'Redmond’s new role will have him traveling across the globe to work with the Sabres’ defense prospects, a group headlined by recent draft picks Max Strabak and Gavin McCarthy.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire former Amerks defenseman Zach Redmond as development coach
The Sabres Report - Aug 10, 2023
Sabres hire former Rochester star Zach Redmond as development coach
'The Sabres needed to find a new development coach after former NHL defenseman Nathan Paetsch moved behind the bench to become an assistant coach with Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire former Rochester star Zach Redmond as development coach
Sabres announce two hires to the hockey department
'Dexter is being brought in as a scout after eight years of coaching at Princeton University, three of those as associate head coach.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce two hires to the hockey department
Redmond, Dexter join Sabres hockey staff
'Redmond, 35, played 133 NHL games in his 13-year professional career, including three with the Sabres in 2017-18. The 35-year-old former defenseman was also a top performer for the Rochester Americans for three seasons, logging 86 points in 189 games. He won the Eddie Shore Award as the AHL's top defenseman in 2019.' … [Read more...] about Redmond, Dexter join Sabres hockey staff
The Sabres Report - Aug 9, 2023
Max Strbak carrying global experiences in quest to 'earn everything' with Sabres
'“It’s been a very good experience with the draft, combine and everything,” Strbak told The News after a recent development camp practice in LECOM Harborcenter. “I was here in Buffalo for the combine two weeks ago, not knowing where I’ll be. To be here and seeing everything again, I’m still in shock. I’m just very excited to be part of this organization and excited for the … [Read more...] about Max Strbak carrying global experiences in quest to ‘earn everything’ with Sabres
McCarthy hoping familiarity with Sabres leads to future spot in Buffalo
'"Growing up, you're maturing, kind of learning both on and off the ice things, so I think they've helped me a ton with the professionalism side of hockey, how to go about things," McCarthy said. "I was very fortunate to be around NHL players pretty much my whole youth career and take as much as I can from them."' … [Read more...] about McCarthy hoping familiarity with Sabres leads to future spot in Buffalo
The Sabres Report - Aug 8, 2023
Former Sabres prospect Matej Pekar finds new home in AHL
'He underwent surgery on both shoulders in 2022. When he was healthy, he played sparingly and spent time with the Cincinnati Cyclones, the Sabres’ old ECHL affiliate.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres prospect Matej Pekar finds new home in AHL
The Sabres Report - Aug 6, 2023
Inside the Sabres: Revisiting depth chart following free-agent additions
'To some fans’ dismay, the Sabres are going young in goal this season. Levi enters camp as the favorite to start on opening night, while Luukkonen is in position to earn the No. 2 job in training camp. Levi made an immediate impact upon arriving from Northeastern University, posting a 5-2 record with a .905 save percentage. He earned the coaching staff’s trust and started five … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Revisiting depth chart following free-agent additions
Hamilton Take 2: The Sabres' offseason goaltending situation
'Adams 100% believes in Devon Levi and his process, which is why Levi was signed out of college and played in all of the most important games that this team has played in 12 years down the stretch. Adams and Granato haven’t said that Levi is their No. 1 goalie in October, but they don’t have to, their actions at the end of last season speak louder than anything they can say.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: The Sabres’ offseason goaltending situation
The Sabres Report - Aug 5, 2023
Atlantic Division summer outlook: Are Sabres at the top of the 'rebuilders' group?
'The Sabres are building through drafting and development and have carefully chosen players in the trade and free agent market who were willing to come to Buffalo to be part of the solution in the post-Jack Eichel era. The playoff drought is at an NHL-record 12 years and simply has to end in the spring of 2024. Yzerman has gone a vastly different route in Detroit. The Red Wings … [Read more...] about Atlantic Division summer outlook: Are Sabres at the top of the ‘rebuilders’ group?
The Sabres Report - Aug 4, 2023
Atlantic Division summer outlook: Leafs will try it again, Tampa Bay looking for one more Lightning strike
'You might be surprised to realize the Sabres finished just seven points behind Tampa Bay last season after the gap was 35 points in 2021-22. And Buffalo won the last two head-to-head games after going 1-9-2 in its previous 12 matchups with the Lightning. The Sabres don’t figure to finish ahead of the Leafs this season. But does Tampa Bay’s core have more runs left or are the … [Read more...] about Atlantic Division summer outlook: Leafs will try it again, Tampa Bay looking for one more Lightning strike
Inside look at Buffalo Sabres
'"Last year, there was no expectations," Buffalo captain Kyle Okposo said May 25. "Everybody's writing rosy articles and this group is a good team, it's becoming a good team. And that's great, but how do you do that with expectations? There's guys that are starting to get bigger contracts, there's guys that are starting to get noticed nationally. There's going to be lofty … [Read more...] about Inside look at Buffalo Sabres
3 questions facing Buffalo Sabres
'The three goalies on the Sabres' roster have combined for 100 NHL games of experience, with 21-year-old Devon Levi (7) and 24-year-old Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (46) making up just over half of that total. Eric Comrie, 28, has played 47 games.' … [Read more...] about 3 questions facing Buffalo Sabres
Top prospects for Buffalo Sabres
'Levi (6-foot, 184 pounds) for the second straight season led NCAA goalies in save percentage and won the Mike Richter Award as the top goalie in men's college hockey, becoming the first two-time winner in history.' … [Read more...] about Top prospects for Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres Report - Aug 3, 2023
Atlantic Division summer outlook: Huge questions surround Bruins, Panthers after their big seasons
'The Buffalo Sabres’ path to finally making the playoffs after a 12-year drought is tough enough going through the Atlantic Division. Getting deep in the playoffs will be another story entirely. For five consecutive seasons, the Eastern Conference representative in the Stanley Cup final has come out of the Atlantic.' … [Read more...] about Atlantic Division summer outlook: Huge questions surround Bruins, Panthers after their big seasons