'Of course, the Sabres might deploy Lafferty, who could anchor the fourth line following Ryan McLeod’s acquisition, differently than the Canucks. It wouldn’t be surprising if his defensive zone starts reach the 70 percent mark again.' … [Read more...] about Sabres newcomer Sam Lafferty enjoyed career season after trade
Archives for July 2024
Sabres reach agreement with first-round pick Helenius, re-sign two defensemen
'Helenius was selected by Buffalo 14th overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, despite rumors that general manager Kevyn Adams was trying to trade the pick to acquire a player to help the Sabres make a playoff push.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reach agreement with first-round pick Helenius, re-sign two defensemen
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Cheveldayoff signs one-year AHL contract (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres sign 2024 first-round draft pick Konsta Helenius to entry-level contract
'Helenius was a standout performer last week at the Sabres' post-draft development camp, where he showcased the playmaking and mature two-way game that convinced General Manager Kevyn Adams to select him after Buffalo traded down from the 11th pick to No. 14 to acquire an additional second-round selection.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2024 first-round draft pick Konsta Helenius to entry-level contract
Do the Sabres need a goal-scorer after landing Ryan McLeod to center the third line?
'The overhaul of the Sabres’ roster lacks the star power that hockey diehards in Buffalo wanted – aside from the $9 million-per-season winger that was given his walking papers – but Adams cannot be accused of inaction after the general manager turned over a portion of a roster that underperformed while finishing with seven fewer standings points in 2023-24.' … [Read more...] about Do the Sabres need a goal-scorer after landing Ryan McLeod to center the third line?
Sabres sign prospect Konsta Helenius to entry-level contract
'Helenius, 18, and Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams have both said they’re open to different options, including playing in Buffalo or with the Rochester Americans.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign prospect Konsta Helenius to entry-level contract
Sabres sign Konsta Helenius to three-year entry-level contract
'Last week during Sabres Development Camp, fans were able to get a first glimpse of Helenius, as he was far-and-away the best player against players his own age.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Konsta Helenius to three-year entry-level contract
Buffalo Sabres sign first-round draft pick Konsta Helenius to entry-level contract
'Monday, the team announced the signing of Helenius to a three-year entry-level contract.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres sign first-round draft pick Konsta Helenius to entry-level contract
Sabres sign 14th overall pick Konsta Helenius to entry-level contract
'Helenius could return to Finland to play in their top professional league again or he could end up with the Rochester Americans and the team's new head coach Mike Leone. Sabres General Manager Kevyn Adams however did not completely close the door just yet on the Finland native starting in Buffalo either.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 14th overall pick Konsta Helenius to entry-level contract
Sabres sign Helenius to 3-year, entry-level contract
'The Sabres selected Helenius with the 14th-overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft last month. He is the first member of Buffalo’s 2024 draft class to sign his entry-level contract.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Helenius to 3-year, entry-level contract
NHL Prospect Pool Overview 2024-25: Buffalo Sabres' Pipeline Stays Strong Despite Trading Savoie
'The first name on the call-up list might be Jiri Kulich, who has shown off his goal-scoring touch at the AHL level for each of the last two seasons. The Czech forward has an absolute bomb for a shot, particularly his one-timer on the powerplay. He made his NHL debut last year but his one-game call-up didn’t really give him much opportunity to show off his scoring touch. An … [Read more...] about NHL Prospect Pool Overview 2024-25: Buffalo Sabres’ Pipeline Stays Strong Despite Trading Savoie
Hamilton Take 2: A look at the Sabres' free agency signings and trades
'I believe Adams is trying to trade for a top-six forward, and I realize it’s hard with no movement clauses in contracts. He’s already saying that he’s not worried at all about scoring goals because he knows he has the talent and the players to score. Maybe that will happen, but there are way too many “ifs” in that.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: A look at the Sabres’ free agency signings and trades
Inside the NHL: Jason Zucker is betting on himself to bring Sabres some offense
'“A lot of it’s about deployment,” Zucker said last week during a video call with Buffalo reporters. “There’s so many aspects of my game that I feel I can play up and down the lineup. But at the same time, if you look up and down on essentially any roster, the point productions as you go down the lineups typically decrease. In Arizona, there was a ton of skill at the top of the … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Jason Zucker is betting on himself to bring Sabres some offense
Sabres trade top prospect Matt Savoie to Oilers for Ryan McLeod, Tyler Tullio
'Scouts, development coaches and managers for the Sabres love Savoie's competitiveness, intensity and work ethic. Adam Mair, their director of development, gushed about the 5-foot-10 forward this week at development camp. The issue, however, is that it became evident that Savoie's quickest path to the NHL was on the wing instead of center. The Sabres drafted Finnish center … [Read more...] about Sabres trade top prospect Matt Savoie to Oilers for Ryan McLeod, Tyler Tullio
Sabres re-sign Henri Jokiharju to one-year deal worth $3.1 million
'Jokiharju, 25, had three goals and 17 assists in 74 games for the Sabres last season. His 20 points were a career high as was his plus-14 rating last season that led the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Henri Jokiharju to one-year deal worth $3.1 million