'“I really felt two years ago with the draft that we didn't have enough prospects and then we also didn't have a lot of draft picks, which makes it challenging,” he said. “It was definitely part of our plan and our organizational philosophy that we have to build our pipeline up. … I feel a lot better about where we’re at than two years ago, but at the same time, this is such a … [Read more...] about With trio of high picks, Sabres GM Kevyn Adams has ‘opportunity’ to continue building
Archives for July 6, 2022
Mike Harrington: NHL draft is all about futures and you never really know. Just look at how 2017 turned out
'The Sabres got a nice pick in the fourth round in defenseman Jacob Bryson and his 111 games are tied for fourth among all players taken outside Rounds 1 or 2. Makes up some for Botterill's disastrous choice of Marcus Davidsson at No. 37, who is the second-highest pick in the draft to not make the NHL behind No. 28 Shane Bowers of Ottawa.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: NHL draft is all about futures and you never really know. Just look at how 2017 turned out
Sabres connection helps Mike Grier make history as first Black NHL general manager
'Sharks president Jonathan Becher told reporters Tuesday in San Jose that the organization spoke with many people in hockey, including former Sharks players, about Grier as a general manager. Grier, 47, got the endorsement of another former Sabre in the interview process: Chris Drury, the general manager of the New York Rangers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres connection helps Mike Grier make history as first Black NHL general manager
Jimmy Snuggerud’s shot could make him attractive draft pick for Sabres
'Snuggerud, the son of former Sabres forward Dave Snuggerud, enjoyed a breakout season in 2021-22. In scoring 24 goals and 63 points in 59 games for the U.S. Under-18 team, his draft stock skyrocketed, and he could be picked during Thursday’s first round.' … [Read more...] about Jimmy Snuggerud’s shot could make him attractive draft pick for Sabres
Cutter Gauthier would be good fit if Sabres drafted him
'I’ve seen him ranked anywhere from fourth overall to 15th. He’s a big, 6-foot-3 winger that can also play center like he did with the U.S. National Team Development Program this season.' … [Read more...] about Cutter Gauthier would be good fit if Sabres drafted him
3 questions heading into the 2022 NHL Draft
'Adams has made it a priority to stock the organization with top prospects and if Buffalo makes all 11 picks this week, the Sabres will have drafted 27 players during his tenure, including 10 in the first two rounds.' … [Read more...] about 3 questions heading into the 2022 NHL Draft