'After three days of drills where his pure hockey skill was plainly evident, the 14th overall pick last week in Las Vegas was a standout Thursday under game conditions. Helenius led Team Perreault to a three-game sweep and the championship, scoring a slick shootout goal to secure a 3-2 victory over Team Martin, adding two goals and an assist in a 5-3 win over Team Robert and … [Read more...] about First-round pick Konsta Helenius shows off smooth hands at Sabres camp tournament
Archives for July 5, 2024
Sabres prospect notes: Topias Leinonen wants to rebound from 'really hard season'
'Leinonen has played only 52 games since the Sabres took him 41st overall in the draft because of various minor injuries. The team wanted him to get more experience in pro hockey this past season, but most of his 19 games played were in junior hockey. He didn’t play well, either. Leinonen had an .871 save percentage in four regular-season games with JYP’s Under-20 team. That … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect notes: Topias Leinonen wants to rebound from ‘really hard season’
Sabres sorely need grit, leadership and versatility veteran Jason Zucker offers
'“If pucks end up in the corners, go get them back and let their skill take over,” Zucker said on a Zoom call Wednesday. “I’m not afraid to be at the net, stand at the net and kind of take a beating net-front throughout a game. I think I have a knack around the net, too, to get open and find soft spots.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres sorely need grit, leadership and versatility veteran Jason Zucker offers
Konsta Helenius displays what made him Sabres' 2024 first-round pick
'Helenius was far-and-away the best player in camp, including Thursday's 3-on-3 tournament, where he scored two goals and added a nifty shootout game-winner to lead Team Perreault to the championship.' … [Read more...] about Konsta Helenius displays what made him Sabres’ 2024 first-round pick
Buffalo Sabres first round pick Konsta Helenius makes strong first impression
'Helenius had the highlight of the day in the first game of the tournament, sealing the win with a pretty move in the shootout. Helenius helped his team (Team Perreault) win every game they played on Thursday and earn the French Connection Prospect Tournament Trophy.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres first round pick Konsta Helenius makes strong first impression
Sabres wrap up development camp with annual 3v3 tournament
'"It was a fun week," Sabres first-round draft pick Konsta Helenius said. "A lot of good players, so yeah, it was fun to be on the ice and see the players."' … [Read more...] about Sabres wrap up development camp with annual 3v3 tournament
Sabres development camp: Amerks coach Leone caps busy month
'"I'm excited to go home and just spend some time with my wife and our newborn, but it's been probably the best month I've had in my life," Leone said. "It's been unbelievable. I'm really fortunate to be in this organization and to be given this opportunity."' … [Read more...] about Sabres development camp: Amerks coach Leone caps busy month
Helenius impresses in Sabres’ annual 3v3 tournament
'“His poise with the puck, his deception, he’s got a low center of gravity, makes a lot of plays,” Leone said. “Had a really good day. It was good to be around him, had dinner with him last night with our group. So, really nice kid, really excited that he’s in our organization. But you could see the skill set. … I thought the days that I watched, he was really good.”' … [Read more...] about Helenius impresses in Sabres’ annual 3v3 tournament