'The parking lot was backed up, the stands were filled with fans, and to even Sabres coach Don Granato's surprise, Bills head coach Sean McDermott showed some love and made an appearance for the last day.' … [Read more...] about Sabres wrap up development camp
The Sabres Report - Jul 7, 2023
McCarthy begins new chapter with hometown team
'"It's been great," Joe McCarthy said. "Our entire family went down to Tennessee (for the draft), and we all got to share the experience with Gavin. Since we went through it with his oldest brother in Vancouver in 2019, we were a little bit prepared for what the process was. But watching Gavin go through it was an experience all of its own."' … [Read more...] about McCarthy begins new chapter with hometown team
Kisakov aims to ease transition to Rochester for Neuchev, Novikov
'"I can help with English," Kisakov said, flashing a grin. "Nikita speaks a little bit. Viktor has zero, zero English. I can help him."' … [Read more...] about Kisakov aims to ease transition to Rochester for Neuchev, Novikov
The Sabres Report - Jul 6, 2023
Anton Wahlberg's 'big, big step' in Sweden led the Sabres to try to swing a trade
'Wahlberg is 6-foot-3, 190 pounds and pairs excellent skating ability with high-end skill, both of which were an asset for Malmo as it won the series against Brynas IF. He quickly showed this fall on Malmo’s Under-20 team that he was more advanced than his peers. Several of his 14 goals in 32 junior hockey games were of highlight-reel quality. He’d skate end to end before … [Read more...] about Anton Wahlberg’s ‘big, big step’ in Sweden led the Sabres to try to swing a trade
Sabres re-sign Kale Clague to one-year contract
'Clague spent most of last season with the Sabres, compiling zero goals, four points and a minus-3 rating in 33 games. He began the campaign with the Rochester Americans, registering one goal, six points and a minus-8 rating in 14 contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Kale Clague to one-year contract
Sabres goalie prospect Scott Ratzlaff draws comparisons to Devon Levi
'“You can always see him having a smile on his face, enjoying the game for what it is, not taking it too seriously, things like that,” he said following Wednesday’s session of development camp in LECOM Harborcenter. “So just learning to see the game for what it is and as a sport. When you’re doing something like this, you got to have fun with it. You don’t want it to become a … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie prospect Scott Ratzlaff draws comparisons to Devon Levi
The Sabres have three college coaches helping out at Development Camp
'The NHL Coaches’ Association has an initiative to increase diversity in the league so enter Chelsea Walkland, Troy Thibodeau and Shelly Picard.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres have three college coaches helping out at Development Camp
Sabres re-sign Clague to 1-year contract
'Clague, 25, returns to the organization after appearing in 33 games for the Sabres last season. He recorded four assists. He also played in 14 games for the Rochester Americans of the AHL, totaling six points (1+5).' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Clague to 1-year contract
'It's surreal' | Guest coaches soaking in development camp experience
'"I grew up in Rochester, New York, so family's diehard Sabres fans, Rochester Amerks fans. So, to be invited to this organization and see just how first class and how welcoming it's been, I'd say pretty surreal. I keep having to pinch myself when I kind of look around it and take it all in."' … [Read more...] about ‘It’s surreal’ | Guest coaches soaking in development camp experience
How to watch today's development camp 3v3 competition
'It will also be streamed live here on Sabres.com as well as the team's official YouTube and Facebook channels. Dan Dunleavy, Rob Ray and SabresProspects.com's Kris Baker will have the call.' … [Read more...] about How to watch today’s development camp 3v3 competition
Familiarity allowing Jandric to thrive at Development Camp
'“There’s always going to be new things, but it’s a lot of the same kinds of drills as well,” said Jandric. “Hockey hasn’t changed much, so I saw the same drills, but it was cool to see a lot of familiar faces here though. We have a lot of guys here back from Rochester and a lot of draft picks, too.”' … [Read more...] about Familiarity allowing Jandric to thrive at Development Camp
The Sabres Report - Jul 5, 2023
Clarence Center's Gavin McCarthy opens 'new chapter' at Sabres' development camp
'“I’m just super excited to go out there and earn everything I can get,” McCarthy said of the camp. “Honestly, it’s amazing being out there and competing with these guys, such high-level players, and some familiar faces out there, too, with the coaches. It’s really a surreal feeling.”' … [Read more...] about Clarence Center’s Gavin McCarthy opens ‘new chapter’ at Sabres’ development camp
Report: Sabres re-sign Kale Clague to one-year contract
'The deal is worth $775,000 in the NHL, with $475,000 guaranteed, according to the report.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres re-sign Kale Clague to one-year contract
Sabres re-sign defenseman Kale Clague to one-year deal
'It’s more defensive depth for the team, as Clague played both in Buffalo and Rochester this past season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign defenseman Kale Clague to one-year deal
Clarence native Gavin McCarthy soaking in his "dream come true" moment at Buffalo Sabres development camp
'“Being able to put on this NHL jersey is so exciting. Being in this rink again is an amazing feeling," McCarthy said. "It’s the National Hockey League. Kind of what we dream of and what I grew up watching.”' … [Read more...] about Clarence native Gavin McCarthy soaking in his “dream come true” moment at Buffalo Sabres development camp