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'"We've had conversation with him. Everything's looking great from Kyle," Botterill said. "He physically looks great and mentally looks great."' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo ‘will be ready’ for training camp after late-season medical scare

'"I've had conversations with him and I think that's a two-step process. Obviously I think we feel comfortable where we're at right now, but you never know what can change in the next couple hours or a couple days here," Botterill said Thursday after the introductory press conference for new Sabres head coach Phil Housley. "But then there's the unknown. Once you hand your list … [Read more...] about Jason Botterill on expansion draft talks with Vegas Golden Knights: ‘You never know what can change’

'“We are not going to make any comments regarding Cal and his status right now,” Petersen’s representative told The Buffalo News on Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Cal Petersen’s rep mum on goalie’s plans for Sabres, NHL

'Las Vegas could have a say in whether the Sabres watch Ullmark's development. Teams can protect only one goaltender in the upcoming expansion draft, and Buffalo also has No. 1 netminder Robin Lehner. The protection lists must be submitted Saturday, and the results of the expansion draft will be announced June 21.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign goalie Linus Ullmark to two-year contract

'They’re both 53 years old. Each played more than 1,000 NHL games, including the 1996-97 season with the Washington Capitals. They’ve earned their keep as assistant coaches who connect with players. They’ve had individual and team success.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ coaching search ready to resume with Housley, Tocchet

'The jersey appears to retain its navy blue color scheme. Responses to the tweet expressed dismay that the Sabres are not going back to their original royal blue.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ jersey tease shows no big changes coming

'The Pens understood Botterill's contribution before the Sabres hired him midway through the playoffs. Pittsburgh was classy enough to invite him back. He had strong ties to the Pens and deserved to be with them. It didn't stop a few Twitter knuckleheads – pardon the redundancy – from questioning his allegiance.' … [Read more...] about Bucky Gleason’s Power Take: Botterill deserved celebration with Penguins

'"I'm not 'our' anymore and I know that but it was certainly nice they invited me back hoping to see a celebration for sure," he said. "It's been a hectic 3-4 weeks. I'm certainly focused in on trying to accomplish as much as I can in Buffalo. This is the finale for me with Pittsburgh and it's a pretty good way to go out."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s back to work for Botterill after one last celebration with Penguins

'The Sabres have also interviewed former Philadelphia coach Craig Berube, former Columbus coach Scott Arniel and Washington assistant Todd Reirden. Berube spent last year with the AHL's Chicago Wolves and is rumored to be joining Mike Yeo as an assistant in St. Louis next season.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres last to hire a coach as Panthers moving to name Boughner over Housley

'Vegas General Manager George McPhee has the hockey world knocking on his door regarding the upcoming expansion draft. The goal in Buffalo is to have McPhee take one of the Sabres’ bloated contracts. Matt Moulson is one of the candidates.' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Doubling down on expansion draft ideas

'Asplund will remain in Sweden for another season, he told Värmlands Folkblad, a Swedish news service. He said he discussed the decision with new Sabres GM Jason Botterill.' … [Read more...] about Report: After talking with Sabres, Rasmus Asplund will stay in Sweden

'The Hurricanes released their preseason schedule Thursday, and they open their exhibitions Sept. 18 in Buffalo. The Monday night game will start at 7 p.m. in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host Hurricanes in preseason game

'So it's a rough balance for Botterill, but he certainly realizes he needs to do something on defense for next season. Closing the deal with KHL blueliner Victor Antipin will certainly help. Brendan Guhle seems like he should be in the NHL next season but the Botterill model is more likely to keep him in Rochester for at least half the season, so another veteran defenseman is … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Kane trade a growing topic at Cup final

'He will be talking with Buffalo GM Jason Botterill. “We’ve had one conversation so far that went really well,” McPhee said. “I imagine things will pick up next week. He’s certainly had a lot going on as well.”' … [Read more...] about Vegas’ McPhee has Sabres’ attention, along with every other team

'The emphasis is on defensemen who can move the puck. The prospects at the NHL Scouting Combine were aware.' … [Read more...] about NHL Scouting Combine Notebook: Sabres can find D; yelling for Buffalo