Archives for July 2, 2017

'Johnson (6'3", 196 lbs., 6/10/1986) appeared in 36 games for the Calgary Flames in 2016-17, posting an 18-15-1 record with a .910 save percentage, a 2.59 goals-against average and a career-best three shutouts. The Saskatoon, Saskatchewan native returns to Buffalo after logging career highs in games played (45) and wins (22) with the Sabres during a 2015-16 campaign which saw … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goaltender Johnson to 1-year contract

'Johnson said he looks forward to competing with Lehner, with whom he developed a strong relationship that season, and cited the potential to work with again with goalie coach Andrew Allen - although he has not officially been named as a member of Housley's staff - as a determining factor in his decision.' … [Read more...] about Johnson returned to Buffalo to settle ‘unfinished business’

'More than anything, Johnson established a reputation for being a reliable goaltender with a calming demeanor. He was voted as the team's unsung hero at season's end.' … [Read more...] about What you need to know about the Chad Johnson deal

'Pouliot (6'3", 204 lbs., 9/29/1986) joins the Sabres after three years with the Edmonton Oilers in which he recorded 84 total points (41+43) in 180 regular-season games. In his time with the Oilers, Pouliot averaged 1.81 points and .88 goals per 60 minutes of 5-on-5 ice time. … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Pouliot to 1-year contract

'"For me, it's mostly about speed and forecheck and putting pressure eon the D, turning pucks over," he said. "Last year I had my fair share of penalty killing, which I've never had before which was really good for me personally and as a team.' … [Read more...] about Pouliot looking forward to fresh start with Sabres

'Wilcox (6'0", 189 lbs., 11/26/1992) combined to play 47 AHL games for the Syracuse Crunch and the Springfield Falcons last season, posting a 25-13-7 record with a .906 save percentage and a 2.63 goals-against average. A sixth-round pick (178th overall) in the 2011 NHL Draft, Wilcox has compiled a 34-27-15 record with a .900 save percentage and a 2.90 goals-against average in … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Wilcox to 1-year contract

'Josefson (6'0", 190 lbs., 3/2/1991) recorded 10 points (1+9) and 16 penalty minutes for the New Jersey Devils during the 2016-17 season. A seven-year NHL veteran, Josefson has totaled 60 points (18+42) and 78 penalty minutes in 276 career games, all with the Devils.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Josefson to 1-year deal

'Porter (5'11", 191 lbs., 3/12/1986) led the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins with 35 assists in the 2016-17 AHL regular season and tied for third on the team with 46 points. His six points (0+6) in five AHL playoff games also tied for the Penguins' team lead. The Detroit native has tallied 250 total points (95+155) in 357 games through seven AHL seasons.' … [Read more...] about Porter, Criscuolo sign 2-year deals with Sabres

'Griffith (5'9", 191 lbs., 1/4/1993) spent time the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers last season, combining to record five assists and a plus-6 rating in 24 games. He also played 38 games for the Toronto Marlies in 2016-17, where he posted 44 points (10+34) and led the team in points per game (1.16).' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Griffith agree to 1-year deal

'Tennyson (6'2", 205 lbs., 4/23/1990) played a career-high 45 games for the Carolina Hurricanes last season, posting six assists and six penalty minutes. During his 105-game NHL career, Tennyson has recorded 20 points (3+17) and 24 penalty minutes while playing for the Hurricanes and San Jose Sharks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Tennyson to 2-year deal

'Botterill explained that the move to bring in Johnson was made for two reasons. The first was his belief that it will be more valuable for Ullmark to develop by continuing to play every day in Rochester as opposed to sitting on the bench in Buffalo, and the second was to add to the team's organizational depth.' … [Read more...] about Botterill wraps up Day 1 of free agency, discusses newest additions

'With the departures of Tyler Ennis, Marcus Foligno, and William Carrier - and barring any more changes - the left wing will undoubtedly be the most scrutinized position when camp begins in the fall.' … [Read more...] about A very early look at the Sabres’ organizational depth chart