Sabres retained money in Thomas Vanek trade with Isles; rookie Nikita Zadorov might stick in NHLSource: Olean Times Herald ‘But, according to ESPN.com’s Pierre LeBrun, if that first-rounder is a top-10 pick, the Isles can defer it to 2015.’ Related posts: Nikita Zadorov’s cut finger won’t force Sabres to keep rookie Sabres rookie Nikita Zadorov injures hand in exhibition finale European opener may be in the offing Stunner: Sabres deal co-captain Thomas Vanek to Isles for Matt Moulson and two high draft picks Sabres trade up, select D Myers with 12th pick