‘The 6-foot-6 Swede had the option to sign with the Buffalo Sabres, who drafted him in the third round (No. 67 overall), one spot after the Red Wings selected Swedish right win Albin Grewe. But Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports that Portillo is headed back to school. Portillo was the fifth goalie selected in his class. Two of those four taken ahead of him — Spencer Knight for the Panthers (No. 13 overall) and Mads Søgaard for the Senators (No. 37) — but the pick is looking better and better for the Sabres despite having to wait another year.’
Michigan hockey holds onto goalie Erik Portillo for next season
Source: Detroit Free Press