'It was an unusual statement given that medical matters like this are usually kept under wraps, and revealing that Eichel wants to have surgery on his neck could be a disincentive for teams considering taking on his $10-million (U.S.) annual cap hit. The Rangers were rumoured to be a leading candidate, but nothing has happened on that front. Minnesota seemed to be a fit, but … [Read more...] about ‘The process is not working,’ Jack Eichel’s agents say, with their client still stuck with the Sabres
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Eichel’s rift with Sabres deepens in contradicting GM Adams
'The feud between the Sabres and Eichel continues to escalate since the captain revealed in May what he called “a disconnect” with the team over how to treat the injury. He said the disagreement was leading him to question his future with the team.' … [Read more...] about Eichel’s rift with Sabres deepens in contradicting GM Adams
Jack Eichel's agents blast Sabres for handling of neck injury: 'process is not working'
'On Friday, his agents stressed that they believe the actions of the Sabres are hindering his ability to continue his career in any capacity.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s agents blast Sabres for handling of neck injury: ‘process is not working’
Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund
'The Sabres traded up five places in 2016 to draft Asplund with the 33rd overall pick.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund
Jack Eichel's agents express their displeasure in a statement
'The Sabres are not commenting on this.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s agents express their displeasure in a statement
"The process isn't working", Eichel's agents respond to GM Kevyn Adams
'What is being left out of the discussion is that Jack would be able to play in the NHL for the start of the season pending medical clearance if he were allowed to have the surgery he desires even as of this date. Repeated requests have been made to the Sabres since early June to no avail. This process is stopping Jack from playing in the NHL and it is not working."' … [Read more...] about “The process isn’t working”, Eichel’s agents respond to GM Kevyn Adams
Sabres sign Asplund to two-year deal
'Asplund, 23, is coming his best season in the NHL. In 28 games played, the Sabres forward socred seven goals and added four assists for 11 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Asplund to two-year deal
UPL could compete for starting goaltender job in training camp
'It could actually be a four-man race involving Anderson, Dell, Dustin Tokarski and young goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. While some might have considered UPL to be a guy to look at down the road, Adams isn’t counting the 22-year-old out of the race for the number one goalie.' … [Read more...] about UPL could compete for starting goaltender job in training camp
Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund
'The Buffalo Sabres have re-signed forward Rasmus Asplund to a two-year contract. Per Buffalo, the new deal is worth $825,000. The 23-year-old has only 57 games played at the NHL professional level and is trending in the right direction in terms of development.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund
Jack Eichel's agents release statement aimed at Sabres management
'In the statement, Eichel's agents said quote "the process is not working."' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s agents release statement aimed at Sabres management
Eichel agents say they expected trade by Sabres by now
'"The process is not working," agents Peter Fish and Peter Donatelli said in a statement. "As previously stated, we fully anticipated a trade by the start of the NHL free agency period (Wednesday)."' … [Read more...] about Eichel agents say they expected trade by Sabres by now
Sabres re-sign Asplund to 2-year contract
'Asplund saw increased opportunity during the final 23 games of last season under coach Don Granato, during which he tallied 10 points (6+4). It was a career-best stretch for the 23-year-old, who had appeared in just five games last season prior to Granato's promotion.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Asplund to 2-year contract
Sabres sign MacInnis to 1-year contract
'MacInnis, 25, appeared in 16 games with the Columbus Blue Jackets last season. He tallied two points (1+1) in five contests with the AHL Cleveland Monsters.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign MacInnis to 1-year contract
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
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