'Montreal decided to deal Beaulieu because they didn’t want to expose him to the Vegas Golden Knights in the upcoming expansion draft. The idea was to get something in return, although the third-round draft pick reflects Beaulieu’s falling value.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens trade Nathan Beaulieu to Buffalo for third-round draft pick
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Beaulieu to Buffalo
'"Nathan has a lot of potential," recalled the CEO. But a player must take responsibility. I can not point the finger at Claude Julien, Jean-Jacques Daigneault, Martin Lapointe or Rob Ramage for his development. He must ask himself questions as to where he is. Is it a matter of mind? Why can he play six good games and then have trouble for 12 games?' … [Read more...] about Beaulieu to Buffalo
Nathan Beaulieu on the Sabers
'Beaulieu had no contract for the next season, and was going to become a restricted free agent. The Canadian was also likely to lose him in the draft of the expansion for the benefit of the new Las Vegas team, and General Manager Marc Bergevin obviously tried to get something in return. The Sabers offer suggests that the value of the young defender is clearly down in the … [Read more...] about Nathan Beaulieu on the Sabers
Trade buzz amuses Evander Kane, who is focused on hockey and scoring goals
'“Do I worry about the rumours? No. The funny part about rumours is that if you don’t know something is going on, then nobody else does,” said the 6-foot-2, 211-pound Kane. “I have an agent (Don Meehan) who is knowledgable and tapped in. He gives me updates when I need updates. I’d like to think I’m well informed when I need to be.”' … [Read more...] about Trade buzz amuses Evander Kane, who is focused on hockey and scoring goals
Sabres acquire defenseman Nathan Beaulieu from Canadiens
'The 24-year-old set career highs with four goals, 24 assists and 28 points last season, his fifth in the NHL. Montreal was in danger of losing Beaulieu in the expansion draft, while Buffalo has room to protect him.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire defenseman Nathan Beaulieu from Canadiens
Canadiens send defenceman Nathan Beaulieu to Sabres for third-round pick
'In 225 career regular-season games, Beaulieu has 60 points (7-53) and 152 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens send defenceman Nathan Beaulieu to Sabres for third-round pick
Sabres acquire D Beaulieu from Canadiens
'Beaulieu, a first-round pick (17th overall) in 2011, was drafted by the Canadiens after four seasons in the QMJHL with the Saint John Sea Dogs that included a Memorial Cup championship in 2011 and QMJHL titles in 2011 and 2012.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire D Beaulieu from Canadiens
Sabres trade for Nathan Beaulieu
'The 24-year-old is a guy who can skate that probably can benefit from Phil Housley being his coach.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade for Nathan Beaulieu
McCabe: 'When Housley has something to say, you're going to listen to him'
'"You know his resume, and you know he knows the game. When he has something to say, you're going to listen to him. That was three or four years ago, so I'm sure he's changed over the last couple of years working under (Peter) Laviolette. Obviously he's learned a lot about the pro game and the coaching game, and he's ready to make the next step. I think we're all pretty excited … [Read more...] about McCabe: ‘When Housley has something to say, you’re going to listen to him’
Sabres trade 3rd round pick for D Nathan Beaulieu
'Beaulieu is viewed by analysts as an upgrade to the Sabres D-corps with his size along with his ability to skate and move the puck.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade 3rd round pick for D Nathan Beaulieu
Acquiring Beaulieu isn't a splashy move, but it's a low-risk deal with very little downside
'Beaulieu will likely start the season on the Sabres second or third pairing, depending on how the remainder of the offseason plays out.' … [Read more...] about Acquiring Beaulieu isn’t a splashy move, but it’s a low-risk deal with very little downside
Ullmark and wife rock goalie masks at wedding
'The couple said on Twitter they didn't wear the masks during the ceremony, they sported them after for photos.' … [Read more...] about Ullmark and wife rock goalie masks at wedding
Nathan Beaulieu traded to Sabres
'Beaulieu completed his fifth season with the Canadiens in 2016-17.' … [Read more...] about Nathan Beaulieu traded to Sabres
Sabres acquire defenseman Beaulieu
'Following this trade, the Sabres still have seven picks in the 2017 NHL Draft in the following rounds: 1st, 2nd, 2nd (from Minnesota), 3rd (from Washington), 4th, 6th and 7th.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire defenseman Beaulieu
Jason Botterill says he's settling in nicely as Sabres GM
'“The amount of resources this organization has is very impressive, from an analytics standpoint, from pro scouts,” Botterill said. “I’ve been getting a lot of great information. Is there still a feeling-out process? Yes, but I’ve gotten a lot of information.”' … [Read more...] about Jason Botterill says he’s settling in nicely as Sabres GM