'Adams must have some very good offers for Rasmus Ristolainen, because he chose to keep that asset and lose Borgen in the Expansion Draft.' … [Read more...] about Report: Seattle selects Will Borgen in Expansion Draft
Archives for July 2021
Report: Sabres lose Will Borgen in expansion draft to Seattle
'Borgen has not registered a point in the NHL, but is a strong in the defensive zone and boasts exceptional physicality.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres lose Will Borgen in expansion draft to Seattle
Report: Sabres to lose Will Borgen to Seattle
'The Sabres drafted Borgen in the fourth round back in 2015, and he has developed into a versatile defenseman that would interest many teams. He seemed to be part of the group of young players that Adams and newly appointed head coach Don Granato are set to move forward with.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres to lose Will Borgen to Seattle
Kraken select Borgen from Sabres in Expansion Draft
'Borgen, 24, was drafted by the Sabres during the fourth round in 2015. He has appeared in 14 career NHL games, 10 of which came last season.' … [Read more...] about Kraken select Borgen from Sabres in Expansion Draft
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks 2021-22 home opener set for October 22 against Syracuse (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Will Borgen, Colin Miller are Sabres most likely to land with expansion Kraken
'Will Borgen, a 24-year old with only 14 games of NHL experience, appears to be the Sabres' player most likely to land in Seattle. He’s a 6-foot-3 right-shot defenseman who uses his size to clear the front of the net and plays with a fearlessness that Buffalo needs at the position. Borgen would be a cheap option for the Kraken – he’s a restricted free agent after earning a … [Read more...] about Will Borgen, Colin Miller are Sabres most likely to land with expansion Kraken
Sabres need to add more impact forwards to prospect pipeline
'However, a quick look at the Sabres' current prospect pipeline shows a need for more impact forwards. Here's a look at every player, signed and unsigned, who has yet to appear in more than 15 NHL games for the club...'. … [Read more...] about Sabres need to add more impact forwards to prospect pipeline
NHL Draft prospect Mason McTavish would be interesting choice for Sabres
'The Sabres, who own the first overall pick Friday, are expected to select Michigan defenseman Owen Power. But the 6-foot-1, 207-pound McTavish could be an enticing choice for them if they acquire another high pick by trading captain Jack Eichel, center Sam Reinhart or defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen.' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft prospect Mason McTavish would be interesting choice for Sabres
Five potential landing spots & trades for Sabres captain Jack Eichel
'From the moment the Eichel trade chatter started, the Ducks began popping up. With a jam-packed cupboard of prospects and the No. 3 overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft, no team may be better suited than Anaheim to make a push for the Sabres superstar center.' … [Read more...] about Five potential landing spots & trades for Sabres captain Jack Eichel
Owen Power, William Eklund headline Sabres' debate with No. 1 draft pick
'Yet, for whatever reason, no one outside KeyBank Center knows who the Sabres will select first overall. The perception surrounding this draft is that it’s as weak as any in recent memory. It’s possible no player will make the immediate jump to the NHL, and many prospects’ seasons were impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. Additionally, the Sabres are in dire need of help at … [Read more...] about Owen Power, William Eklund headline Sabres’ debate with No. 1 draft pick
Sabres' preseason schedule includes three home games and Sept. 28 opener in Columbus
'The preseason and regular season schedule unveilings are just the start of a busy period for the Sabres. The expansion draft to stock the Seattle Kraken is Wednesday, and the Sabres have the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft slated for Friday night. Rounds 2-7 of the draft go Saturday and the league's free agency period opens July 28.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ preseason schedule includes three home games and Sept. 28 opener in Columbus
NHL Draft prospect William Eklund would be intriguing choice for Sabres
'“Many young European prospects want everything quickly, too soon,” Stubb wrote. “Eklund is smart, he understands that he will develop to a better player playing on a high level in the Swedish League for at least one more year."' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft prospect William Eklund would be intriguing choice for Sabres
Sabres release 2021 preseason schedule
'The COVID-19 pandemic prevented NHL teams from playing any exhibition games prior to last season’s truncated 56-game schedule.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2021 preseason schedule
The Sabres open the preseason on Sept. 28
'Buffalo will have three games at home against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Columbus Blue Jackets and Detroit Red Wings.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres open the preseason on Sept. 28
Sabres announce 2021 preseason schedule
'Here is the schedule starting in late September that includes three home games and three away games before the regular season gets underway.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2021 preseason schedule