'It took the mere sight of his parents sitting to his left, and a standing ovation from the thousands of Sabres fans on hand for Ray to nearly give in to his emotions before even beginning his acceptance speech.' … [Read more...] about Feared NHL enforcer Rob Ray shows his emotional side in being inducted into Sabres hall of fame
The Sabres Report - Feb 1, 2025
Kulich helps lift Sabres to win over Predators
'Thanks to a pair of goals from rookie forward Jiri Kulich, including the game-winning tally with 2:04 remaining in regulation, the Sabres were able to earn a 4-3 win over the Nashville Predators on Friday night at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Kulich helps lift Sabres to win over Predators
Opinion: Sabres lost their lead, but battled back to beat Nashville
'In many losses this season the Sabres faded in the third period, but on Friday, they had determination which led to very few errors. The persistence paid off as JJ Peterka led a 3-on-2 up ice. He dished off to Tage Thompson on the right wall and kept coming hard up the middle taking a defenseman with him. That gave Thompson room to find a streaking Jiri Kulich coming up the … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres lost their lead, but battled back to beat Nashville
Rob Ray becomes 44th member of Sabres Hall of Fame
'"'Boxy' [head coach John Van Boxmeer] gave me the greatest advice on what I need to do to become an NHL player. He told me, at the time, what the Sabres wanted, and he was right. 446 minutes in penalties, 46 fighting majors in my first season in the American Hockey League kind of set the stage for my future career. So thank you to 'Boxy' for that great information," said Ray … [Read more...] about Rob Ray becomes 44th member of Sabres Hall of Fame
Adams ahead of Rob Ray's induction into Sabres Hall of Fame: ''Rayzor' deserves this'
'"It’ll be special, and I know it means a lot to him," said Adams on Friday when joining "Schopp and the Bulldog" on WGR. "A little bit of a ceremony this morning, and you could see it in his eyes. He’s a tough guy, but I don’t care how tough you are, it's emotional."' … [Read more...] about Adams ahead of Rob Ray’s induction into Sabres Hall of Fame: ”Rayzor’ deserves this’
'This was pretty darn neat' Rob Ray inducted as 44th member of Buffalo Sabres Hall of Fame
'"It’s pretty cool. Walked out there with Terry (Pegula) this morning when he unveiled it to me, and I’m standing there with the coaches, Terry, and a bunch of people, I almost cried," Rob Ray told reporters on Friday. "This was pretty darn neat.”' … [Read more...] about ‘This was pretty darn neat’ Rob Ray inducted as 44th member of Buffalo Sabres Hall of Fame
Sabres rise to the occasion on Rayzor’s night
'Jiri Kulich scored two goals including the winner with 2:04 left in the third period as the Sabres rallied for a 4-3 win against the Nashville Predators on Friday night at KeyBank Center after inducting fan favorite Rob Ray into the team’s Hall of Fame.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rise to the occasion on Rayzor’s night
Kim Pegula attends the Sabres game, Rob Ray's Hall of Fame induction ceremony
'The Bills and Sabres co-owner was spotted in a suite at the arena for the first time since a debilitating cardiac arrest in the summer of 2022. "So glad to have Kim here on this special night," the Sabres said on social media.' … [Read more...] about Kim Pegula attends the Sabres game, Rob Ray’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony
Kulich scores twice, Sabres edge Predators
'Jiri Kulich scored the go-ahead goal, his second of the game, at 17:56 of the third period to give the Buffalo Sabres a 4-3 win against the Nashville Predators at KeyBank Center on Friday.' … [Read more...] about Kulich scores twice, Sabres edge Predators
Legendary enforcer, fan favorite Ray inducted into Sabres Hall of Fame
'He is the 42nd inductee into the team's Hall of Fame and the first to be granted the honor since former forward Dale Hawerchuk and legendary announcer Rick Jeanneret were back in 2012.' … [Read more...] about Legendary enforcer, fan favorite Ray inducted into Sabres Hall of Fame
'A good team game' | Sabres pay tribute to Rayzor with hard-fought win over Preds
'The Sabres turned in a performance befitting an icon of the group affectionately remembered as “the hardest working team in hockey,” amassing 23 hits, 16 blocked shots, and a perfect 4-for-4 night on the penalty kill.' … [Read more...] about ‘A good team game’ | Sabres pay tribute to Rayzor with hard-fought win over Preds
'It’s been the most amazing place and the most amazing experience that anybody could ever have'
'“That’s a tough way to make a living,” May said, referencing Ray’s countless fights and 3,206 career penalty minutes. “But Rob wasn’t out there just dropping the gloves for fun. Every fight, every hit, every penalty was about one thing – was about protecting his teammates. And let me tell you, there was no better feeling than knowing Rayzor had your back.' … [Read more...] about ‘It’s been the most amazing place and the most amazing experience that anybody could ever have’
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks close out January with 4-1 win over Crunch (Amerks.com) Syracuse Crunch Fall to Rochester Americans, 4-1 (SyracuseCrunch.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jan 31, 2025
Rob Ray's legacy isn't limited to hockey. This is the story of the Sabres icon's impact in Buffalo
'But Ray’s legacy in Western New York also was shaped off the ice, and his contributions since the end of his playing career in 2003 have made a profound impact in a community that became his home.' … [Read more...] about Rob Ray’s legacy isn’t limited to hockey. This is the story of the Sabres icon’s impact in Buffalo
As a player, Rob Ray fed into Sabres fans' thirst for entertainment during a rollicking NHL era
'Far past numbers, there are a litany of reasons Ray is being inducted into the Sabres Hall of Fame prior to Friday night’s game against Nashville (doors open at 5 p.m., ceremony begins at 6:05). He’s made a 37-year commitment to the organization as a player, broadcaster, alumni director and community icon. But in the uniform, No. 32 was always there for his teammates and was a … [Read more...] about As a player, Rob Ray fed into Sabres fans’ thirst for entertainment during a rollicking NHL era