BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Alex Tuch was one of two Sabres to skate in all 82 games this season. He was Buffalo's biggest plus mark on the scoresheet, matched a career-best in goals, and for a third year in a row fans bestowed Tuch with The Rick Memorial Award recognizing his on-ice excellence, resiliency and dedication to the community. But after ending his fourth season in … [Read more...] about 4 check: Sabres acknowledge their failures
Bills expected to focus on defensive needs in NFL draft
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane winced at the mention of cornerback Kaiir Elam’s name. Successful as the Bills general manager has been identifying talent in the NFL draft — quarterback Josh Allen, linebacker Terrel Bernard and receiver Khalil Shakir among them — over the past seven years, the misses remain a source of frustration. Elam, perhaps, stands out the … [Read more...] about Bills expected to focus on defensive needs in NFL draft
30 prospects in 30 days: Utah State’s Jalen Royals is one of the best deep threats in NFL Draft
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Jalen Royals put up some big time numbers at Utah State. The speedy wide receiver set a program record in 2023 hauling in 15 touchdowns. Royals is one of the best deep threats in this year's NFL draft. Two seasons ago, he led the country with seven touchdown catches of 50 or more yards. The Utah State product described his style of play as fierce, … [Read more...] about 30 prospects in 30 days: Utah State’s Jalen Royals is one of the best deep threats in NFL Draft
Lindy Ruff gets 900th victory in Sabres finale
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Sabres ended yet another lost season on a winning note, getting coach Lindy Ruff his weeklong-awaited 900th victory. Ryan McLeod had a goal and two assists, Alex Tuch and JJ Peterka each added a goal and an assist, Peyton Krebs and Jack Quinn also scored, and James Reimer made 22 saves as the Sabres beat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4 in the regular … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff gets 900th victory in Sabres finale
30 prospects in 30 days: Michigan’s Josaiah Stewart brings juice off the edge
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Josaiah Stewart had a very productive college career getting after the quarterback. Stewart racked up 30 career sacks at Michigan and prior to that at Coastal Carolina. "I sold off all my rushes with speed," said Stewart. "That's just the type of player I am and that keeps tackles on their toes. Once I'm throwing that fastball, you just got to play on … [Read more...] about 30 prospects in 30 days: Michigan’s Josaiah Stewart brings juice off the edge