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'This roster needs more reshaping. More help on defense. More scoring. Decisions on key players. The amateur scouts did most of their prep work for this one and it was done by May, shortly after Botterill came on board. Housley, of course, was just hired so he's going to mostly observe those proceedings.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Even without high pick, it’s a big day for Botterill to make some moves

'The Sabres’ owner will appear with some of hockey’s top executives Friday at a news conference that will “support college hockey.” Pegula will be joined by NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, players’ association executive assistant Mathieu Schneider, USA Hockey Executive Director Pat Kelleher, Blackhawks President John McDonough and University of Illinois Athletics Director Josh … [Read more...] about Draft Notebook: Pegula set to help college hockey; Stars hire Stu Barnes

'The game vs. Vegas will be part of a four-game road trip that includes the club's annual sojourn to California against San Jose (Oct. 12), Los Angeles (Oct. 14) and Anaheim (Oct. 15). The Golden Knights make their first visit to Buffalo on March 10 in one of the Sabres' seven home matinees.' … [Read more...] about 2017-18 Sabres schedule announced

'"Buffalo had interest in influencing us to go in one direction to protect a certain part of their roster, so they gave us a sixth-round pick," Vegas General Manager George McPhee said during the broadcast of the expansion draft on NBCSN. "That's probably the simplest example. Some of the others are a little more elaborate."' … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabres forward Carrier excited to join Vegas expansion team

'Buffalo has lost four straight home openers and four straight season openers. The latest was when the Canadiens earned a 4-1 victory to start the 2016-17 season. Buffalo last opened the regular or home schedules with a win Jan. 20, 2013, when it beat Philadelphia, 5-2.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open at home, head on the road to start 2017-18 season

'Beaulieu was known for poor decision-making in Montreal. Word is, he was inhibited by his coaches' reluctance to have defensemen skate the puck up ice. That's what Phil Housley wants from his D. This could be a good fit.' … [Read more...] about Jerry Sullivan’s Power Take: Beaulieu could be in a good place

'The Sabres are not planning to bring back Terry Murray, Bob Woods and Tom Ward, a source tells The Buffalo News. It’s not a surprise that Phil Housley will want his own people beside him as he starts his head coaching career.' … [Read more...] about Source: Sabres not bringing back assistant coaches

'Pu, a center, was Buffalo's third-round choice in last year's draft. He had 35 goals, 51 assists and a team-high 86 points in 63 games last season for the London Knights.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Pu chosen for Team Canada camp

'The league's release through adidas says the new jersey is up to 19 percent lighter than its predecessor, is cooler for players due to much more breathable fabrics, is 27 percent stronger in burst testing and up to 72 percent tougher in abrasion testing.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ditch the grey piping in new Adidas model sweater

'If the Sabres hold steady at No. 8, they should have a shot at a puck-moving defenseman or high-scoring winger. Buffalo needs to add both to the organizational depth chart.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Botterill ready for anything as unpredictable draft approaches

'The Sabres will head from Pegulaville to Pegula Ice Arena for a preseason game against the Penguins on Sept. 19, squaring off against the defending Stanley Cup champions at the Penn State arena named for the Sabres' owner.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will return to Pegula’s Penn State arena for preseason game

'Previous tweets sent out by the team showed the same dark blue color but with a dotted pattern along the shoulders. It’s presumably for air flow purposes as the NHL transitions from Reebok to Adidas jerseys.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ new uniform set to be unveiled Tuesday

'The Sabres have missed the playoffs for six straight seasons. Rookie GM Jason Botterill should call every team in the league about every player in his organization with the idea he can make upgrades. If another team is willing to give up more for Kane than Botterill thinks he's worth, trade him. If not, keep him – for now.' … [Read more...] about Bucky Gleason’s Power Take: Kane’s value in trade market will determine Sabres’ decision

'The Sabres protected Rasmus Ristolainen on defense along with Jake McCabe and newly acquired Nathan Beaulieu. That means left unprotected are veteran Josh Gorges and the duo of Justin Falk and Taylor Fedun that was signed last summer and played plenty of strong minutes when injuries struck the blueline.' … [Read more...] about Bogosian, Moulson, Carrier left unprotected by Sabres

'In 22-year-old winger William Carrier, the Sabres are hoping to see promise blossom. The 6-foot-2 Carrier has speed and isn't afraid to play a physical game. But he hasn't shown much finish yet.' … [Read more...] about Carrier seems to be Sabres’ chip that Vegas wants to play