'“It was just a chance to start over,” Cecconi said. “… I got better as a hockey player and brought a lot of confidence over to the Sabres organization when I got traded. And then just being in Roch, the coaching staff and my teammates give me a lot of confidence to be myself, and ultimately I had a good playoff run.”' … [Read more...] about Youngstown’s Joseph Cecconi grabbing Sabres’ attention
The Sabres Report - Sep 27, 2023
Benson, Levi impressive in Sabres’ preseason win over Boston
'“He has a knack and a sense to read plays, make plays, steal and strip pucks from players that you shouldn’t in this league,” added the Sabres head coach. “And in two games, he has impressive equally both nights.”' … [Read more...] about Benson, Levi impressive in Sabres’ preseason win over Boston
Wednesday's Boston Coverage
Boston Bruins prospect Mason Lohrei makes NHL debut vs. Sabres (Boston Globe) Bruins notebook: Young Bruins drop 4-1 decision in Buffalo (Boston Herald) Ex-Northeastern star thwarts Bruins in preseason loss to Sabres (Springfield Republican) How Alex Chiasson, Danton Heinen Felt In First Bruins Preseason Appearance (NESN) Bruins Notes: Jim Montgomery Takes Positives From … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Boston Coverage
Devon Levi perfect, offense scores early in Sabres' preseason win over Bruins
'Buffalo was able to take advantage of an early power play chance to score the game's first goal and enjoy a 1-0 lead through the opening period. Tage Thompson made the initial pass, while 2023 first-round pick Zach Benson fed the puck to Jeff Skinner, who converted on a one-time opportunity.' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi perfect, offense scores early in Sabres’ preseason win over Bruins
Brandon Biro getting good opportunity at Sabres training camp
'"Brandon’s a guy that I’ve watched quite a bit," said Granato on Tuesday following his team's win. "We had talked a lot last year about him being called up, and unfortunately, injuries took him out of it. But he’s a guy that I’ve become very familiar with, and there’s nothing he’s doing here that surprises me. It’s just that’s Brandon."' … [Read more...] about Brandon Biro getting good opportunity at Sabres training camp
Sabres beat Bruins in preseason home opener
'Ten different Sabres players found the scoresheet in the game on Tuesday, but only four found the back of the net and it all started with a slick backhanded pass from the rookie Zach Benson to Jeff Skinner for the one-timer that put Buffalo up 1-0 after the first period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Bruins in preseason home opener
Sabres defeat Bruins 4-1 in preseason home opener
'Jeff Skinner, Riley Stillman, Brandon Biro, and Filip Cederqvist all tallied goals in the win while Casey Mittelstadt added two assists as 10 different Sabres found their way on the scoresheet.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Bruins 4-1 in preseason home opener
The Sabres Report - Sep 26, 2023
Victor Olofsson is still with the Sabres, hoping for more chances to improve
'With players like Jiri Kulich, Lukas Rousek and Isak Rosen close to graduating from Rochester, it’s well-known general manager Kevyn Adams shopped Olofsson in the offseason. But there weren’t many nibbles on a contract that’s paying $4.7 million this season.' … [Read more...] about Victor Olofsson is still with the Sabres, hoping for more chances to improve
Sabres Notebook: Kyle Okposo says it was 'a wild experience' speaking on a panel sponsored by United Nations
'“Pretty cool, just a wild experience, different than probably anything that I’ve ever done in my life,” Okposo said Monday after practice in KeyBank Center. “I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity and it taught me a lot. It taught me a lot about leadership, about politics, about business, about just being around some different people and extremely influential and … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Kyle Okposo says it was ‘a wild experience’ speaking on a panel sponsored by United Nations
No trade, no problem: Victor Olofsson excited to be back with Sabres
'“I’m super happy to be back,” said Olofsson, whose Sabres host the Boston Bruins on Tuesday in a preseason game at KeyBank Center. “I’m super excited.”' … [Read more...] about No trade, no problem: Victor Olofsson excited to be back with Sabres
Sabres’ Kyle Okposo ‘blown away’ by chance to speak at ‘Unstoppable Africa’
'“Everybody recognized the opportunity,” Okposo said following Monday’s session of camp in KeyBank Center. “It’s something, for myself, I felt it was just bigger than sport. It was a global thing. It was a chance to have a platform on a really unique level that I think most guys probably don’t get to.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo ‘blown away’ by chance to speak at ‘Unstoppable Africa’
Game on! Maple Leafs, Sabres set for St. Thomas Hockeyville tilt
'On Tuesday, the West Elgin Arena will also host NHL alumni Rob Ray of the Sabres and Darcy Tucker of the Leafs at a community celebration event in the parking lot from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Game on! Maple Leafs, Sabres set for St. Thomas Hockeyville tilt
Mattias Samuelsson enjoys being paired with Erik Johnson back on left side of defense
'"He’s an unreal guy," said Samuelsson on Monday following practice in Downtown Buffalo. "We hung out and went to dinner a couple of times right when he got here, and he’s helped me a ton off the ice already with some recovery stuff, and telling me what’s worked for him over the years. And on the ice, he talks a lot, but he’s trying to learn the system and I’m trying to learn … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson enjoys being paired with Erik Johnson back on left side of defense
Sabres leadership showing; Kyle Okposo speaks on United Nations event
'"Anybody comes up to you and says they're speaking at the UN, you give them the day off," says Granato.' … [Read more...] about Sabres leadership showing; Kyle Okposo speaks on United Nations event
Thompson, Dahlin among Sabres on roster for Tuesday's preseason home opener
'The Sabres released their roster for the game, which also includes veterans Jeff Skinner, Alex Tuch, Casey Mittelstadt, and Mattias Samuelsson.' … [Read more...] about Thompson, Dahlin among Sabres on roster for Tuesday’s preseason home opener