'The 35-year-old center certainly isn’t getting any younger and for a Buffalo team that is not exactly a Stanley Cup contender, making a move for a player in the late stages of his career was not something that many expected. However, Staal has taken things in stride and appears excited to get things going in the Queen City.' … [Read more...] about Good impression of city, relationship with GM Adams have Staal eager to join Sabres
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Staal hopes to make an impact with the Sabres
'"I think just the initial shock of everything was the biggest emotion I felt and we felt," Staal said on Friday in his first Zoom conference call as a member of the Sabres. "It's been a great fit here in Minnesota for me and for my family. We really integrated well, not only on the rink for me, but my kids and my wife. To me, that's my most important thing. So when you get … [Read more...] about Staal hopes to make an impact with the Sabres
Quick Shifts: Why stunning Eric Staal trade is a clear win for Sabres
'Like the best player in the trade, we too are still wrapping our heads around this deal — a clear win, in our books, for rookie Sabres GM Kevyn Adams, a former teammate of Staal’s in Carolina.' … [Read more...] about Quick Shifts: Why stunning Eric Staal trade is a clear win for Sabres
Cozens takes aim at WJC repeat, Sabres roster spot and a moose
'"I'm going to be in Buffalo up until World Juniors or the start of the NHL season. So, just getting down there and training around NHL players will definitely help and push me more just being around them and seeing what it takes."' … [Read more...] about Cozens takes aim at WJC repeat, Sabres roster spot and a moose