, there’s no doubt in my mind that our locker room, our team, our organization, is in a better place today than we were three and a half years ago when Donny took over as head coach, and I’m very appreciative of that,” said Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams from KeyBank Center on Tuesday. “As far as our team, I’m sure you’ll get deeper, more definitive answers … [Read more...] about Sabres fire HC Granato as playoff drought extends to 13 seasons
Two ex-Peoria Rivermen coaches fired by Buffalo Sabres as head coach, assistant of NHL team
'That journey ended -- for now -- when the Sabres fired head coach Granato and assistant coach Christie on Tuesday, along with video coordinator Matt Smith.' … [Read more...] about Two ex-Peoria Rivermen coaches fired by Buffalo Sabres as head coach, assistant of NHL team
Buffalo Sabres fire coach Don Granato after team's playoff drought hits 13 seasons
'The Sabres signed defensemen Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power to eight-year and seven-year extensions, respectively, in the offseason and made only minor additions, signing free agent defensemen Connor Clifton and Erik Johnson.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fire coach Don Granato after team’s playoff drought hits 13 seasons
Buffalo Sabres fire head coach Don Granato after extending playoff drought to 13th season
'Expressing his frustration and impatience, Adams launched what now stands as the team’s eighth coaching search in 12 years by targeting someone with NHL experience to inspire a young but underperforming team that extended the franchise’s league-record playoff drought to a 13th season.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fire head coach Don Granato after extending playoff drought to 13th season
Buffalo Sabres Fire Coach Don Granato As Playoff Drought Hits 13 Years
'As the longest playoff drought among North America’s major pro sports extended to 13 seasons, someone had to be held accountable.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Fire Coach Don Granato As Playoff Drought Hits 13 Years
Sabres fire Don Granato: Buffalo makes coaching change after missing playoffs for 13th consecutive season
'Granato, 56, still had two seasons remaining on his current contract.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fire Don Granato: Buffalo makes coaching change after missing playoffs for 13th consecutive season
Buffalo Sabres Fire Coach Don Granato: Three Potential Replacements
'Berube, Evason and Gerard Gallant are three names that make a lot of sense with their similar styles.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Fire Coach Don Granato: Three Potential Replacements
Sabres fire head coach Don Granato
'Sabres owner Terry Pegula was in town at the time the Buffalo Bills traded Stefon Diggs nearly two weeks ago, and attended two Sabres games during that time. I’m sure there were some discussions on the direction of this team while he was here, and I can’t imagine he was happy with what he saw this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fire head coach Don Granato
Adams knows exactly what type of coach he wants behind Sabres' bench
'"This was my decision," said Adams on Tuesday, making it crystal clear on who made the coaching decision. "I certainly talk to people that I’m close with and that I work with, and I’ve spent a lot of time recently talking to [owner] Terry Pegula, but this was my decision. I felt this is what I needed to do to take the next step."' … [Read more...] about Adams knows exactly what type of coach he wants behind Sabres’ bench