Archives for July 2013

'The Hurricanes, Rutherford said, also wanted to have Sekera. He said they first offered Buffalo the fifth pick and McBain for the Sabres’ first-round choice, No. 8 overall, and Sekera but couldn’t make it work.' … [Read more...] about Hurricanes get Lindholm, Sekera

'The 19-year old Toronto native went into his second year of eligibility after experiencing a healthy season with the Saginaw Spirit where he finished as the No. 4 overall point producer in the Ontario Hockey League with 44 goals and 53 assists for 97 points.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres select Saginaw Spirit forward Eric Locke

'The 6-foot-1, 220-pound defenseman draws credit for his physical, defensive-minded play, although he has the skill and willingness to jump into the offense when necessary – posting 21-32-53 in 62 games for coach Matt Plante. Scouts are impressed by his skating ability for his size, as well as his hands and shooting ability.' … [Read more...] about Former Xaverian star Florentino to Sabres

'Listed at 6-foot-3 and 201 pounds, Ristolainen is regarded as a hard-hitting player who also possesses a heavy shot. He had three goals and 15 points in 52 games in his first full season playing for Finland's TPS last season. Ristolainen has also combined for two goals and nine points in 13 games in each of the past two World Junior Championships.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select D Ristolainen with 8th pick in draft

'NHL Central Scouting's Chris Edwards described Zadorov as being one of the best skating defensemen available in the draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres restock blueline in 1st round of NHL draft

'McBain is a 2006 second-round draft pick, who proved inconsistent over three-plus seasons with the Hurricanes. He has 19 goals and 75 points in 206 career games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire McBain in deal with Hurricanes

'He will play physical and is a big man whom if he makes contact, you are fully aware of as an opponent. He doesn't get rattled and his composure should not be mistaken for any type of 'laissez-faire' attitude because when the game becomes challenging and the moments important, he is ready, willing and capable of taking a leading role to make a positive difference.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Select D Rasmus Ristolainen With 8th Overall Pick

'"Nikita is another of the 'big man' defence prospects. His skating base is very good and his stride is long and powerful and he's able to gain a lot of ice quickly."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Select D Nikita Zadorov with 16th overall pick

'"Has good hands with a good shot and is able to play in tight areas. Very good awareness and makes good plays with and without puck in all areas."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Select J.T. Compher With 35th Overall Pick

'rn September 19th, 1995 at 17-years-old, Hurley is the youngest player in this year's draft class. His birthday fell on the exact cut-off date for the draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Select Connor Hurley With the 38th Overall Pick

'With the 52nd overall pick, and their 3rd pick of the 2nd round, the Buffalo Sabres have selected Williamsville native Justin Bailey.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Select Williamsville Native Justin Bailey with the 52nd Pick

'Andrej Sekera played 339 games in the past seven seasons for the Sabres, scoring 17 goals and 92 points. He had 2 goals and 10 assists in last year's lockout-shortened season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Trade Sekera

'On Friday the free agent market opens. Regier said, “We’ve done some preliminary work, now we’ll go back, with Reggie’s trade and some other things that we’re still looking to do, we’ll get right into that tomorrow.” Regier added, “The focus will be our lineup first and maybe some holes that we have to fill or try to fill through free agency or trades.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres now head into the next step of change

'"We want to become bigger," said Regier. "We want to be more physical. The game is moving that way right now. Hopefully that will remain consistent when these guys start their NHL careers."' … [Read more...] about Regier Expresses Need for Sabres to Get Bigger

'"It's just the experience," said Rolston. "For us, we've got an exciting time here with four picks as high as we do."' … [Read more...] about Rolston Sees Draft As Opportunity