'Twenty-seven seconds after taking the opening faceoff, he skated into a Pittsburgh Penguins winger Jagger Joshua and left the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Matt Savoie leaves Prospects Challenge game injured
The Sabres Report - Sep 19, 2023
Sabres shut out by Penguins in final game of Prospects Challenge
'However, the bigger concern for the Sabres on the opening shift of the game was 2022 first-round pick Matthew Savoie going into the end boards and coming up holding his left shoulder. He was able to skate off under his own power, but went straight to the dressing room.' … [Read more...] about Sabres shut out by Penguins in final game of Prospects Challenge
Sabres prospect C Matt Savoie injured in closing game of challenge
'The severity of Savoie’s injury is not yet known. Rochester Americans coach Seth Appert said 19-year-old will be evaluated on Tuesday, but it is expected that Savoie will miss “a little bit of time” at the start of Buffalo’s training camp, which opens Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect C Matt Savoie injured in closing game of challenge
Kozak a physical presence in Prospects Challenge finale
'“He had a really good year in the American Hockey League,” Amerks coach Seth Appert said. “He got better and better as the season went on. He played huge, valuable minutes for us on a playoff run. One of our most trusted defensive players and penalty killers and physical presences. And now, the shoulder’s a little higher because he’s earned that. He knows what he did, and now … [Read more...] about Kozak a physical presence in Prospects Challenge finale
Camp Preview | 3 storylines to follow at forward
'But just as Quinn and JJ Peterka used training camp to earn NHL roster spots last fall, the coming weeks will see a crop of young players looking to make the jump – including a trio of first-round picks who made their AHL debuts last season in Jiri Kulich, Isak Rosen, and Matt Savoie.' … [Read more...] about Camp Preview | 3 storylines to follow at forward
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Metsa continuing to defy the odds, even at Sabres Prospects Challenge (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Sep 18, 2023
Tyson Kozak quietly emerging as one of Sabres’ best forward prospects
'Fresh off a rookie season in which he enjoyed regular duty in the AHL, Kozak, 20, has been a standout again in the Prospects Challenge, recording one goal and two points in two games.' … [Read more...] about Tyson Kozak quietly emerging as one of Sabres’ best forward prospects
Ryan Johnson showing his worth at Sabres Prospects Challenge
'Johnson isn’t going to be an offensive defenseman, because the Sabres already have Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power who will lead the way there. Appert says there are other things Johnson does well that will definitely help. "His game starts with his skating," he said. "Is he intelligent? Yes. Does he have talent? Yes. But Minnesota has done a really good job with him, as he and … [Read more...] about Ryan Johnson showing his worth at Sabres Prospects Challenge
Buffalo Sabres Prospects Challenge wraps up on Monday with final game vs Penguins
'Matthew Savoie notched two goals on the first game against the Montreal Canadiens on Friday night while Zach Benson drilled in one of his own on Saturday night when the Sabres matched up with the Devils.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Prospects Challenge wraps up on Monday with final game vs Penguins
The Sabres Report - Sep 17, 2023
Isak Rosen continues to impress as Sabres stay unbeaten at Prospects Challenge
'Rosen, whom the Sabres drafted 14th overall in 2021 with the draft pick acquired in the Rasmus Ristolainen traded, continued his impressive rookie camp with his second goal in as many nights. The Swedish winger collected a pass from Nikita Novikov and darted toward the net, where he snapped a shot past Poulter to give Buffalo a 3-1 lead at 16:08 into the second period.' … [Read more...] about Isak Rosen continues to impress as Sabres stay unbeaten at Prospects Challenge
Inside the NHL: Sabres' Prospect Challenge games are our first look at key parts of Amerks' core
'“When I’m here, my focus is on the Sabres and trying to do everything that our Rochester staff and player development staff can to put these players in the best position to show well in Sabres camp for the Sabres coaches and management,” Appert said. “Obviously, that’s their dream and that’s our goal to get them there. There’s going to be a good chunk of these guys that will … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Sabres’ Prospect Challenge games are our first look at key parts of Amerks’ core
Viktor Neuchev, Zach Benson and Isak Rosen score, illustrate Sabres’ depth
'The early goals in Saturday’s 4-2 win at the Prospects Challenge in LECOM Harborcenter further illustrate how much young depth the Sabres have assembled. Each of their first three scorers skate on one of the top three lines.' … [Read more...] about Viktor Neuchev, Zach Benson and Isak Rosen score, illustrate Sabres’ depth
Sabres pull out another victory at Prospects Challenge over Devils
'The Sabres opened the scoring on Saturday as 2022 third-round pick Viktor Neuchev was the benefactor of Tyson Kozak winning a puck battle in-behind the Devils net. Kozak was able to retrieve the puck and feed Neuchev, who was left uncontested in front of Devils goalie Isaac Poulter.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pull out another victory at Prospects Challenge over Devils
Rosen's all-around game translating to offensive success at Prospects Challenge
'Rosen had a goal and an assist in Buffalo’s 4-2 Prospects Challenge win over the New Jersey Devils, which came on the heels of a one-goal, two-assist performance against Montreal on Friday. But for all his offensive exploits, it’s Rosen’s play away from the puck that has earned the attention of his coach.' … [Read more...] about Rosen’s all-around game translating to offensive success at Prospects Challenge
The Sabres Report - Sep 16, 2023
Matt Savoie, Isak Rosen impress in Sabres' opening win at Prospects Challenge
'"I thought a lot of guys did a good job tonight," said Rochester Americans coach Seth Appert. I thought (Savoie) and (Zach Benson) just got better and better as the game went on. I thought Rosen was excellent from the drop of the puck, was a real dominant player from the drop of the puck."' … [Read more...] about Matt Savoie, Isak Rosen impress in Sabres’ opening win at Prospects Challenge