BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Buffalo Sabres brought back Lindy Ruff as head coach on Monday, marking the return of a fan favorite who led the team to the 1999 Stanley Cup Final. Ruff replaces Don Granato, who was fired last Tuesday after three seasons behind the bench. The Sabres have not made the playoff since firing Ruff during the 2012-13 season, stretching their … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Lindy Ruff for second stint as head coach
How likely are the Buffalo Bills to trade up in the NFL Draft?
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Buffalo Bills own the 28th overall pick in Thursday night's first round of the NFL Draft. How likely are they to trade up? General manager Brandon Beane acknowledged during his pre-draft press conference that he wouldn't hesitate to execute a trade if the price is right, as he has in previous drafts. Bills would prefer to be on receiving … [Read more...] about How likely are the Buffalo Bills to trade up in the NFL Draft?
4 check: How the Sabres fell short of playoff expectations
Update: The Sabres fired head coach Don Granato and two assistants on Wednesday morning. BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — General manager Kevyn Adams set high a standard of success for the Sabres as training camp opened: “When I think about playoffs, our expectation of course is there. But honestly, our expectation is to win the Stanley Cup,” he said. “I think our window’s open right … [Read more...] about 4 check: How the Sabres fell short of playoff expectations
30 prospects in 30 days: the measurables of Michigan’s Mike Sainristil go beyond height and weight
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Mike Sainristil did it all during his five seasons at the University of Michigan. He made 33 starts, nine on offense and 23 on defense. He made the switch to defensive back in 2022 and was able to showcase his elite athletic ability. "One of the better cases in switching positions so late in your college career, shoutout to coach Harbaugh because … [Read more...] about 30 prospects in 30 days: the measurables of Michigan’s Mike Sainristil go beyond height and weight
Sabres fire coach Don Granato
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Sabres have fired coach Don Granato and two of his assistants, the team announced Tuesday morning. Granato concluded his third full season behind the Sabres bench with a 39-37-6 record, missing the playoffs for an NHL-record 13th consecutive season. Including his time as interim head coach in 2021, Granato had a 122-125-27 record. The seventh … [Read more...] about Sabres fire coach Don Granato