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Matej Pekar

Amerks’ Performance Brings Sabres’ Organizational Depth Into Question

Brandon Seltenrich | May 18, 2021

The Buffalo Sabres have now missed the playoffs for the 10th straight season, tying the all-time NHL record for the longest playoff drought. In seasons past, however, the Sabres at…

Categories Editor's Choice, Rochester Americans, Sabres Prospects

Sabres Prospects: 5 Amerks Players to Watch When the AHL Resumes

Brandon Seltenrich | January 27, 2021

With the return of the NHL a few weeks ago, there has been no loss of nightly action, and hockey fans haven’t had to search long for something to watch.…

Categories Rochester Americans, Sabres Prospects

6 Sabres Prospects Shoot for WJC Rosters

Jeff Seide | December 11, 2019

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Not just for the holidays, but for the 2020 IIHF World Junior Championship, which will be hosted by the Czech Republic from…

Categories Editor's Choice, Sabres Prospects, World Junior Hockey Championship

Sabres Weekly: Depth, Reasons for Concern, Matej Pekar and More

Jordan Deshane | October 14, 2019

Welcome to Buffalo Sabres Weekly, where you can catch up on the last week of the Sabres throughout the 2019-20 season. From trending topics to news and notes, this is…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Column

7 Sabres to Watch at Prospects Challenge

Jeff Seide | September 5, 2019

The 5th annual Prospects Challenge takes place this week, starting Friday, Sept. 6 and ending Monday, Sept 9. Prospects from the Buffalo Sabres, Boston Bruins, New Jersey Devils and Pittsburgh…

Categories Sabres Prospects

Barrie Colts Developing Nicely for the NHL

Ryan Noble | December 21, 2018

The Barrie Colts have had a strong history of sending well-developed talent to the NHL through the entry draft. In the Dale Hawerchuk era, we have seen the number of…

Categories NHL Prospects, OHL

Sabres Sign Pekar the Pest

Jeff Seide | October 18, 2018

While homeowners wince at the idea of pests in their house, the Buffalo Sabres have gladly welcomed one to their organization, inking forward Matej Pekar to a three-year, entry-level contract.…

Categories Sabres Prospects

6 Stories from Sabres Development Camp

Jeff Seide | July 1, 2018

The Buffalo Sabres development camp wrapped up at Harborcenter on Saturday. It was an exciting week for fans who filled the arena every day. On several occasions, general manager Jason Botterill,…

Categories Sabres Prospects

2018 NHL Draft: 10 Risers from Fisher’s Final Top 100

Larry Fisher | June 12, 2018

Fisher’s Top 100 for June: Final Rankings Following Combine Fisher’s Top 100 for May: Following U18 Tournament Fisher’s Top 100 for April: Following Regular Season Fisher’s Top 100 for February:…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects

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