'However, those one-on-one matchups against Lukas equipped Mattias with a fierce competitive edge that has him on the cusp of an NHL career in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson inching closer to realizing NHL dream with Sabres
Archives for June 30, 2019
Victor Olofsson 'on the radar' to be a regular with Sabres next season
'Rather than handing out a lucrative free-agent contract, the Sabres could opt to bet on Olofsson to earn a top-six role this fall. He's a cost-effective option — the entry-level contract will pay $767,500 in 2019-20 — and has already proven to have chemistry with Jack Eichel.' … [Read more...] about Victor Olofsson ‘on the radar’ to be a regular with Sabres next season
Colin Miller has 'mixed feelings' following trade from Vegas to Sabres
'"Mixed feelings," Miller said in a conference call Saturday. "I think we had something really special going on there in Vegas and they’re going to have a great team moving forward. Turning around, it’s going to be great. It’s going to be a great opportunity. Seeing what Buffalo did last year through a healthy stretch of the season was very encouraging obviously for the city of … [Read more...] about Colin Miller has ‘mixed feelings’ following trade from Vegas to Sabres
Botterill toes the line, but latest trade means Ristolainen will be dealt
'There was plenty of chatter in Vancouver the Sabres were shopping Ristolainen hard and the reason, in fact, was that he indicated it was time to go after six mostly disappointing seasons.' … [Read more...] about Botterill toes the line, but latest trade means Ristolainen will be dealt
Sabres first-round pick Dylan Cozens to see specialist after suffering thumb injury in 3-on-3 tournament
'"I saw the videos and stuff. I think it looked a lot worse than it really was," Cozens said. "I'm feeling good. I'm not concerned. I'm confident it feels good but I'll learn more when I see the specialist."' … [Read more...] about Sabres first-round pick Dylan Cozens to see specialist after suffering thumb injury in 3-on-3 tournament
Colin Miller’s arrival could spell end of Rasmus Ristolainen’s Sabres tenure
'Ristolainen looks beaten down by all the losing he has endured over his six-year career.' … [Read more...] about Colin Miller’s arrival could spell end of Rasmus Ristolainen’s Sabres tenure
Sabres prospect Dylan Cozens suffers thumb injury
'“It’s good,” he said. “I saw the videos and stuff. I think it looked a lot worse than it really was. I’m seeing a specialist Monday. Right when it happened, I wanted to get right back out there.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Dylan Cozens suffers thumb injury
Sabres adding Miller doesn’t mean subtracting Ristolainen
'“I think there’s always a demand for those,” he said, referring to Miller and Ristolainen both being right-shot defenseman and playing under reasonably priced contracts. “I’m never going to be in a situation where I complain about too much depth.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres adding Miller doesn’t mean subtracting Ristolainen
Sabres Owner Pegula Tells AP: It's Time To Start Winning
'"At the time you always think you're doing what you think is right with the information you have. But now as we sit here, all those steps, whether they were mistakes or not, is kind of where we are now," she added. "You can't think they're all bad because we've got Jack (Eichel), we've got (Jeff) Skinner, we've got (Rasmus) Dahlin. ... So all that wouldn't have happened if … [Read more...] about Sabres Owner Pegula Tells AP: It’s Time To Start Winning
Sabres' Dylan Cozens suffers apparent hand injury at development camp
'During a development camp scrimmage Saturday, Cozens was skating for the puck and was hip-checked by defenseman Brandon Hickey. As he went over Hickey's back, Cozens put his left hand out and landed on it, hitting the ice hard. The 18-year-old took off his glove and skated directly over to the bench, where trainers escorted him to the dressing room. From the looks of things - … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dylan Cozens suffers apparent hand injury at development camp
Sabres' Miller is looking forward to his new team
'Miller knows the type of team the Sabres have and he thinks they’re building towards what he thinks works in the NHL, “A lot of speed and a lot of skill. In the new NHL that is absolutely what you need. You see all the teams that are successful like Tampa and Toronto, its speed, speed, speed and that aggressive style, so I think it’ll be exciting to see what we can do.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Miller is looking forward to his new team
Sabres' Botterill is ready for Free Agency
'Free agency isn’t all about Buffalo. Botterill wants to win in Rochester too and he said he keeps that in mind, “We talked about it last week, a No. 3 goalie is very important for us and we like our depth on defense, but if we can find an opportunity to maybe bring in one or two forwards, we’ll certainly look at that.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Botterill is ready for Free Agency
Watch: Sabres GM addresses trade rumors & offseason plans
'On Saturday at development camp, Sabres GM Jason Botterill spoke with reporters, addressing some of the rumors. Botterill also shared his thoughts on new defenseman Colin Miller.' … [Read more...] about Watch: Sabres GM addresses trade rumors & offseason plans
Report: Sabres will likely land Curtis Lazar
'The 24-year-old center spent most of last season with the Stockton Heat in the AHL where he scored 20 goals and added 21 assists in 57 games played. A former first-round pick, Lazar has played in 246 games tallying 51 career points.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres will likely land Curtis Lazar
Could Ristolainen be on the move?
'Botterill added he’s been encouraged with the talks between new head coach Ralph Krueger, the organization and Ristolainen, but wouldn’t detail whether the defenseman had requested a trade.' … [Read more...] about Could Ristolainen be on the move?