'“I’ve never been to any skills camp, because we never really had money for it,” said Mrtka, who also played soccer as a child. “I understand, and I never asked for that. So, I just tried to do more on the ice if we had some minutes after practice, or I was in shooting lines at the gym. I just tried to do everything for me to be better."' … [Read more...] about ‘I want to be the best’ | Tracing Radim Mrtka’s development back to Havlickuv Brod, Czechia
The Sabres Report - Jul 23, 2025
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Joshua looking for consistencies, not flashes, to prove people wrong (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jul 22, 2025
In Clarence’s Gavin McCarthy, Sabres possess mature defense prospect
'“I think we complement each other really well,” said McCarthy, a third-round pick in 2023, 86th overall. “We use each other a lot in the offensive zone. … I try to jump in the play when I can."' … [Read more...] about In Clarence’s Gavin McCarthy, Sabres possess mature defense prospect
The Sabres Report - Jul 20, 2025
Sabres top pick Radim Mrtka climbs over language barrier as he prepares for NHL
‘He learned classroom English growing up in Havlickuv Brod, Czechia. But when it came to colloquial English – a necessity in communicating on the ice, in the locker room and in everyday life in North American hockey, Mrtka suddenly found himself at a loss.’ … [Read more...] about Sabres top pick Radim Mrtka climbs over language barrier as he prepares for NHL
Inside the NHL: With heavy home advantage early, schedule gives Sabres chance for quick start
'Buffalo has seven of its 11 October games at home plus its first three of November. That’s 10 of the first 14 overall downtown for a team that finished last season 23-15-3 on home ice. That should be an advantage.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: With heavy home advantage early, schedule gives Sabres chance for quick start
The Sabres Report - Jul 19, 2025
Bowen Byram enjoyed process of signing new contract
'"There’s always a little bit of tension, but I’m trying to do what’s best for me. And then eventually you come to an agreement, but I kind of enjoy the process to learn that side of the game a little more. But it all worked out well," said Byram on WGR.' … [Read more...] about Bowen Byram enjoyed process of signing new contract
Hamilton Take 2: Byram bets on himself with 2-year deal with Sabres
'I think this is a contract that benefits both sides. I already gave you one reason Byram likes it. Another could be that he can see if Kevyn Adams really is going to make this team better. Two years from now we’ll all know if this team is on the way up and in the playoffs, or if it’s the same old thing and the best players will be asking to be traded.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Byram bets on himself with 2-year deal with Sabres
“I have a lot more to give” | 2-year deal benefits both Byram and Buffalo
'“I’m happy it’s done and out of the way, now,” Byram told Sabres.com and Sabres Live, “and I can focus on getting prepared for the season and getting back with the guys and getting on the ice, which we’re all excited to do.”' … [Read more...] about “I have a lot more to give” | 2-year deal benefits both Byram and Buffalo
The Sabres Report - Jul 18, 2025
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Williamsville native Trevor Kuntar signs AHL contract with Amerks (Buffalo News) Williamsville’s Trevor Kuntar agrees to AHL contract with Rochester Amerks (Olean Times Herald) Amerks agree to terms with Tischke, Kuntar (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jul 17, 2025
Buffalo Sabres open 2025-26 NHL season Oct. 9 vs. NY Rangers, first of seven home games in October
'The Sabres’ 82-game schedule includes a six-game road trip that begins in eastern Pennsylvania and ends in the Pacific Northwest in December, and visits from the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers on Oct. 18 and Jan. 12.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres open 2025-26 NHL season Oct. 9 vs. NY Rangers, first of seven home games in October
Sabres add depth up front with another signing for Rochester
'He spent most of last season with the Hartford Wolf Pack, registering 13 goals, 24 points, 34 penalty minutes and minus-35 rating in 69 games for the New York Rangers’ AHL affiliate. He also recorded zero points in one outing with the Rangers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add depth up front with another signing for Rochester
2025-26 Sabres schedule features early home games, long trip in December
'They begin a six-game, 12-day road trip – their longest since January 2012 – Dec. 3 against the Philadelphia Flyers and end it Dec. 14 versus the Seattle Kraken.' … [Read more...] about 2025-26 Sabres schedule features early home games, long trip in December
The Sabres will play six of their first eight games at home
'Buffalo gets 19 days off in February for the Olympic Break.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres will play six of their first eight games at home
Buffalo Sabres release 2025-2026 Schedule
'The team will start the season at home on October 9 against the New York Rangers.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres release 2025-2026 Schedule
Sabres 25-26 schedule: Home opener Oct. 9, Maple Leafs visit twice, long December trip
'All-time scoring leader Alex Ovechkin will play in Buffalo with the Presidents Trophy-winning Washington Capitals on Nov. 1 and March 12. The Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers and star Connor McDavid come to KeyBank Center on Nov. 17, and former Sabres captain Jack Eichel returns with the Vegas Golden Knights on March 3. Recently traded JJ Peterka and the Utah … [Read more...] about Sabres 25-26 schedule: Home opener Oct. 9, Maple Leafs visit twice, long December trip