'According to the 2023 NHL valuation rankings, Sportico lists the Sabres at 30th overall in the league for overall franchise value at $900 million, up $265 million from last year and $300 million from 2021.' … [Read more...] about Report: Buffalo Sabres yearly team value increases despite seeing a drop in league valuation ranking
The Sabres Report - Nov 10, 2023
Practice Report | Samuelsson, Comrie feeling good in return to practice
'“It just kind of happened, I guess. It was a weird, little play,” Comrie said. “I mean, the day before the game, I had a jump test and it was my best jump ever. So, I was pretty proud of where my body was and the fitness was. So, it wasn't like I was in a low spot or anything like that. I was in a good spot, so I was excited to be playing that game and I was ready to go. And … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Samuelsson, Comrie feeling good in return to practice
The Sabres Report - Nov 9, 2023
Five days after fight, Buffalo Sabres center Dylan Cozens returns to practice with full face-shield
'“The situation probably didn’t call for (engaging in a fight) there,” Cozens said. “I let my frustrations get the best of me. I went after him, and it escalated a lot quicker than I prepared myself for and I need to know who I’m going up against and be a little smarter next time for sure. It’s definitely unneeded at the end of the game like that. I learned my lesson, and (it) … [Read more...] about Five days after fight, Buffalo Sabres center Dylan Cozens returns to practice with full face-shield
Rookie Ryan Johnson impresses Sabres, earns big minutes with Rasmus Dahlin
'“He was awesome, to the point that he finished the game with Dahlin, and I think Dahlin enjoyed having him as a partner,” Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Rookie Ryan Johnson impresses Sabres, earns big minutes with Rasmus Dahlin
Sabres’ Dylan Cozens practices after ill-advised fight, says he learned lesson
'Cozens, 22, also sported protection over his nose, which likely means it’s broken, and a black left eye after his ill-advised fight with Garnet Hathaway, one of the NHL’s top bruisers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dylan Cozens practices after ill-advised fight, says he learned lesson
After heated scuffle, Dylan Cozens returns to practice; Ryan Johnson looks to stay in Buffalo
'Cozens is hopeful to play this weekend. His first day back he remained in a non-contact jersey and a face shield. "Hopefully, that's the plan to play this weekend," said Cozens.' … [Read more...] about After heated scuffle, Dylan Cozens returns to practice; Ryan Johnson looks to stay in Buffalo
Practice Report | Cozens returns to practice with Sabres in non-contact jersey
'“The situation probably didn’t call for it there. I let my frustration get the best of me,” Cozens. “I kind of went after him and it escalated a lot quicker than I had prepared myself for. I think I need to know who I’m going up against and be a little smarter next time, for sure. It’s definitely unneeded at the end of a game like that. So, I learned my lesson and it probably … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Cozens returns to practice with Sabres in non-contact jersey
The Sabres Report - Nov 8, 2023
Observations: Sabres' pair of rallies fall short as Hurricanes win in OT on Martin Necas goal
'The Sabres nearly won the game 38 seconds into OT on a shot by Alex Tuch, which deflected off goalie Antti Raanta and ticked off the crossbar. The Buffalo trio of Tuch, Casey Mittelstadt and Owen Power dominated possession for the first 45 seconds of OT but never got off the ice.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres’ pair of rallies fall short as Hurricanes win in OT on Martin Necas goal
For Sabres winger JJ Peterka, the goals are coming and so is the maturity in his game
'“That is a good point by Alex,” coach Don Granato added when asked Tuesday prior to the Sabres’ game against the Carolina Hurricanes in PNC Arena. “Within that point you can see the older players working with JJ and that’s a big part of it. ... It’s positive any time you can get players helping players.”' … [Read more...] about For Sabres winger JJ Peterka, the goals are coming and so is the maturity in his game
Wednesday's Carolina Coverage
Carolina Hurricanes work overtime magic again in 3-2 win over visiting Buffalo Sabres (Raleigh News and Observer) Frederik Andersen’s absence is different. Hurricanes still know how to win without him (Raleigh News and Observer) Necas Does It Again, Canes Beat Sabres In OT (Hurricanes.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Carolina Coverage
Necas scores another OT winner as Hurricanes beat Sabres 3-2
'His latest winner came after the Sabres had possession of the puck for most of the first minute in overtime.' … [Read more...] about Necas scores another OT winner as Hurricanes beat Sabres 3-2
Sabres fall to Hurricanes in overtime, as woes continue in Carolina
'That would serve as the last goal of regulation for either side, and in overtime it was the Hurricanes who got the last laugh. Forward Martin Necas' re-direction in front of Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen dropped the curtain on the blue and gold, as they fell by a 3-2 final score.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Hurricanes in overtime, as woes continue in Carolina
Opinion: Luukkonen plays well, but Sabres fall in overtime
'Speaking of Luukkonen, he was excellent once again between the pipes. In the first period he stopped a shorthanded breakaway by Jack Drury, giving him confidence. Up to that point, the Sabres had dominated, but the Hurricanes got a power play goal and totally took over the period.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Luukkonen plays well, but Sabres fall in overtime
Granato: Sabres ready to step up to challenges of NHL season
'"We want to have scoring depth," Granato said with Jeremy White and Joe DiBiase. "We're still the youngest team in the league, believe it or not. We've made a commitment that we're going to make sure we're developing within, and giving these guys time to do that. When it all does come together, we'll have some very impressive depth of scoring. We'll have three lines of … [Read more...] about Granato: Sabres ready to step up to challenges of NHL season
Buffalo Sabres fall to Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 in OT
'Carolina forward Martin Necas scored about 1:30 into overtime to give the Hurricanes the 3-2 victory.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fall to Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 in OT