Kulich reassigned to Rochester by Buffalo Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres have made an announcement on Sunday, stating that they have assigned forward Jiri Kulich to the Rochester Americans. This decision comes after Kulich captained Czechia to a bronze medal at the recently concluded 2024 IIHF World Junior Championship.

Kulich had an outstanding performance in the tournament, finishing tied for the lead with 12 points (6+6) in seven games. He also scored two game-winning goals, which earned him a spot on the tournament All-Star Team. Despite being just 19 years old, Kulich has been making waves in the AHL this season. He currently ranks tied for fourth in the league with 16 goals, despite only playing 23 games.

Interestingly, the three players ahead of Kulich in terms of goals – Rocco Grimaldi, Adam Gaudette, and Pierrick Dube – have all played at least 31 games. This further highlights Kulich’s impressive performance in the limited number of games he has played.

Looking ahead, the Rochester Americans have back-to-back games scheduled in Charlotte, taking place on Friday and Saturday. Notably, the Saturday game will be played outdoors at Truist Field, the home of the Charlotte Knights Triple-A baseball team. This game, called the Queen City Outdoor Classic, promises to be an exciting event.

In summary, the Buffalo Sabres have assigned Jiri Kulich to the Rochester Americans following his successful participation in the World Junior Championship. Kulich has been performing exceptionally well in the AHL this season, despite playing fewer games than his competitors. Additionally, Rochester will be playing in an outdoor game at Truist Field, adding to the anticipation and excitement surrounding Kulich and his team.