'“We’ve talked so much about being on the same team," Cozens said after Wednesday's game. “I went on All-Star break with him and he just told me how much he’d love to be here and play with us.”' … [Read more...] about The Morning Take: A Trip To Cancun May Have Led Byram to Buffalo
The Sabres Report - Mar 8, 2024
Sabres doubled up in Nashville
'It was an eventful and memorable first period in Nashville for the newest member of the Sabres, defenseman Bowen Byram.' … [Read more...] about Sabres doubled up in Nashville
Buffalo couldn't find a way to win on Byram's first game as a Sabre
'The Sabres played an overtime game in Toronto on Wednesday and didn’t get into their rooms until 4 am Eastern Time. On Thursday despite only having 15 shots, Buffalo only trailed 2-1 and good teams find ways to win that game or get a point, despite fatigue, but it seemed like mental fatigue took over and the Preds got out to a 4-1 lead thanks to a Filip Forsberg hat trick.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo couldn’t find a way to win on Byram’s first game as a Sabre
Forsberg has hat trick, Predators defeat Sabres to push point streak to 10
'“He’s dynamic,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “He’s in the peer group with Dahlin. A year different, a draft year different, has won a Stanley Cup, is a top-five pick. To have him, knowing he’s gone through incredible experiences already in this League, and keep in mind [Byram and Dahlin] around 22 years old with not a lot of life experience yet. Dynamic, and it’s exciting to … [Read more...] about Forsberg has hat trick, Predators defeat Sabres to push point streak to 10
Byram records 2 points in Sabres debut in Nashville
' “… I just decided I wanted to get out here and be with the guys and try to get in the first game,” Byram said. “So, it was pretty easy once I started feeling better yesterday to try to get to Nashville and play.”' … [Read more...] about Byram records 2 points in Sabres debut in Nashville
The Sabres Report - Mar 7, 2024
Thursday's Nashville Coverage
Predators and Sabres square off for out-of-conference matchup (AP) Game Day: Sabres vs. Preds, March 7 (NashvillePredators.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Nashville Coverage
Observations: Unusual Sabres game day includes blockbuster deal, loss in OT
'This was one of the most boring chapters of the Sabres-Maple Leafs rivalry in recent years.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Unusual Sabres game day includes blockbuster deal, loss in OT
Sabres' addition of Bowen Byram raises questions about future of defense
'Byram’s eventual price tag could impact the team’s negotiations with Henri Jokiharju, who is currently on the top pair next to Dahlin and reaches restricted free agency this summer. If the Sabres are able to retain Jokiharju – likely on a short-term, bridge contract – their blue line next season could include him, Byram, Dahlin, Power, Samuelsson, Connor Clifton and Ryan … [Read more...] about Sabres’ addition of Bowen Byram raises questions about future of defense
Mike Harrington: The Casey Mittelstadt trade is Kevyn Adams' first move for next season
'Moving Mittelstadt is a tough thing both on the ice and in the dressing room. The Sabres’ No. 1 pick in 2017 had developed into a bull down low and along the wall, even if he should have been shooting to score more and not had such a preference for passing. It was going to cost at least $6 million to keep him on a long-term deal, maybe north of $7 million. You simply can’t pay … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The Casey Mittelstadt trade is Kevyn Adams’ first move for next season
Sabres sad, surprised Casey Mittelstadt traded, excited for Bowen Byram
'But Mittelstadt, who participated in the Sabres’ optional skate prior to Wednesday’s game at Scotiabank Arena, likely priced himself out of Buffalo. As a restricted free agent following the season, he might command a hefty contract worth more than $6 million a season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sad, surprised Casey Mittelstadt traded, excited for Bowen Byram
Erik Johnson set to join list of notable veterans traded by Sabres
'“His wealth of experience at this level and … he’s had lots and lots of challenges in his career and lots of learning experiences,” he said. “For him to be able to share them with our players in situations, whether it be five-on-five or penalty kill. I’ve pointed out on the penalty kill he’s really helped the group’s confidence grow.' … [Read more...] about Erik Johnson set to join list of notable veterans traded by Sabres
Sabres deal former No. 8 overall pick Mittelstadt to Avalanche for former No. 4 overall pick Byram
'Mittelstadt, 25, is set to become a restricted free agent at season’s end and has 14 goals and 33 assists in 62 games during his seventh NHL season. The former Buffalo forward has recorded 62 goals and 124 assists in 339 career games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres deal former No. 8 overall pick Mittelstadt to Avalanche for former No. 4 overall pick Byram
Thursday's Toronto Coverage
Samsonov's swagger on display as Leafs outlast Sabres in OT (Toronto Sun) Maple Leafs goalie Ilya Samsonov took a beating the last time he faced Buffalo. This night was different (Toronto Star) Maple Leafs win a more subdued match against Buffalo Sabres by 2-1 in OT (Toronto Globe and Mail) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Toronto Coverage
Thursday's Colorado Coverage
Avalanche trades Bo Byram to Sabres for center Casey Mittelstadt in big roster shakeup (Denver Post) Ex-Avalanche defenseman Bo Byram on trade to Buffalo: “It’s obviously a shock” (Denver Post) Avalanche analysis: Colorado better after two big trades, but play for another Stanley Cup comes at significant cost (Denver Post) Avalanche trade Bowen Byram to Sabres for Casey … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Colorado Coverage
Matthews scores NHL-leading 54th goal, Samsonov shines as Leafs down Sabres 2-1 in OT
'The Sabres, who beat Toronto at Scotiabank Arena on Nov. 4 and thumped the Leafs at home Dec. 21 when Samsonov allowed five goals on 19 shots before getting the hook, are nine points adrift of the Eastern Conference's second wild-card spot.' … [Read more...] about Matthews scores NHL-leading 54th goal, Samsonov shines as Leafs down Sabres 2-1 in OT