BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Sabres re-signed goalie Craig Anderson to a one-year deal on Thursday, giving them a veteran presence in net as they enter what they hope will be a promising season. Anderson, 41, will earn $1.5 million next season, the team announced — a 100% raise on the $750,000 he made in […]
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) – Bills legend Jim Kelly returned to the field at Highmark Stadium, but with much younger teammates this time. The 34th annual Jim Kelly football camp kicked off this week, and as usual, the kids had a great time. “It’s amazing actually,” camper Lucas Aiken said. “Meet some new friends, you […]
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — After getting inducted into the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame last October, former Canisius head basketball coach John Beilein is adding another Hall of Fame to his accomplishments. On Tuesday, it was announced that Beilein is one of nine college basketball players, coaches and contributors to be selected into the […]
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Buffalo Bisons invited a promising young shortstop to try out for the team in the summer of 1942. But the man declined, citing his plans to enlist in the Navy and serve in World War II. On Monday, the Bisons will finally get Roy Kinyon on the team. They plan […]
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Jessica Pegula heard the jokes from other players at Wimbledon: “They’re like, ‘Did you play yet? You still haven’t played?!’ And they’re already on their second-round matches.” The 28-year-old American, who is seeded No. 8 at the All England Club, finally got on court on Day 3 of the tournament to […]
In addition to practicing the game’s fundamentals, participants also learn about eating right, staying healthy, teamwork and good sportsmanship.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — For the first time since 2019, the top player in high school baseball in Western New York was awarded the Colpoys-Barrow Cup on Tuesday evening at Ilio DiPaolos. 17 players were nominated for the prestigious award, but it was Hamburg’s Nolan Smith that is coming home with the hardware after his […]
Conor Geekie’s a big body forward the Sabres could target in this year’s draft. At 6’3″… THE 18-year-old is one of the bigger centers among the top North American prospects. He finished last season with 70 points in 63 games for the Winnipeg Ice in the WHL. “Offensive zone is kind of where I thrive,” […]
BOCA RATON, Fla. (WIVB) — According to an update from the the Pegula family, Buffalo Bills and Sabres co-owner Kim Pegula is “progressing well” while dealing with an unexpected health issue. “Kim is progressing well and is resting and rehabilitating from a health issue,” the Pegulas’ statement said. “We are grateful for the medical professionals […]
Forward Cutter Gauthier wants whoever drafts him to remember one thing… “I’ll do whatever it takes to win,” Gauthier said. “I think each team had that understanding after speaking with them.” The 18-year-old plans to attend Boston College after the draft, so it appears he could look for more work at the center position to […]