'Rousek is under contract with Sparta Praha through the 2020-21 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres close out NHL Draft by taking Lukas Rousek in sixth round
Archives for June 2019
The Sabres went from a tall goalie to a Czech Republic forward on Day 2 of the NHL Draft
'Jankowski has a big say at the draft table and he has a way he handles his staff, “That’s the focus of our group that we have to stay in the now and don’t play GM. Assess the talent, look at what the talent brings, feed us the information, we make decisions on the upside of the player, the potential of the player and then at the end of the day, management really has to make … [Read more...] about The Sabres went from a tall goalie to a Czech Republic forward on Day 2 of the NHL Draft
Sabres' Botterill was calculated in getting players he targeted
'With Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen having double hip surgery, he may not be ready to start in Rochester. That means in the next few weeks, Botterill needs to bring in a No. 3 goalie, “We have to be very patient with Luukkonen. It is a little bit of a setback, so we feel very comfortable with our two goalies at the National Hockey League, we have Jonas where we think he can help out in … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Botterill was calculated in getting players he targeted
Sabres draft goaltender Erik Portillo 67th overall
'He's committed to playing college hockey at the University of Michigan, where Botterill played for four seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres draft goaltender Erik Portillo 67th overall
With draft over, Botterill & Sabres prepare for free agency
'“I think hopefully by stepping up and signing Jeff Skinner shows that we’re going to reward players who want to be apart of things here in Buffalo. I think that mix is hopefully attractive to other players out there. We certainly demonstrated, start of the year, what we can accomplish. Now it’s up to us to take the next step and do it over the course of 82 games.”' … [Read more...] about With draft over, Botterill & Sabres prepare for free agency
Sabres round out 2019 Draft Class with 4-pick day
'The Sabres began the day by selecting goaltender Erik Portillo (6'6", 209 lbs., 9/3/2000) in the third round (67th overall). Portillo spent the 2018-19 season with Frölunda in Sweden's SuperElit (U20) league, where he led all goaltenders in both save percentage (.931) and goals-against average (1.99) while also tying for the league lead with 21 wins in 26 appearances. He added … [Read more...] about Sabres round out 2019 Draft Class with 4-pick day
Botterill, Jankowski recap Day 2 of the NHL Draft
'"It's a huge balance, taking a player who can play in two years versus taking a player who's going to be even better in seven years," Jankowski said. "That's a very different way of looking at things. From my standpoint, it's about keeping our guys focused on the player, what he's going to be at the height of his career."' … [Read more...] about Botterill, Jankowski recap Day 2 of the NHL Draft
Sabres 'very comfortable' taking Dylan Cozens at No. 7 in NHL draft
'"Size, speed," Botterill said when asked what attracted the Sabres to Cozens. "It’s not just speed – the way he plays. He pushes the pace quite a bit out there. Versatility, playing center and playing wing. His ability to play a two-way game. There were so many different attributes. You look over our report trail with him all year, whether it was [the Hlinka Gretzky Cup] in … [Read more...] about Sabres ‘very comfortable’ taking Dylan Cozens at No. 7 in NHL draft
Dylan Cozens was right choice at the perfect time for Sabres
'"We were locked in based off our list and how we prepared for it," said General Manager Jason Botterill. "But I'll tell you right off the bat, there was a lot of players in there that I'd like to have on my team. A lot of different types of players. Defensemen, scoring wingers, power forwards. It was a unique draft that seemed to sort of touch point on every position."' … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens was right choice at the perfect time for Sabres
Sabres to open season on road for first time since 2013, meet Devils in home opener
'The Devils will be coming into Buffalo on a back-to-back after opening their season at home Oct. 4 against Winnipeg. Those will be the first two NHL games for presumptive No. 1 overall draft pick Jack Hughes, who is slated to be selected here Friday night. The last time the Sabres played a home opener against New Jersey was a 2-1 win on Jan. 25, 1994 at the start of the … [Read more...] about Sabres to open season on road for first time since 2013, meet Devils in home opener
5 things to know about new Buffalo Sabre Dylan Cozens
Cozens checked into the NHL Scouting Combine at 6-foot-3, 183 pounds, one inch taller and slightly lighter than his new teammate, Jack Eichel. On top of that, many hockey experts, including Lethbridge coach Brent Kisio, praise his speed and puck control to go along with his intimidating frame.' … [Read more...] about 5 things to know about new Buffalo Sabre Dylan Cozens
Five things to know about Sabres first-round pick Ryan Johnson
'He drew scouts’ attention last season with the Sioux Falls Stampede. Johnson racked up 33 points on six goals and 19 assists last season with the Stampede in the United States Hockey League. That performance earned him a spot on the USHL All-Rookie Team.' … [Read more...] about Five things to know about Sabres first-round pick Ryan Johnson
Dylan Cozens completes ‘far-fetched dream’ with selection by Sabres
'“It always felt like a far-fetched dream and not really achievable, but I believed it and I believed in myself that I can make this happen one day,” an excited Cozens, 18, said shortly after the Sabres selected him seventh overall Friday at the NHL Draft. “Now that it’s finally here it’s a crazy feeling.”' … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens completes ‘far-fetched dream’ with selection by Sabres
Sabres GM Jason Botterill knows teams will ask about Rasmus Ristolainen
'“We understand there’s going to be inquiries about him,” Botterill said Friday morning, hours before the NHL Draft inside Rogers Arena. “We’re open as an organization to continuing to try to find ways to improve our team. But we realize and we’re very glad to have Risto here as part of our organization.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill knows teams will ask about Rasmus Ristolainen
Yukon’s Dylan Cozens selected by the Buffalo Sabres seventh overall in the NHL draft
'“I’m just so proud to represent the Yukon and I’m so happy to be from there,” Cozens said. “There is definitely pressure. Just so many people that are talking about it and watching me, and so many people want me to succeed — I didn’t want to let them down. Now that it’s here and the draft has happened, I’m so excited.”' … [Read more...] about Yukon’s Dylan Cozens selected by the Buffalo Sabres seventh overall in the NHL draft