'“He just does so much right,” Fohr said of the winger. “… He’s just very good at everything.”' … [Read more...] about After trade to move up, Sabres possess mature prospect in Brodie Ziemer
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Ex-Sabres prospect Linus Weissbach signs contract in native Sweden
'Former Sabres prospects Filip Cederqvist and Arttu Ruotsalainen are also on Frolunda’s roster.' … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabres prospect Linus Weissbach signs contract in native Sweden
After signings and trades, where does Peyton Krebs fit with Sabres?
'Krebs, an asset the Sabres received in the Jack Eichel trade, carries a reputation as a sublime playmaker. If he hadn’t torn his Achilles tendon prior to the NHL Draft in 2019, he likely would’ve been selected higher than 17th overall by the Vegas Golden Knights. He averaged more than a point per game in junior and the AHL. But so far, he has struggled to produce offense in … [Read more...] about After signings and trades, where does Peyton Krebs fit with Sabres?
Nomadic Nicolas Aube-Kubel excited to give Sabres’ fourth line grit, speed
'At 28, he’s Buffalo’s third-oldest forward (he was born on the same day as Alex Tuch). Only Sam Lafferty and Jason Zucker, two other newcomers, are older.' … [Read more...] about Nomadic Nicolas Aube-Kubel excited to give Sabres’ fourth line grit, speed
Excited Ryan McLeod ready for ‘great opportunity’ after trade to Sabres
'Eleven days after his marathon nine-month, 105-game season ended, Ryan McLeod was posing for pictures at his friend’s wedding when he learned the Edmonton Oilers had traded him to the Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Excited Ryan McLeod ready for ‘great opportunity’ after trade to Sabres
Sabres newcomer Sam Lafferty enjoyed career season after trade
'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
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 receive immediate help in Ryan McLeod by trading Matt Savoie to Oilers
'If the 5-foot-9, 179-pound Savoie had remained with the Sabres, he likely would’ve started next season in Rochester, where he spent six games on a conditioning stint early last year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres receive immediate help in Ryan McLeod by trading Matt Savoie to Oilers
After strong campaign, Sabres re-sign Henri Jokiharju to one-year contract
'Jokiharju enjoyed arguably a career-best year last season, compiling three goals, 20 points 24 penalty minutes and a team-best plus-14 rating in 74 games.' … [Read more...] about After strong campaign, Sabres re-sign Henri Jokiharju to one-year contract
Sabres sorely need grit, leadership and versatility veteran Jason Zucker offers
'“If pucks end up in the corners, go get them back and let their skill take over,” Zucker said on a Zoom call Wednesday. “I’m not afraid to be at the net, stand at the net and kind of take a beating net-front throughout a game. I think I have a knack around the net, too, to get open and find soft spots.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres sorely need grit, leadership and versatility veteran Jason Zucker offers
Seasons with Flames changed Sabres newcomer Dennis Gilbert’s career
'“I took a lot of good steps, making sure that practice days were treated like game days and staying competitive and keep the juices flowing,” Gilbert said Wednesday in KeyBank Center. “Bringing that stuff every day is a big part of consistency. That’s what I thought I was able to kind of figure out in my fifth and sixth year pro.”' … [Read more...] about Seasons with Flames changed Sabres newcomer Dennis Gilbert’s career
Former Sabre Victor Olofsson finds new home with Jack Eichel, Golden Knights
'Olofsson reaped the benefits of playing with Eichel, as the playmaking center assisted on 15 of his 20 goals that season.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabre Victor Olofsson finds new home with Jack Eichel, Golden Knights
Sabres notes: James Reimer added to goalie mix; Amerks’ roster filling up
'That salary, of course, is hefty for a No. 3 goalie who will likely play in the minors. Still, general manager Kevyn Adams, who recently said the Sabres plan to have Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, 25, and Devon Levi, 22, in Buffalo, considered finding an experienced netminder a priority.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: James Reimer added to goalie mix; Amerks’ roster filling up
2024-25 Sabres schedule features two visits from Panthers, long break
'Two early-season visits from the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers are among the highlights of the Sabres’ 2024-25 schedule the NHL released Tuesday.' … [Read more...] about 2024-25 Sabres schedule features two visits from Panthers, long break
Signings, trade help revamp Sabres’ roster: ‘I like the look of our team’
'“When you look at the offseason, kind of what we were looking to accomplish, we wanted to be harder to play against,” Adams said. “… We wanted to be a team that wears teams out, that can be relentless on the forecheck and hard, and we want to be a team that’s more responsible defensively.”' … [Read more...] about Signings, trade help revamp Sabres’ roster: ‘I like the look of our team’