'The Edmonton, Alberta native spent most of the 2015-16 season with the Utica Comets (AHL), where he posted 33 points (8+25) and 48 penalty minutes in 63 games played. In five AHL seasons, he has recorded 132 points (32+100) and a plus-23 rating in 263 career games. Fedun has also added eight points (4+4) and a plus-10 rating in 28 career playoff games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Taylor Fedun
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Sabres sign defenseman Justin Falk
'Falk (6’5”, 224 lbs., 10/11/1988) split the 2015-16 season between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Lake Erie Monsters (AHL). He totaled four assists, 17 penalty minutes and a plus-2 rating 24 games with Columbus and nine points (2+7) in 32 AHL games with Lake Erie. Falk also tallied four assists and a plus-3 rating in 17 AHL Playoff games to help Lake Erie to a Calder Cup … [Read more...] about Sabres sign defenseman Justin Falk
With new contract freshly inked, McCabe looks ahead to bright future
'“It was interesting being one of the veteran guys on the team,” he said. “It was kind of cool to be relied upon in all situations and have the coaching staff have confidence in me to continue to put me out there, even if I did make a mistake.”' … [Read more...] about With new contract freshly inked, McCabe looks ahead to bright future
Sabres, McCabe agree to three-year, $4.8 million contract
'McCabe, a second-round pick in 2012, emerged as a top-four defenseman last season playing alongside Zach Bogosian. In 77 games, McCabe recorded four goals, 14 points and a team-best plus-6 rating.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, McCabe agree to three-year, $4.8 million contract
Sabres re-sign Williamsville's Schneider to one-year deal
'The Sabres acquired the 25-year-old in a minor-league blockbuster with Ottawa in February. He totaled 21 goals and 56 points in 73 games with Binghamton and Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Williamsville’s Schneider to one-year deal
After two lame summers, Sabres ready to get more out of free agency
'Aside from captain Brian Gionta, it can easily be argued that not one of Buffalo's 12 other moves the past two years has worked out. Among the notables, Matt Moulson's production has plummeted, Cody Franson had his worst year as a pro and Cody McCormick missed the season with blood clots. Andrej Meszaros and Andre Benoit were forgettable. Minor-leaguers Cal O'Reilly, Jason … [Read more...] about After two lame summers, Sabres ready to get more out of free agency
Sabres announce development camp schedule, roster
'On-ice workouts will be open to the public. Tickets will be required for the scrimmage at 1 p.m. July 9 and the three-on-three tournament, which be held at 9:15 a.m. July 12. Ticket information has not yet been provided.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce development camp schedule, roster
Stamkos’ return to Lightning was blessing to Sabres
'Let me be clear: Stamkos did Buffalo a favor by taking himself off the market before the Sabres had a chance to make a major mistake. The last thing they needed was one grossly overpaid player mucking up their salary structure. He would have accounted for 13 percent of their maximum payroll and 60 percent of their current cap room.' … [Read more...] about Stamkos’ return to Lightning was blessing to Sabres
Steven Stamkos' deal saved Sabres' Tim Murray from himself
'Paying Stamkos $11 million or $12 million a year would’ve put the Sabres up against the salary cap wall at a time when they need to get rising young defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen signed to a long-term deal. And in the not-to-distance future when their entry-level bargain rates expire, Eichel and Reinhart must get paid.' … [Read more...] about Steven Stamkos’ deal saved Sabres’ Tim Murray from himself
Sabres won’t find elite talent in free agency
'Yes, Okposo has been productive over the years. But is he worth a long-term contract worth the $7 million a season he is reportedly seeking, according to Newsday? The Isles refused to pay him.' … [Read more...] about Sabres won’t find elite talent in free agency
Reports: Sabres re-sign Jake McCabe to 3-year contract
'The Wisconsin native played his first full NHL season in 2015-16, compiling four goals, 14 points, 51 penalty minutes and a plus-6 rating in 77 games.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Sabres re-sign Jake McCabe to 3-year contract
Reports: Sabres want to trade Kane
'According to former NHL player and current analyst Georges Laraque, General Manager Tim Murray has indicated to a player agent in the NHL that he would like to trade Kane.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Sabres want to trade Kane
Sabres have the money, but the buck stops there
'While the Stamkos watch won’t open today at noon, free agency must still go on. Buffalo could still make a splash, but it won’t have the ripple effect Stamkos would have made.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have the money, but the buck stops there
Sabres re-sign McCabe to 3-year, $4.8 million contract
'McCabe was a restricted free agent whose rights were retained by Buffalo on Monday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign McCabe to 3-year, $4.8 million contract
Sabres sign D McCabe, F Schneider
'In his first full NHL season in 2015-16, McCabe scored four goals while adding 10 assists in 77 games with a plus-six rating. His average ice time of 19:07 per game ranked him 11th among all NHL rookies and his 14 points tied for eighth-most among rookie defensemen.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign D McCabe, F Schneider