'While fans might not be the biggest supports of the netminder, after protecting him from Vegas in the expansion draft, and with depth and the position less than inspiring, it makes sense for Buffalo to extend an offer.' … [Read more...] about Sabres extend qualifying offers to Lehner, Beaulieu and Foligno
Archives for June 2017
Sabres hire Sexton & Greeley as assistant GMs
'Sexton joins Buffalo after seven years with the Pittsburgh Penguins. In 2010 Sexton joined the Penguins staff as assistant director of amateur scouting. He was eventually promoted to Pittsburgh's director of amateur scouting, a role he served for two seasons. Sexton is a two-time NHL general manager, spending time with both the Ottawa Senators and Florida Panthers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Sexton & Greeley as assistant GMs
Former Sabres star Dave Andreychuk elected to Hockey Hall of Fame
'Andreychuk scored 640 goals and totaled 1339 points in his career which currently ranks 29th all-time in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres star Dave Andreychuk elected to Hockey Hall of Fame
Sabres qualify 6 restricted free agents
'Forwards Marcus Foligno, Zemgus Girgensons, Johan Larsson, Evan Rodrigues; defenseman Nathan Beaulieu; goaltender Robin Lehner.' … [Read more...] about Sabres qualify 6 restricted free agents
Sabres sign Fedun to 2-year contract
'Through parts of four NHL seasons, Fedun has totaled 14 points (2+12) and a plus-3 rating. In 292 regular-season games throughout his five AHL seasons, he has recorded 155 points (37+118) and a plus-24 rating, adding eight points (4+4) in 28 playoff games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Fedun to 2-year contract
Sabres hire Sexton, Greeley as assistant general managers
'Prior to his time with the Penguins, Sexton logged several years of NHL front office experience in stints with the Ottawa Senators (1990 to 1995) and the Florida Panthers (2007 to 2010). As one of the Senators' founders, he was instrumental in helping to bring an NHL team back to Ottawa, eventually serving as the club's president, chief executive officer and general manager … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Sexton, Greeley as assistant general managers
Former Sabre Andreychuk named to Hockey Hall of Fame
'"Breaking into the league at the same time as Phil and watching his career up close, there's no doubt in my mind it was well deserved that he got into the Hall of Fame," Andreychuk said. "I don't know him as well as a hockey coach, I only watch from afar, but knowing him as a person and the way he knows the game, I'm not surprised of his success there. I'm glad for Buffalo … [Read more...] about Former Sabre Andreychuk named to Hockey Hall of Fame
Jerry Sullivan: Botterill knows you're never too deep at center
'Botterill made it clear that the Sabres weren't going to make rash moves to win in the short term. He's not out to create a big splash for the fans, as Doug Whaley and Tim Murray did in previous Pegula administrations. Fans are justifiably impatient, but this new Sabres personnel department is not.' … [Read more...] about Jerry Sullivan: Botterill knows you’re never too deep at center
Inside the NHL: Petersen snub again shines spotlight on college free agent issue
'"It's disheartening because you think you made a good pick and you spend a lot of time and energy with these young players," Nashville GM David Poile said after the draft ended Saturday. "I don't want to say you're hoping because you're actually expecting they will sign, so it hurts."' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Petersen snub again shines spotlight on college free agent issue
Sabres GM Jason Botterill comfortable with scouts for NHL Draft
'“You don’t have your relationships with the scouting staff, you don’t know how things have gone at midseason meetings and some of the discussions there,” Botterill said Saturday following the draft inside the United Center. “It was a learning process. It was more of a difficult situation.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill comfortable with scouts for NHL Draft
Luukkonen sees opportunity with the Sabres
'"Of course it's a great situation when you know there's space for you to fit in and you know there's something to work for. You have a goal to work for, and I think it's a great situation for me."' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen sees opportunity with the Sabres
GM Jason Botterill isn't interested in a "quick fix" for the Sabres
'"It's a scenario where you're trying to balance things out," he said. "You're trying to make improvements, you're trying to bring people in - players that are going to help our organization right away. You always have to have a look on the long term. We can't be sacrificing young players -- we can't be sacrificing draft picks for a short term fix."' … [Read more...] about GM Jason Botterill isn’t interested in a “quick fix” for the Sabres
After chaotic two months, Sabres get chance to be a team again
'“Jason did a great job making us feel welcome, making us feel comfortable with his program,” Jeff Crisp, the Sabres’ head amateur scout, said Saturday. “As advertised, he was a GM-in-waiting for a lot of different NHL teams for a reason. He’s very intelligent and very prepared. I’ve learned a lot already and hope to learn more from him and work with him to help the Sabres.”' … [Read more...] about After chaotic two months, Sabres get chance to be a team again
Mike Harrington: Draft weekend gives a glimpse to Botterill's measured approach
'Botterill knows this franchise hasn't been to the playoffs in six years or won a single playoff series in a decade. But he's going on a slow roll here. There will be no more damning of the torpedos and full speed ahead.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Draft weekend gives a glimpse to Botterill’s measured approach
Sabres Notebook: Top European goalie picked; Buffalo goes for unknown in third round
'The Sabres are getting a goalie who’s been strapping on the pads since he could walk. He went straight to the net when he started playing street hockey, and he stayed in the crease as soon as there was ice under his feet.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Top European goalie picked; Buffalo goes for unknown in third round