'"It has been a long wait, you have not been able to plan anything and now I can finally plan my future. I love to call Buffalo my new hometown."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabers chose Rasmus Dahlin in NHL draft
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Here's your Buffalo, Rasmus Dahlin
'"Buffalo" is not just a city - it's also the English word for both bisonoxe and scare. Hence the following sentence, in English, is grammatically correct: "Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo." In Swedish: " Buffalo Buffalo [as] Buffalo Buffets Scare, Scare Buffalo Buffalo." … [Read more...] about Here’s your Buffalo, Rasmus Dahlin
The wait is over: Sabres make Dahlin the No. 1 overall pick
'Dahlin becomes the third No. 1 overall pick made by the Sabres since they came into the NHL, joining Gilbert Perreault in the club's inaugural draft in 1970 and Pierre Turgeon in 1987. The 6-foot-2 defenseman from Frolunda of the Swedish Hockey League is expected to be an immediate contributor and the kind of defenseman who can instantly transform Housley's attack-based system … [Read more...] about The wait is over: Sabres make Dahlin the No. 1 overall pick
Finally a Sabre: In a frozen moment, Dahlin (and mom) are Buffalo-bound
'“Rasmus is very calm and comfortable in himself, which exudes that confidence when he’s doing all these interviews and meeting all these players,” said Chris Bandura, the Sabres’ vice president of media relations, who met multiple times with Dahlin. “He’s very mature for a young kid. You would never guess his age if you see how he acts and interacts with different people, … [Read more...] about Finally a Sabre: In a frozen moment, Dahlin (and mom) are Buffalo-bound
Why Sabres first overall pick Rasmus Dahlin looks like a game-changer
'He's been playing against men since he was 16 years old.' … [Read more...] about Why Sabres first overall pick Rasmus Dahlin looks like a game-changer
Rasmus Dahlin after he was drafted: 'I love to call my new town Buffalo'
'Yeah, they are great fans. I heard so many great things about them. Like they love hockey in that city and I can see that, when they come to me, they know me and I don’t even play in the NHL. So they probably love hockey. So, yeah, I’ve heard so many great things about them. I’m super excited to meet all the fans.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin after he was drafted: ‘I love to call my new town Buffalo’
Mike Harrington: Sabres must capitalize on Rasmus Dahlin's impact
'Botterill is desperate for a goalie now that he's signed off that there will be no return of Robin Lehner. And no Philipp Grubauer either, now that the Washington backup is off to Colorado. As wondrous as Dahlin is, Botterill better find someone to stop some pucks or this team still isn't going very far.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres must capitalize on Rasmus Dahlin’s impact
Botterill still working on deals to land another first-rounder
'"We're ready to pick No. 1, preparing to pick at No. 32 and looking at different scenarios to see if we can move up from that point," Botterill said today during a pre-draft media briefing in the W hotel. "We've certainly had discussions with other teams. Putting a percentage on that is difficult to say."' … [Read more...] about Botterill still working on deals to land another first-rounder
Draft Notebook: Sabres walk away from Lehner, Bylsma joins Wings
'Lehner was a lightning rod for criticism during his three years in Buffalo, largely because former GM Tim Murray spent a first-round pick on him (No. 21 overall) at the 2015 draft in Florida. Murray scouted and drafted Lehner for the Ottawa Senators and Lehner had helped Binghamton win the AHL's Calder Cup while in the Ottawa organization.' … [Read more...] about Draft Notebook: Sabres walk away from Lehner, Bylsma joins Wings
Who was the first to shake Rasmus Dahlin's hand on stage? Meet Rosie.
'Rosie’s dad, Chris Bandura, is the team’s vice president of media relations. Two years ago, when Buffalo hosted the draft, his colleague from the Vancouver Canucks asked if Rosie could assist the team as a runner. That’s someone who fetches drinks, snacks, and photocopies for the hockey officials who can’t leave the team’s draft table while the draft is underway. Most of the … [Read more...] about Who was the first to shake Rasmus Dahlin’s hand on stage? Meet Rosie.
Josh Allen welcomes Rasmus Dahlin to Buffalo — with wings
'Welcome to Buffalo @rasmusdahlin00! Can’t wait to watch you play, wings on me later this summer. #LetsGoBuffalo.' … [Read more...] about Josh Allen welcomes Rasmus Dahlin to Buffalo — with wings
Selection by Sabres emotional for Rasmus Dahlin
'Drafting Dahlin instantly transforms a once-proud team that has become a laughingstock in recent seasons. For the next 10 or even 15 years, the Sabres will likely possess one of the NHL’s top defensemen.' … [Read more...] about Selection by Sabres emotional for Rasmus Dahlin
Sabres in market for goalie after letting loose Robin Lehner
'The Sabres clearly have reservations about Ullmark, who struggled during the AHL playoffs, posting a ghastly 5.50 goals-against average and an .800 save percentage in three April outings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres in market for goalie after letting loose Robin Lehner
Swede surprise for Dahlin
'Sportsnet greeted him with a video clip from Mats Sundin, the only other Swede to go first overall, in 1989. “Welcome to the NHL,” Sundin said in two languages. “We are No. 1”.' … [Read more...] about Swede surprise for Dahlin
GM: Sabres parting ways with starting goalie Robin Lehner
'Botterill calls it a “difficult decision” in saying the team has informed Lehner he’s not coming back. He spoke to reporters Friday in Dallas, hours before the Sabres open the NHL draft with the No. 1 pick.' … [Read more...] about GM: Sabres parting ways with starting goalie Robin Lehner