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Archives for July 30, 2021

Linus Ullmark's exit opens door for Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to be Sabres' starter

'Negotiations with Ullmark’s agent, Joakim Persson, continued through the opening of free agency Wednesday at noon and until Adams learned about the decision. Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff reported that Ullmark’s ask was a six-year, $36 million contract. The Sabres had plenty of money to spend – CapFriendly.com projects Buffalo with $29.266 million in cap space – but Adams … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark’s exit opens door for Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to be Sabres’ starter

Buffalo News |

Sabres are getting thrifty with their spending as GM Kevyn Adams resets his core

'The strategy is to take a measured approach now so the Sabres can make waves in future years with veteran players to augment the roster. From this UFA period, names like Blake Coleman (Calgary), Brandon Saad (St. Louis) and Ryan Suter (Dallas) would be examples of the kind of players the Sabres would like to be involved with in the future.' … [Read more...] about Sabres are getting thrifty with their spending as GM Kevyn Adams resets his core

Buffalo News |

Don Granato hires two new assistant coaches, retains Matt Ellis in Sabres' bench shuffle

'• Assistant coach/goalie coach Mike Bales and video coach Myles Fee will stay on in their roles. Interim assistant coach Dan Girardi will return to a development role and Justin White has been hired as video coordinator. White has spent the last three years in Rochester as assistant video and analytics coordinator.' … [Read more...] about Don Granato hires two new assistant coaches, retains Matt Ellis in Sabres’ bench shuffle

Buffalo News |

Sabres GM Kevyn Adams sends strong message to Jack Eichel’s camp

'“What’s critically important to make sure is clear that we’re in control of this process,” Adams said Thursday on the KeyBank Center floor. “We have a player under contract. We don’t feel any pressure. If there is a deal out there that we feel is the right thing for the Buffalo Sabres, is going to help us improve, whether it’s improve right away or improve down the road – … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams sends strong message to Jack Eichel’s camp

Olean Times Herald |

Sabres GM Kevyn Adams talks Eichel, Buffalo’s approach in free agency

'The market for Eichel, who is suffering from a neck injury, has slowed to a crawl. With reports of minimal proposed returns and the possibility that the Sabres will wait until next season to move the All-Star center, fans are hoping for the best but expecting the worst despite Adams’ attempt to quell any discontent within the fan base.' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams talks Eichel, Buffalo’s approach in free agency

Batavia Daily News |

Icemen coach Jason Christie leaves; to join NHL's Buffalo Sabres as assistant

'During a coaching career dating back to 2000, Christie has coached with the Peoria Rivermen, Utah Grizzlies, Ontario Reign and Tulsa Oilers prior to his time in Jacksonville. He also spent two seasons from 2008 to 2010 as an assistant with the American Hockey League's Chicago Wolves.' … [Read more...] about Icemen coach Jason Christie leaves; to join NHL’s Buffalo Sabres as assistant

Florida Times Union |

Adams not going to let distractions influence him to trade Eichel

'"We’re continuing to have a lot of conversations with teams, but what’s clear is we’re in control of this process," the general manager said during his press conference. "We have a player under contract, we don’t feel any pressure. We’re not in a position where we feel that we’re just going to do something to do it." … [Read more...] about Adams not going to let distractions influence him to trade Eichel

WGR-AM |