'Granato deferred on Eichel rumors when asked about them over the weekend in Los Angeles, and things had been largely quiet on the Eichel front over the first month of the season. But the distraction factor is likely to grow for the Sabres the longer this situation lingers on with general manager Kevyn Adams weighing offers and the exact time to strike.' … [Read more...] about As Eichel-to-Flames rumors heat up, Sabres quietly preparing for Kraken
Archives for November 4, 2021
Thursday's Seattle Coverage
Kraken pregame notes: Seattle faces Buffalo team mired in its own drama (Seattle Times) Sabres visit the Kraken after Skinner’s 2-goal game (AP) 3 Game Essentials | Kraken vs. Buffalo | Nov. 4 (SeattleKrakenHockey.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Seattle Coverage
Flames stay silent on Eichel trade rumours, focus on hot start
'Where there is smoke, there is almost always fire. Just look at the Flames trade history, some of which Sutter himself was involved in. Dion Phaneuf. Jarome Iginla. Dougie Hamilton. Sam Bennett. Trusted media sources and hockey insiders don’t materialize this stuff out of thin air.' … [Read more...] about Flames stay silent on Eichel trade rumours, focus on hot start
Five things we’re wondering as Flames rumoured a finalist to acquire superstar centre Jack Eichel
'It’s been a long, long time since the Flames had a truly elite centre on their roster — and that is no disrespect to the oh-so-under-rated Elias Lindholm. When healthy, Eichel belongs in that upper echelon, and those guys don’t become available, either via free agency or trade, very often.' … [Read more...] about Five things we’re wondering as Flames rumoured a finalist to acquire superstar centre Jack Eichel
Knights reportedly 1 of 2 finalists to acquire Jack Eichel
'To make the money work, the Knights would have to part with a key piece such as forward Alex Tuch, who grew up in upstate New York. The Knights reportedly were unwilling to include rookie forward Peyton Krebs in a deal, but could do so now along with another player and draft pick(s).' … [Read more...] about Knights reportedly 1 of 2 finalists to acquire Jack Eichel
Flames' Sutter downplays Eichel rumours: 'I think it’s a bit of a media thing'
'“I wasn’t aware of [those reports]," Sutter said. "To be honest, I think it’s a bit of a media thing.”' … [Read more...] about Flames’ Sutter downplays Eichel rumours: ‘I think it’s a bit of a media thing’
The pros and cons of a potential Flames deal for Jack Eichel
'Coach Darryl Sutter, who covets middlemen above all else, would salivate over the prospect of having Eichel and Elias Lindholm anchoring a top six that would suddenly be one of the loop’s most formidable groups.' … [Read more...] about The pros and cons of a potential Flames deal for Jack Eichel
Jack Eichel surgery options, trade rumors: Flames, Golden Knights emerge as favorites to land Sabres star
'"What I can tell you is we have absolute trust in our doctors. They are the medical experts," GM Kevyn Adams said at the start of training camp. "They've been consistent since Day 1 ... they've never wavered from what they've suggested would be the next step. And if there was something else done, they would be uncomfortable with it.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel surgery options, trade rumors: Flames, Golden Knights emerge as favorites to land Sabres star
Calgary Flames Linked to Jack Eichel, But Can They Afford Him?
'Harrington noted the Flames lack the prospect depth of other clubs in the Eichel sweepstakes. With the Sabres off to a good start, he wondered if general manager Kevyn Adams was seeking more immediate help. He pointed out Flames VP of hockey operations Don Maloney was spotted at two recent Sabres games against the Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings.' … [Read more...] about Calgary Flames Linked to Jack Eichel, But Can They Afford Him?
Report: Flames, Golden Knights two finalists to land Jack Eichel
'"There was a lot of work done over the weekend, and [Tuesday] I was told a trade is at the one-yard line, except there's still some final details they've got to figure out," Kaplan said. "I'm told that Buffalo [general manager] Kevyn Adams is working extremely hard on this to get a trade done, however, he's also been very firm in his stance and neither Calgary nor Vegas has … [Read more...] about Report: Flames, Golden Knights two finalists to land Jack Eichel
Report: Flames offering Matthew Tkachuk and four other pieces for Jack Eichel
'With an offer that good, why isn't the deal done yet? One reason could be whether or not Matthew Tkachuk would sign an extension in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Report: Flames offering Matthew Tkachuk and four other pieces for Jack Eichel
Report: Flames star Matthew Tkachuk brought up in trade talks for Sabres' Jack Eichel
'Tkachuk, 23, has 114 goals and 170 assists in 358 NHL games with the Flames, and is the son is Hockey Hall of Famer Keith Tkachuk and Ottawa Senators star Brady Tkachuk.' … [Read more...] about Report: Flames star Matthew Tkachuk brought up in trade talks for Sabres’ Jack Eichel
Reports: Sabres close to dealing Eichel
'Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada as of Wednesday evening said he still didn't think Calgary was the favorite to land Eichel, noting that Vegas has been central in trade talks.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Sabres close to dealing Eichel
Sabres loan Samuelsson to Amerks
'The Buffalo Sabres have activated Mattias Samuelsson from injured reserve and have loaned the defenseman to the Rochester Americans (AHL).' … [Read more...] about Sabres loan Samuelsson to Amerks
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks pull away from Senators in final minutes for 4-3 win (Amerks.com) Senators suffer late loss in Rochester (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage