The Buffalo Sabres are arguably the NHL’s hottest team at this moment, having won 18 of their last 22 games. They’ve kept up their winning ways more recently despite the loss of center Josh Norris, who suffered a rib injury on Jan. 14. While the latest injury to the Sabres’ oft-injured pivot was a cause of concern, it appears he is progressing in the right direction and is … [Read more...] about Snapshots: Sabres Injuries, Ravensbergen, Olympic Freeze
Sabres Acquire Gavin Bayreuther From Hurricanes
The Sabres and Hurricanes have made a small swap of AHL depth. Buffalo announced that it has acquired defenseman Gavin Bayreuther from Carolina in exchange for winger Viktor Neuchev. Bayreuther has subsequently been assigned to AHL Rochester while Neuchev will be sent to AHL Chicago. Bayreuther returned to North America this season after playing for Lausanne in Switzerland in … [Read more...] about Sabres Acquire Gavin Bayreuther From Hurricanes
Sabres Place Jacob Bryson On IR, Recall Zachary Jones
The Sabres placed defenseman Jacob Bryson on injured reserve Friday and recalled Zachary Jones from AHL Rochester to replace him on the active roster, according to Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News. Bryson, 28, is now ineligible to play in the Sabres’ next two contests in what is a light week for them. He suited up in Thursday’s 4-2 win over the Canadiens but left the team’s … [Read more...] about Sabres Place Jacob Bryson On IR, Recall Zachary Jones
Beck Malenstyn Forced Out Of Game
Buffalo Sabres forward Beck Malenstyn left the team’s victory over the Nashville Predators early after blocking a shot, and while the team did not announce any injury to the player, his status is nonetheless worth monitoring. The 27-year-old is a key bottom-six player for head coach Lindy Ruff, offering aggressive forechecking and physicality on a nightly basis. He has seven … [Read more...] about Beck Malenstyn Forced Out Of Game
Sabres Sign Josh Doan To Seven-Year Extension
According to ESPN’s Emily Kaplan, the Buffalo Sabres are nearing a contract extension with forward Josh Doan. A few moments later, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that it’ll be a seven-year, $48.65MM ($6.95MM AAV) deal. The Sabres have confirmed the contract. General Manager Jarmo Kekäläinen makes his first major move as the new leader of Buffalo’s front office. Doan’s … [Read more...] about Sabres Sign Josh Doan To Seven-Year Extension