'“To get to do it with this team and where we’re at, or where I am in my career and what we are capable of and what we can do, just to be a part of that, it’s special,” he said.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin excited about captaincy, Sabres’ future: ‘Something really good’
The Sabres Report - Sep 28, 2024
EHC opens sports temple: Great spectacle at the garden party
'It glittered, sparkled and shone at the opening spectacle in the new Munich sports temple - and that was also due to the many glittering, sparkling and shining eyes. "I am totally blown away," said FC Bayern honorary president Uli Hoeneß , one of the fathers of this major project, when he saw the finished gem.' … [Read more...] about EHC opens sports temple: Great spectacle at the garden party
Opinion: The Sabres NHL team closes out the preseason with a 5-0 win
'The Sabres played inferior competition in the three games, but they can’t help that, they can only help how they play and in almost every game, they played very hard. In Friday’s game against EHC Red Bull Munchen, the Sabres pressured the whole game causing numerous turnovers and won 5-0.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Sabres NHL team closes out the preseason with a 5-0 win
JJ Peterka among 5 different goal scorers as Buffalo Sabres top EHC Red Bull in NHL Global Series
'This game was a preseason exhibition ahead of next week's regular-season opener.' … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka among 5 different goal scorers as Buffalo Sabres top EHC Red Bull in NHL Global Series
Sabres blank EHC Red Bull Munchen in NHL Global Series Challenge Germany
'Tage Thompson had a goal and an assist, and Sam Lafferty, Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn also scored for Buffalo. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made eight saves in 31:32 before he was replaced by Devon Levi, who made four saves.' … [Read more...] about Sabres blank EHC Red Bull Munchen in NHL Global Series Challenge Germany
Peterka's pride shows through as Sabres win Global Series Challenge game in hometown of Munich
'"It was way better than I expected," Peterka said. "I was a little nervous before the day. That didn't happen in a long time. Just super excited for the day and it just got better and better."' … [Read more...] about Peterka’s pride shows through as Sabres win Global Series Challenge game in hometown of Munich
Sabres wear lederhosen for arrival at Global Challenge game
'“I was actually happy and proud [to see them wearing it], just that they like the Bavarian culture so much," Peterka said. "They're so excited to see the Oktoberfest and see the culture in Germany. Just a super cool moment to see them in Munich.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres wear lederhosen for arrival at Global Challenge game
Dahlin humbled to be named Sabres captain ahead of Global Series Challenge Germany
'"It's an honor," Dahlin said Friday after the Sabres morning skate at SAP Garden. "It's probably the proudest moment of my life. It means a lot to me. It's a big responsibility but I am ready for it, super excited. To do it with the team we have right now and where we're going, I feel like I can be a part of something big."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin humbled to be named Sabres captain ahead of Global Series Challenge Germany
'It just got better and better' | Peterka's journey comes full circle in memorable homecoming win
'JJ Peterka’s homecoming week ended memorably on Friday. He scored a goal and was named the first star of the Buffalo Sabres’ 5-0 exhibition win over Red Bull Munich, the team he played for professionally prior to leaving for North America at 19 years old in 2021.' … [Read more...] about ‘It just got better and better’ | Peterka’s journey comes full circle in memorable homecoming win
Dahlin on captaincy: 'My proudest moment as a hockey player'
'I’d say I got emotional pretty quick. It’s probably my proudest moment as a hockey player. It means a lot. It’s a big responsibility, but I’m ready for it. I’m more than happy."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin on captaincy: ‘My proudest moment as a hockey player’
Q&A | Jochen Hecht talks Ruff's return, hockey in Germany and more
'Probably the defensive part of the guys that I went on the ice with. I was playing more of a defensive role so they can be creative upfront. I was a penalty killer. Sometimes I had a chance to play a power play, but I think me knowing how to play the game made me defensively very reliable.' … [Read more...] about Q&A | Jochen Hecht talks Ruff’s return, hockey in Germany and more
The Sabres Report - Sep 27, 2024
Rasmus Dahlin named captain of the Buffalo Sabres for 2024-25
'“Probably his hunger for success,” Ruff said of what he’s learned about Dahlin as a person. “The fact that he wants this team to be a winner. He wants to be part of this team. I think sometimes it’s easy to say, ‘Well, I don’t want to be part of it anymore.’ He wants this group to be successful, and he wants to be the guy who helps lead.”' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin named captain of the Buffalo Sabres for 2024-25
From Amerks boss to Sabres assistant, Seth Appert fosters trust and hard truths with players
'“I’m going to be hard on them again,” a smiling Appert said last week during a break in camp. “They know my goal is to make them elite NHL players and help us win.”' … [Read more...] about From Amerks boss to Sabres assistant, Seth Appert fosters trust and hard truths with players
Sabres name Rasmus Dahlin captain
'The Swede is more than just one of the NHL’s most dynamic defensemen. He possesses a work ethic his coaches and teammates laud and pays a price to try to win. As he has grown more comfortable over the years, he has become the team’s most passionate voice, demanding more of himself and his teammates. His actions back up his strong words.' … [Read more...] about Sabres name Rasmus Dahlin captain
Sabres introduce Dahlin as captain, name four alternates
'In addition to Dahlin being named captain, the Sabres introduced four alternate captains: forwards Alex Tuch, Tage Thompson, Dylan Cozens, and defenseman Mattias Samuelsson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres introduce Dahlin as captain, name four alternates