Blues round out coaching staff by adding Mike Weber, Michael Babcock (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Weber, Babcock join Blues coaching staff (StLouisBlues.com) Weber joins St. Louis Blues as Assistant Coach (Amerks.com) A letter from Mike Weber (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jun 15, 2023
The Sabres Report - Jun 14, 2023
Austrian D David Reinbacher could be terrific NHL Draft choice for Sabres
'“It would be a big honor to show the kids in Austria that it’s possible to get here and to show Austria we can also play hockey and create something out of a small town,” Reinbacher, 18, said of becoming one of the new faces of Austrian hockey.' … [Read more...] about Austrian D David Reinbacher could be terrific NHL Draft choice for Sabres
The Sabres Report - Jun 13, 2023
Victor Olofsson and his camp expect a trade from Sabres, but it could take a while
'Olofsson expressed his frustration during end-of-season exit interviews. He never requested a trade, according to sources, but he doesn’t want to be put in a similar situation during the final season of his contract. Sitting Olofsson was a risk ahead of an offseason when he could be moved because it might cause teams to think twice about acquiring the 2014 seventh-round draft … [Read more...] about Victor Olofsson and his camp expect a trade from Sabres, but it could take a while
Ryan O'Halloran: 'Driver' of Vegas offense, Jack Eichel is one win from Stanley Cup glory
'Ain’t missing this for anything. One more win and Eichel can reach championship status ahead of Edmonton’s Connor McDavid, the player drafted one spot ahead of him in 2015 and the one he’s most-commonly linked to. But first up is closing out the Panthers.' … [Read more...] about Ryan O’Halloran: ‘Driver’ of Vegas offense, Jack Eichel is one win from Stanley Cup glory
The Sabres Report - Jun 12, 2023
Tage Thompson comparisons make Matthew Wood an intriguing possible Sabres pick
'Wood, like Thompson during his draft year, is viewed as an average skater. It might be enough to cause Wood to slip out of the top 10 because this class is filled with fast, exceptionally skilled forwards. Thompson improved his speed through physical maturation. He eventually grew into his frame, a process that continued once he arrived in Buffalo in a blockbuster trade, and … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson comparisons make Matthew Wood an intriguing possible Sabres pick
The Sabres Report - Jun 11, 2023
Inside the NHL: Alternate plans for scouting combine might be needed if Sabres' rise continues
'But there’s one growing thought this corner has had and it’s shared among those who run this event: What happens to the combine if the Sabres (finally) get good and are playing hockey into early June?' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Alternate plans for scouting combine might be needed if Sabres’ rise continues
Quentin Musty could be taken in first round of 2023 NHL Draft
'“I grew up watching a lot of those guys,” he said. “Tyler Myers was here when he was at his best when he won the Calder [Trophy]. It's things like that, or when they were clinching the playoffs, those are the greatest memories. This is a great place to be a fan of and watch games.”' … [Read more...] about Quentin Musty could be taken in first round of 2023 NHL Draft
Marr: Russian winger Matvei Michkov is special
'The biggest problem with the winger is he has a contract in the KHL through the 2025-26 season. That means he’d be almost 22 when he gets to the NHL, if he gets to the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Marr: Russian winger Matvei Michkov is special
Hamilton Take 2: Hamburg’s own Quentin Musty gets a look at NHL Combine
'I’ve seen in other interviews that Michkov said he wants to play in the NHL. The Sabres have been taking and signing quite a few Russians the past few years, so that wouldn’t scare them off, but on the off chance he falls to No. 13, would Kevyn Adams be willing to take a swing. It could turn into a grand slam home run or a strikeout looking.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Hamburg’s own Quentin Musty gets a look at NHL Combine
Combine Takeaways | Hamburg native Musty takes step toward NHL dream
'"Those are just kind of the greatest memories of when Buffalo is really going. It gets full," Musty said. "You kind of saw it this year with their fans and stuff coming back. They have an exciting team and it's a great place to be a fan of and watch a game."' … [Read more...] about Combine Takeaways | Hamburg native Musty takes step toward NHL dream
The Sabres Report - Jun 10, 2023
Sabres' development camp featuring 3-on-3 prospect tournament set for July 2-6
'The group, which will also feature the Sabres' latest draft choices, will participate in three practices before the 3-on-3 tournament. Each on-ice session will be open to the public in LECOM Harborcenter.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ development camp featuring 3-on-3 prospect tournament set for July 2-6
Sabres to hold 2023 development camp for prospects next month
'A roster will be announced at a later date.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to hold 2023 development camp for prospects next month
Sabres development camp set for July 2-6, open to fans
'The camp will conclude with a 3-on-3 competition starting at 9:15 a.m. on July 6. The other hourlong on-ice sessions are scheduled for 2 p.m. on July 2, noon on July 3, 11:45 a.m. on July 5.' … [Read more...] about Sabres development camp set for July 2-6, open to fans
Sabres Development Camp set for July 2-6 at LECOM Harborcenter
'Development Camp aims to introduce prospective players to professional work habits and organizational standards. Players in attendance will become familiar with the team and the resources available to them through the Sabres development staff and performance team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Development Camp set for July 2-6 at LECOM Harborcenter
The Sabres Report - Jun 9, 2023
Potential fits for the Sabres with the 13th pick in NHL draft
'This draft class is considered one of the best in several years, led by soon-to-be No. 1 pick Connor Bedard, and Adams will have numerous intriguing options to consider when he’s on the clock at 13 in Nashville on June 28.' … [Read more...] about Potential fits for the Sabres with the 13th pick in NHL draft