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'Since arriving in North American four years ago, Johansson has spent the bulk of his time with the Cincinnati Cyclones, appearing in 54 games for the ECHL affiliate. Injuries have slowed his development, and this could be his final season to show he can become an NHL goaltender.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goalie Jonas Johansson to a one-year contract

'It wasn’t until six years ago that Quinn dedicated himself to the sport. Despite an impressive goal-scoring prowess and on-ice intelligence, Quinn was never viewed as a top prospect, not even this season when his 52-goal year with Ottawa was overshadowed by the playmaking wizardry of teammate Marco Rossi.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Jack Quinn in Round 1: ‘I’m a goal scorer’

'This organization needs more centers, but you can never have enough wingers, either. Some might call Quinn a reach, but the 19-year-old is an intriguing story.' … [Read more...] about Column: Jack Quinn made a name for himself with 52 goals, and Sabres need offense

'Quinn turned 19 on Sept. 19. He missed the cutoff for last year’s draft by days and thanks to the draft being delayed from June to October by the coronavirus pandemic, he is the oldest draft-eligible player. A first-time draft-eligible player who has already turned 19 is a rarity.' … [Read more...] about Five things about Sabres first-round draft pick Jack Quinn

'Adams later denied the report during a video call with reporters, but there is reason to wonder if the Sabres will walk away from Montour, rather than risk having to pay the projected $3.525 million qualifying offer or a higher arbitration reward.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have decisions to make on restricted free agents with deadline looming

'“I think that it’s being open to any and all scenarios,” Adams said when asked about potentially trading the No. 8 pick. “Like I think I said earlier, I want to help our team get better. I want to help our team get better right now. But I also won’t make a decision or won’t recommend to make a decision that is not putting ourselves longer term in a good spot. … We like the … [Read more...] about How the Sabres’ scouting department prepared for the virtual NHL draft

'Adams, however, made for a bigger problem when he appeared on MSG's team-sponsored show, "The Instigators", and said, "My job is to listen. ... We have no intention and we're not looking to do anything with Jack." That does not say "We're not trading Jack Eichel."' … [Read more...] about Column: Kevyn Adams needs to make it clear that Jack Eichel is untouchable

'Last September, Thompson showed during Prospects Challenge, training camp and preseason games that he learned to better use his size to make an impact in the offensive zone. He was no longer trying to stick-handle around opponents and his development translated on the ice with the Amerks, as he demonstrated an ability to drive play from the wing.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign winger Tage Thompson to a three-year contract

'Short-term organizational needs are unlikely to dictate the Sabres’ decision. Adams and his staff are expected to select the best player available according to their draft board, which was constructed after former GM Jason Botterill and most of his staff were fired June 16.' … [Read more...] about NHL entry draft: Eight names to know for Buffalo Sabres at No. 8

'What kind of numbers is Adams going to work out for RFAs Sam Reinhart, Victor Olofsson, Linus Ullmark and Domink Kahun? How does he work out the Brandon Montour situation? Can he really walk away from a guy who cost this franchise a first-round pick just 20 months ago?' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Huge week ahead, especially for Sabres’ first-time GM

'Jankowski ran Jason Botterill’s scouting staff for only two drafts, beginning with the Sabres’ selection of Rasmus Dahlin with the first overall pick in 2018. The work of Jankowski’s scouts resulted in the team selecting Mattias Samuelsson, Matej Pekar, Dylan Cozens, Ryan Johnson and Erik Portillo, among others.' … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabres scouting director Ryan Jankowski hired by Coyotes

'My prediction is the Sabres will add a goaltender to complement Linus Ullmark. Though the NHL has yet to release a schedule for next season, it’s likely going to be truncated, which should prevent Krueger from overusing Ullmark.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: How will Kevyn Adams improve the roster in free agency?

'With the cap not going up, lots of NHL teams are going to have problems fitting in their mid-level guys or rewarding young players who might be in line for bigger deals. You wonder if we're going to see more of the NBA model with stars and even more of those valuable entry-level contracts.' … [Read more...] about Column: Like other NHL GMs, Sabres’ Kevyn Adams has to put on thinking cap

'Eichel is under contract for six more years with an average annual value of $10 million and his no-movement clause does not begin until 2022-23. The two-year captain willed the Sabres to a 30-31-8 record with 78 points during the coronavirus-shortened season, earning him an eighth-place finish in voting for the Hart Trophy, which is awarded annually to the NHL’s most valuable … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams says he has ‘no intention’ of trading Jack Eichel

'Next up are unrestricted free agents, who will be free to sign elsewhere beginning Oct. 9 at noon: Johan Larsson, Zemgus Girgensons, Wayne Simmonds, Vladimir Sobotka, Jimmy Vesey, Michael Frolik and Matt Hunwick. While Simmonds checks a few boxes, his lack of foot speed doesn’t fit with how Krueger wants to play. We’re also saying goodbye to Vesey, Frolik and Hunwick, the … [Read more...] about Sabres’ GM for a Day: Plotting a course for 2020 offseason