'Tage Thompson and Jiri Kulich each scored after two 25-minute periods of play to lift Team Blue to a 2-0 win over Team Gold. Team Gold held a 3-2 advantage in the shootout portion of the afternoon with goals from Isak Rosen, Aleksandr Kisakov, and Tyson Kozak.' … [Read more...] about Sabres enter next phase of camp following Blue and Gold Scrimmage
The Sabres Report - Sep 24, 2023
Miedema, Ratzlaff returned to junior clubs
'The Sabres now have 62 players on their training camp roster, consisting of 35 forwards, 21 defensemen, and six goaltenders.' … [Read more...] about Miedema, Ratzlaff returned to junior clubs
'Forge a path forward' | Okposo speaks at 'Unstoppable Africa' conference in New York City
'Okposo’s father was born and raised in Nigeria, so the mission of the Global Africa Business Initiative – to capitalize on Africa’s potential as a global destination for business, trade, and investment – had a personal connection.' … [Read more...] about ‘Forge a path forward’ | Okposo speaks at ‘Unstoppable Africa’ conference in New York City
The Sabres Report - Sep 23, 2023
Erik Johnson making immediate impact on Sabres teammates: 'Whatever he says'
'“He’s won a Cup,” said Sabres winger Alex Tuch, who reached the Stanley Cup final with the Vegas Golden Knights in 2018. “Immediately, you walk into a room, none of us have, I guess. … Immediately that it goes into leadership. I mean, what is this, his 17th year in the NHL? He’s going to be closing in on 1,000 games. He’s been captain of the Colorado Avalanche, assistant … [Read more...] about Erik Johnson making immediate impact on Sabres teammates: ‘Whatever he says’
No better time than now for Delaware North to prove itself at KeyBank Center
'Delaware North has hosted tastings for team leadership in the off season and committed to refocusing on its core food items in the arena for this season – products that make up most of the game day sales at KeyBank Center. The company has also brought a seasoned general manager to KeyBank Center in John DonVito, a Rochester native who worked for five years leading the food and … [Read more...] about No better time than now for Delaware North to prove itself at KeyBank Center
Erik Johnson excited to be in Buffalo, give Sabres missing element
'Johnson’s still an asset on the ice, mind you. He averaged more than 17 minutes on it each game last season. In the first two days of training camp, he practiced beside Mattias Samuelsson, a plum assignment.' … [Read more...] about Erik Johnson excited to be in Buffalo, give Sabres missing element
Could the Buffalo Sabres pursue Patrick Kane?
'“We know Buffalo is interested,” reported TSN's Darren Dreger on Thursday, noting that Kane could help a lot of teams when healthy. He also indicated that the winger requires another month of rehab. That could move up his return date to sometime in November.' … [Read more...] about Could the Buffalo Sabres pursue Patrick Kane?
Erik Johnson has enjoyed being around Sabres' young defensemen
'"It’s been great. I really like those guys," said Johnson following Friday's practice. "They’ve been super eager to ask questions about some of my experiences, and I’ve seen a lot in my time in Denver and St. Louis [Blues]. I’ve played in the Stanley Cup Final and the Olympics, so it’s information that I want to share. I’ve tried to be an open book for those guys."' … [Read more...] about Erik Johnson has enjoyed being around Sabres’ young defensemen
Erik Johnson brings 'Stanley Cup' experience to a young Sabres locker room
'"He's played on teams that have really struggled, and he's played on unbelievable hockey teams, " said Alex Tuch. "I think we're all going to learn a lot from him."' … [Read more...] about Erik Johnson brings ‘Stanley Cup’ experience to a young Sabres locker room
Sabres goalie Devon Levi's mask unveiled
'They feature a mean looking Buffalo with chrome eyes, as well as lightsabres slicing Levi's number 27.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Devon Levi’s mask unveiled
Camp Notebook | Johnson seizing opportunity as veteran leader
'During the free-agency process, Johnson felt Buffalo was the best fit for him due to the direction the team was headed in and the talent he saw general manager Kevyn Adams secure under long-term contracts. Although his deal is only for one year, Johnson hopes he can be here even longer to help the team achieve its goal of bringing home the Stanley Cup.' … [Read more...] about Camp Notebook | Johnson seizing opportunity as veteran leader
How to watch the Sabres' 2023 preseason games
'Games on Sabres.com can be streamed throughout the United States. Games on MSG will be televised locally in the Buffalo broadcast market.' … [Read more...] about How to watch the Sabres’ 2023 preseason games
The Sabres Report - Sep 22, 2023
Sabres to 'keep pushing' to sign Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power long term
'“The key takeaways are that I’ve explained to their camps and to them individually how important they are to this franchise and how we feel about them, and we want them here long term and just that kind of conversation,” Adams explained. “They’ve clearly indicated to me and to us that this is where they want to be, and they believe in this team, and they believe in the … [Read more...] about Sabres to ‘keep pushing’ to sign Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power long term
Mike Harrington: Upon return to rink, Sabres finally have expectations to embrace
'The Sabres no longer look or sound like a franchise holding the longest playoff drought in NHL history, even though they still do. Of course, now they have to match that feeling with their performance. No more wishing. They are expecting to be in the playoffs and nothing else will be acceptable.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Upon return to rink, Sabres finally have expectations to embrace
Sabres notebook: Connor Clifton opens camp next to Rasmus Dahlin
'“Well, I thought Clifton and Dahlin were very impressive out there,” said Granato. “Impressive in the sense they both read the play the same together. One is moving off the other and it showed the experience, obviously, of Connor to mesh so quickly in a practice. That’s a luxury to have based on where we were bringing guys along last season.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Connor Clifton opens camp next to Rasmus Dahlin