'This game wasn’t all bad until the team quit for the final 4:42 giving up three easy goals to the Oilers and hanging Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen out to dry.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres playoff hopes take a huge hit in a loss to Edmonton
The Sabres Report - Mar 22, 2024
Granato looking for consistency, simplicity from Sabres in final 12 games
'"We play a great game in Seattle and completely control that game for large chunks of it, but we control the momentum the whole night. Then the very next night, you've got to go into Vancouver, you have intermittent good, but obviously when you're playing a very good team, they took charge better than we did. We need more consistency. You know, obviously, that's the push. … [Read more...] about Granato looking for consistency, simplicity from Sabres in final 12 games
Hyman scores 2 more, Oilers surge past Sabres
'J.J. Peterka scored twice, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 33 saves for the Sabres (33-33-5), who have lost three of four, all on the road.' … [Read more...] about Hyman scores 2 more, Oilers surge past Sabres
Sabres build early lead but fall in road matchup with Oilers
'“We made mistakes in the third period that we haven’t made in quite some time, and it was in a couple of areas,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “Our forwards did not support our defensemen with gaps and (Edmonton shot) some pucks to the net from the point where we turned pucks over in our own zone. A couple areas that have been really uncharacteristic for us, especially in the … [Read more...] about Sabres build early lead but fall in road matchup with Oilers
The Sabres Report - Mar 21, 2024
New Bills and Sabres COO Pete Guelli has plenty on his to-do list
'The Sabres are also undertaking renovations to the KeyBank Center but more will be necessary in the coming years. The team will eventually need to address the seating bowl and building structure in the 28-year-old arena owned by Erie County but run by the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about New Bills and Sabres COO Pete Guelli has plenty on his to-do list
Despite scoring slump, Sabres prospect Jiri Kulich playing some of best hockey of career in Rochester
'“We knew he was going to be a potential detriment coming back to us,” Amerks coach Seth Appert said following Tuesday’s practice in Blue Cross Arena. “But it was something that he needed to do for his country. Those are special experiences."' … [Read more...] about Despite scoring slump, Sabres prospect Jiri Kulich playing some of best hockey of career in Rochester
Pete Guelli set to tackle Bills PSLs, revitalizing Sabres arena experience as new COO
'Pegula has made renovations to the KeyBank Center in the past and is set to do so again, but more will be needed for the 28-year-old building owned by Erie County.' … [Read more...] about Pete Guelli set to tackle Bills PSLs, revitalizing Sabres arena experience as new COO
Thursday's Edmonton Coverage
Oilers host the Sabres after overtime victory (AP) Preview: Oilers vs. Sabres (EdmontonOilers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Edmonton Coverage
The Moj: Intelligence, lack of ego have Chilliwack’s Benson in the NHL at 18
'“He’s had an incredible season. He made our team because he’s a very intelligent player – specifically without the puck. There are a lot of things that you would have to send a player back to junior or to the American Hockey League to learn (such as) playing without the puck, positioning without the puck, ability to compliment linemates, high compete and the ability to deal … [Read more...] about The Moj: Intelligence, lack of ego have Chilliwack’s Benson in the NHL at 18
Bowen Byram 'Going To Be a Big, Big Part' of Buffalo Sabres' Future
'Coach Don Granato hasn't shied away from throwing Byram into the deep end. His ice time is up by more than four minutes a game as he plays the power play, the penalty kill and on the team's top defense pairing with Rasmus Dahlin, who has seamlessly shifted over to the right side.' … [Read more...] about Bowen Byram ‘Going To Be a Big, Big Part’ of Buffalo Sabres’ Future
New Bills, Sabres COO Pete Guelli introduced on Wednesday
'"I can’t wait to get to work on the Sabres. I really think the potential there is incredible," Guelli said of the hockey team. "I spent 10 years working in an arena model in Charlotte, and I know exactly how it needs to operate. Those buildings are community assets. They’re the staples of the city, and they’re the catalyst for growth if they’re handled the right way."' … [Read more...] about New Bills, Sabres COO Pete Guelli introduced on Wednesday
Hamilton Take 2: Sabres struggle to pick up 'loser points'
'Buffalo only has five loser points this season, while two of the teams ahead of them are with the league leaders. The New York Islanders are two points ahead of the Sabres, but they have 15 loser points. The Washington Capitals have nine loser points and lead the Sabres by four points.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Sabres struggle to pick up ‘loser points’
Pete Guelli returns to Rochester area as chief operating officer of Bills, Sabres
'Guelli is coming aboard at a busy time for both teams on the business side. The Bills continue work on their new stadium, set to open in 2026, and the Sabres are going to be making some upgrades to their arena too.' … [Read more...] about Pete Guelli returns to Rochester area as chief operating officer of Bills, Sabres
Prospects Pipeline | Amerks continue Calder Cup Playoff push
'“I think that teams that play for each other, they stand up for each other,” Appert told reporters on Monday. “Teams that play for each other, they block shots for each other, they take hits to make plays for each other. And those things are things we preach all year, but they have to earn that together. And now we’re starting to get to that point that you start to feel … [Read more...] about Prospects Pipeline | Amerks continue Calder Cup Playoff push
Guelli focused on enhancing KeyBank Center experience as incoming Sabres COO
'“I can’t wait to get to work on the Sabres,” Guelli said. “The potential there, I think, is incredible. I spent 10 years working in an arena model down in Charlotte and I know exactly how it needs to operate. Those buildings are community assets, they’re the staples of the city, and they’re the catalyst for growth in markets if they’re handled the right way.”' … [Read more...] about Guelli focused on enhancing KeyBank Center experience as incoming Sabres COO