'After just one playoff appearance in the last five seasons, Kane's preference could be to sign with a Cup contender. That would rule out the Sabres as a preferred destination.' … [Read more...] about Should the Buffalo Sabres pursue Patrick Kane?
Archives for August 2022
NHL Hot Seat Radar: Buffalo Sabres
'The problem for Dahlin is consistency, and that’s an issue for most NHL D-men. But he now earns $6 million per season – second on the Sabres only to forward Jeff Skinner ($9 million) – and with that salary comes the expectation he’ll be a positive force at both ends of the ice. As Buffalo attempts to get back into the playoff picture in the Atlantic Division, they need him to … [Read more...] about NHL Hot Seat Radar: Buffalo Sabres
Noah Ostlund knows what needs to be done to get to NHL
'“I looked up to the older guys that have played in the NHL to see how they prepare for everything, and to see how professional they are not just as hockey players, but (people) too,” he said.' … [Read more...] about Noah Ostlund knows what needs to be done to get to NHL
3 Sabres prospects to participate in World Junior Championship this week
'The tournament will open on Tuesday, August 9 when Czechia plays Slovakia at 2 p.m. ET. Every World Junior Championship game telecast is set to air live on NHL Network in the U.S.' … [Read more...] about 3 Sabres prospects to participate in World Junior Championship this week
A 'game-changer,' Matt Savoie's time in Dubuque set him on path to Sabres
'While Savoie's remarkable play upon his return to the Ice in 2021-22 led to the 18-year-old forward's selection by the Sabres with the ninth pick in the NHL draft last month, his time in Dubuque the previous season, and on a nearby farm in Green Hazel, Wisc., allowed him to showcase the high-end skill, competitiveness and passion for hockey that won over Buffalo's management … [Read more...] about A ‘game-changer,’ Matt Savoie’s time in Dubuque set him on path to Sabres
Hamilton Take2: Sabres will not deviate from a slow and steady plan
'Adams believes in drafting good players, developing them, and giving them a road to the NHL. He believes those are the players that should get paid, not 33-year-old superstars who are on the decline.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: Sabres will not deviate from a slow and steady plan
Hasek looks back at trade to Sabres that changed NHL career, life
'"I had no idea about it, none at all," said the 57-year-old, who in Buffalo and beyond would become known as The Dominator. "I didn't read newspapers in Chicago because I didn't understand much English. I didn't hear any rumors. Later on, I found out that it was probably (coach) John Muckler and Gerry Meehan together who made this trade."' … [Read more...] about Hasek looks back at trade to Sabres that changed NHL career, life
Thompson isn't satisfied with good 2021-22 season, wants more
'The Sabres head coach does a lot of thinking in these summer months and a lot of it is out of the box. Granato analyzed what Thompson brings to the ice, and decided his talent fit those of a center. Granato didn’t care that he hadn't played center regularly since before his college days at UConn.' … [Read more...] about Thompson isn’t satisfied with good 2021-22 season, wants more
Peterka learned a lot in Rochester last year
'If you want a comparison, Victor Olofsson scored 30 goals and 33 assists for 63 points in 66 games during his only AHL season. Olofsson was 23-years-old that year with the Amerks, while this season, both Quinn and Peterka were 19.' … [Read more...] about Peterka learned a lot in Rochester last year
Matteo Costantini looks to apply lessons learned at Sabres development camp with UND
'“I felt like I needed to take another year for myself, and then the NCAA option opened up and I started visiting schools,” Costantini said. “North Dakota kind of caught my attention and I felt really good with the coaching staff, so I decided it was the place for me.”' … [Read more...] about Matteo Costantini looks to apply lessons learned at Sabres development camp with UND
Hamilton Take2: Sabres goal oriented
'Comrie was a pretty good AHL goaltender and played 207 games there which usually means he’s not an NHL goalie. Sabres GM Kevyn Adams talked about how their analytics department looked at how he improved in the American Hockey League and the numbers tell them that he’s ready for this opportunity.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: Sabres goal oriented
Ostlund evolving with Sabres, 'has every single quality other than size'
'"[He] for sure has every single quality you would want in an NHL center other than size," Sabres director of amateur scouting Jerry Forton said. "I just talked about the other attributes that I think will easily offset the size. And when he went up to the [Swedish Hockey League] this year -- in very limited minutes, I get that -- they played him at center. He went to the … [Read more...] about Ostlund evolving with Sabres, ‘has every single quality other than size’
Sabres Mailbag: Why Patrick Kane isn't a fit for Buffalo ... not now, at least
'And to address all the chatter on social media, Kane isn't a fit for Buffalo this summer. Even if the Blackhawks decide to move him, any trade requires a haul of draft picks and prospects. The Sabres don't want to part with those yet.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: Why Patrick Kane isn’t a fit for Buffalo … not now, at least