'“It’s hard to put into words what this organization and city mean to me,” Paetsch said. “Standing on that bench again with family and friends in the arena because my wife is from here and I’ve lived here for 20 years, so not just me but my whole family is excited for the opportunity.”' … [Read more...] about Spencerport’s Paetsch named new Amerks assistant coach
The Sabres Report - Jul 16, 2023
The Sabres Report - Jul 15, 2023
Brett Murray returns to Sabres with one-year, $775,000 contract
'The Sabres will have a decision to make with Murray. He must clear waivers to join the Amerks if he doesn't earn a spot on the NHL roster during training camp. One opened recently with Jack Quinn suffering an Achilles injury that's expected to keep him out of the lineup until around late December. Murray is going to have to win that spot over several other prospects, including … [Read more...] about Brett Murray returns to Sabres with one-year, $775,000 contract
Sabres sign forward Anton Wahlberg to three-year, entry-level contract
'The Swedish National Team didn't consider Wahlberg a top prospect until he earned their attention last fall. He was a dynamic center for Malmo's team in the country's Under-20 league, producing 14 goals and 27 points in 32 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign forward Anton Wahlberg to three-year, entry-level contract
Sabres sign Anton Wahlberg, Brett Murray to contracts
'Wahlberg, 18, is the first member of the Sabres’ 2023 draft class to sign a contract. The Swede’s deal has a $950,000 average annual value, according to capfriendly.com.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Anton Wahlberg, Brett Murray to contracts
Sabres re-sign forward Brett Murray to one-year contract
'Murray finished his 2022-23 season with the Rochester Americans as the third-leading scorer with 49 points (23+26) in 71 games. His 23 goals was also second-best on the team, trailing Jiri Kulich's 24 goals scored for the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign forward Brett Murray to one-year contract
Sabres sign 2023 second-round pick Anton Wahlberg to entry-level deal
'The 18-year-old was the 39th overall selection for the Sabres in Round 2 of the 2023 NHL Draft after playing 17 games last season in the Swedish Hockey League with the Malmö Redhawks. Playing primarily as a 17-year-old, Wahlberg tallied four points (2+2) in Sweden's top professional level.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2023 second-round pick Anton Wahlberg to entry-level deal
Sabres sign 2nd-round pick, re-sign productive Amerk
'The Sabres also re-signed forward Brett Murray to a one-year, two-way deal. He spent the 2022-23 season in Rochester, scoring 23 goals, good for second on the team as part of 49 total points, third on the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2nd-round pick, re-sign productive Amerk
Sabres sign 2nd-round pick Anton Wahlberg
'The 6-foot-3, 192-pound forward is expected to continue playing next year in Sweden. General manager Kevyn Adams had said he considered Wahlberg to be a first-round talent.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2nd-round pick Anton Wahlberg
Ostlund bids to continue growth spurt on path to Sabres roster spot
'"There's a lot of pressure and as a young kid, he performed very well," Sabres development coach Tim Kennedy said. "He was an 18-year-old playing against men. … It was a great year for him growth-wise."' … [Read more...] about Ostlund bids to continue growth spurt on path to Sabres roster spot
Sabres sign Murray to 1-year deal
'Murray played in all but one regular-season contest for the Rochester Americans in 2022-23, recording 49 points (23+26) in 71 games. The Bolton, Ontario native ranked second on the team in goals scored (23) and third in points (49).' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Murray to 1-year deal
Sabres sign Wahlberg to 3-year, entry-level contract
'Wahlberg is expected to spend next season with the Swedish Hockey League's Malmo Redhawks, for whom he tallied four points (2+2) in 17 games in 2022-23. He had 27 points (14+13) in 32 games for Malmo's J20 team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Wahlberg to 3-year, entry-level contract
The Sabres Report - Jul 14, 2023
Sources: Sabres complete affiliation agreement with ECHL's Jacksonville Icemen
'Sources told The Buffalo News the Sabres have completed an affiliation agreement with the Jacksonville Icemen, who were part of the New York Rangers’ organization the past two seasons. A news conference announcing the partnership is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday. The Icemen replace the Cincinnati Cyclones, who operated as the Sabres’ ECHL affiliate from 2017 until this month … [Read more...] about Sources: Sabres complete affiliation agreement with ECHL’s Jacksonville Icemen
Sabres wing prospect Jake Richard and father bonded through unique hockey journey
'The Sabres drafted the 6-foot-1, 190-pound Richard in the sixth round in 2022, 170th overall. He had a standout season in the junior United States Hockey League last year, compiling 31 goals and 62 points in 57 games with the Muskegon Lumberjacks and Tri-City Storm.' … [Read more...] about Sabres wing prospect Jake Richard and father bonded through unique hockey journey
The Sabres Report - Jul 13, 2023
Slick Mats Lindgren quietly emerging as strong Sabres defensive prospect
'“The biggest thing I was concentrating on this year was getting better in the defensive zone,” Lindgren said following last Wednesday’s session of development camp at LECOM Harborcenter. “Obviously, my numbers weren’t as high as last year, but I think I was really focused on just getting better in the areas that I need to improve on. I think the offensive side is always … [Read more...] about Slick Mats Lindgren quietly emerging as strong Sabres defensive prospect
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Outdoor game in Charlotte, two trips to Toronto's Scotiabank Arena add twists to Amerks' 2023-24 schedule (Buffalo News) Amerks announce 2023-24 schedule (WROC-TV) Amerks announce 2023-24 regular season schedule (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage