'So the three-game rookie tournament, which continues Saturday against the New Jersey Devils, offers an anxious Kozak, 21, a much-needed opportunity to rebuild belief in his talents. He excelled in the Prospects Challenge in his first two seasons, so the next few days could buoy him.' … [Read more...] about After injury-plagued season, Sabres still high on prospect Tyson Kozak
The Sabres Report - Sep 14, 2024
Sabres dominate Blue Jackets offensively to open Sabres Prospects Challenge
'Just past the halfway point of the first period, the Sabres got on the board first as Jiri Kulich was able to find a hole through Blue Jackets goaltender Nolan Lalonde. Kulich was able to deposit the puck off an original shot from the point by defenseman Vsevolod Komarov that hit Isak Rosen in front.' … [Read more...] about Sabres dominate Blue Jackets offensively to open Sabres Prospects Challenge
Opinion: Sabres get all-out effort in win over Columbus at Sabres Prospects Challenge
'The score doesn’t say total domination, but just to give you an Idea, I picked Blue Jackets goaltender Nolan Lalonde, the first star of the game. If Lalonde hadn’t stood on his head, the score may have gotten into double figures.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres get all-out effort in win over Columbus at Sabres Prospects Challenge
Tops Markets and the Buffalo Sabres announce a renewed partnership
'The partnership will feature a range of activities, public events, community initiatives, promotions in-store, and free fan experiences, including Sabres Fan Fest on September 14, according to Tops.' … [Read more...] about Tops Markets and the Buffalo Sabres announce a renewed partnership
Kulich leads way with offense, tenacity in Prospects Challenge win
'Kulich was an offensive standout with two goals and an assist in the Sabres’ 3-1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets, their first of three games at the annual Prospects Challenge inside LECOM Harborcenter. He also served as a tone-setter through his work ethic and relentlessness on the forecheck.' … [Read more...] about Kulich leads way with offense, tenacity in Prospects Challenge win
Sabres preseason game vs. Blue Jackets moved to 5 p.m. start
'The Buffalo Sabres’ preseason game versus the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday, Sept. 23 at KeyBank Center has been moved to a 5 p.m. start. The game was previously scheduled for 7 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Sabres preseason game vs. Blue Jackets moved to 5 p.m. start
Tops Friendly Markets named Official Grocer of the Buffalo Sabres
'“We are proud to reignite our partnership with Tops Friendly Markets,” Buffalo Sabres Chief Operating Officer Pete Guelli said. “Our partnership extends far beyond business and it is a collaboration rooted in decades of shared history and community values. Tops is a vital part of Buffalo’s fabric and their unwavering commitment to our city perfectly complements the values of … [Read more...] about Tops Friendly Markets named Official Grocer of the Buffalo Sabres
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Kulich feeling benefits off added strength entering third Sabres camp (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Sep 13, 2024
Jiri Kulich focused on playing more physical as he vies for spot with Sabres
'“Probably be more physical,” Kulich said of his offseason goal. “With my strength coach, we had probably the best workouts this summer. And I was working on the net-front and (other on-ice drills to improve physicality) because I thought I’m just a shooter from the (one-timer) spot,” said Kulich. “I have to do the right things to be more physical, go net-front, don’t be scared … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich focused on playing more physical as he vies for spot with Sabres
Size, skill make Sabres’ Anton Wahlberg intriguing prospect: ‘Maybe a steal’
'“Wahly came in with that size, at that age, it’s something that you can’t teach,” Prospal said following Thursday’s session of rookie camp in LECOM Harborcenter. “You either have it or (you don’t) have it. So that’s the first thing that stood out.”' … [Read more...] about Size, skill make Sabres’ Anton Wahlberg intriguing prospect: ‘Maybe a steal’
Kulich will compete to play in Sabres' top-six
'The 20-year-old was an AHL All-Star last season, scoring 27 goals and 45 points in 57 games with the Rochester Americans. That was coming off a rookie season where he netted 24 goals and 46 points in 62 games. That’s a pace of 35 goals over 82 games..' … [Read more...] about Kulich will compete to play in Sabres’ top-six
Kulich feeling benefits of added strength entering 3rd Sabres camp
'“It’s a process, it takes time,” Prospal said. “It’s very beneficial in my mind for each prospect to start in the American Hockey League because it’s a man’s game, it’s a fast league, it’s a heavy league.”' … [Read more...] about Kulich feeling benefits of added strength entering 3rd Sabres camp
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Prospects Challenge Notebook: Hockey returns to Buffalo (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Sep 12, 2024
Jiri Kulich, Isak Rosen among Sabres who can benefit from Prospects Challenge
'Both can strengthen their cases this week during rookie camp practices and the Sabres’ three games in the Prospects Challenge, beginning Friday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Kulich and Rosen may have been given the weekend off in a normal year because they’ve previously appeared in the showcase and both are important depth pieces for the Sabres, but the unusual … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich, Isak Rosen among Sabres who can benefit from Prospects Challenge
Sabres prospect Jiri Kulich focused on becoming grittier, stronger presence
'“That was a great experience to improve on the other things, especially D-zone and net-front,” Kulich said Wednesday following the first session of rookie camp in LECOM Harborcenter. “Those things help my team to win, not just scoring goals but the other things.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Jiri Kulich focused on becoming grittier, stronger presence