'The rebuilding team has a four-man goalie competition, some intriguing young talent and openings at forward and defense.' … [Read more...] about In addition to Jack Eichel, Sabres have plenty of intriguing storylines
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Sabres agree to terms with Dahlin on $18M, 3-year contract
'With Dahlin’s situation settled, the Sabres focus is now squarely on injured captain Jack Eichel, who was expected to report for his physical after an offseason of trade talks. Eichel’s future with the team is unclear.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with Dahlin on $18M, 3-year contract
Sabres agree to terms with Rasmus Dahlin
'Rasmus Dahlin will get three more seasons to show that he’s worth the huge money an eight-year deal would normally bring. The two sides decided a three-year bridge deal would be best for the 21-year-old at an average of $6 million per-season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with Rasmus Dahlin
Buffalo Sabres and defenseman Rasmus Dahlin agree to terms on 3-year contract
'Dahlin was selected first overall by the Sabres in the 2018 NHL Draft and was a finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy in 2018-19. He has played 197 games in his NHL career tallying 18 goals and 89 assists for 107 points.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres and defenseman Rasmus Dahlin agree to terms on 3-year contract
Rasmus Dahlin signs 3-year deal with Sabres
'Dahlin, 21, was one of only two players to take part in all 56 games during the past season. Prior to this, he was named to the NHL’s All-Rookie team in 2018-19.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin signs 3-year deal with Sabres
Rasmus Dahlin, Buffalo Sabres agree to 3-year contract
'According to the Sabres, the deal has an average annual value (AAV) of $6 million.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin, Buffalo Sabres agree to 3-year contract
Dahlin agrees to terms on 3-year contract
'Dahlin, 21, tallied 23 points (5+18) in 56 games last season while averaging a career-high 21:36 of ice time. He led the Sabres with an average ice time of 23:26 over the final 19 games under coach Don Granato.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin agrees to terms on 3-year contract
As Sabres report to camp, no clarity evident on Jack Eichel or Rasmus Dahlin
'It will be the first training camp for Don Granato as Buffalo's head coach, with Granato and general manager Kevyn Adams slated to have their first media briefings of the season on Thursday morning. But the on-ice work threatens to be overshadowed immediately by whatever is taking place with captain Jack Eichel and defenseman Rasmus Dahlin.' … [Read more...] about As Sabres report to camp, no clarity evident on Jack Eichel or Rasmus Dahlin
A breakdown of the 58 Sabres on Don Granato's first training camp roster
'Anders Bjork: Acquired from Boston in the Taylor Hall trade, Bjork likely will start the season in a top-six role and his familiarity with Granato, combined with a skill set that complements the coach’s system, could lead to a breakout season.' … [Read more...] about A breakdown of the 58 Sabres on Don Granato’s first training camp roster
Captain Jack Eichel back with Sabres for training camp after long offseason
'After a day of physicals and testing – unlike past years, there’s no media availability Wednesday – the Sabres will hold their first on-ice sessions Thursday at LECOM Harborcenter. General manager Kevyn Adams and coach Don Granato are scheduled to talk to media Thursday morning.' … [Read more...] about Captain Jack Eichel back with Sabres for training camp after long offseason
Sabres coach ‘Donny Meatballs’ promotes T-shirt for charity
'Granato teamed with Buffalo-based Pasteurized Tees to create a Sabres’ blue and gold-colored T-shirt design, which went on sale this week to coincide with the start of training camp. The design features a plate of spaghetti topped with five meatballs, a nod to the playful nickname Granato got after taking over as interim coach following Ralph Krueger’s dismissal in March.' … [Read more...] about Sabres coach ‘Donny Meatballs’ promotes T-shirt for charity
Sabres' Eichel is on the team's training camp roster
'Also on the roster is unsigned restricted free agent Rasmus Dahlin. He is the only Sabre still looking for a contract.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Eichel is on the team’s training camp roster
Eichel, Dahlin listed on Sabres training camp roster
'It remains unclear if Eichel will pass his physical because of his injury.' … [Read more...] about Eichel, Dahlin listed on Sabres training camp roster
Sabres announce 2021 training camp schedule and roster
'This year's training camp practices and events at KeyBank Center are closed to the public. Practices at LECOM Harborcenter are open to fans.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2021 training camp schedule and roster
Tapping into offensive talent may have Sabres prospect Ryan Johnson on cusp of pro career
'“It’s obviously not a good response to be angry or mad at yourself,” recalled Johnson, a 20-year-old left-shot defenseman drafted in the first round, 31st overall, by the Buffalo Sabres in 2019. “I think the right response is to see how you can learn from it, how you can grow. And it's kind of a wakeup call to start working again.”' … [Read more...] about Tapping into offensive talent may have Sabres prospect Ryan Johnson on cusp of pro career