'When TV cameras cut from Adams to Power’s draft party, everyone gathered behind him was celebrating wildly as he put on a Sabres hat and No. 21 blue jersey.' … [Read more...] about Owen Power thrilled to be drafted by Sabres: ‘I was kind of hoping’
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Sabres select Swedish winger Isak Rosen 14th overall at NHL Draft
'Rosen spent the 2020-21 season with Leksands IF in the Swedish Hockey League and their junior team, registering zero goals and one assist in 22 games with the big club and seven goals and 12 points in 12 contests in junior.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Swedish winger Isak Rosen 14th overall at NHL Draft
Ex-Sabre Rasmus Ristolainen welcomes fresh start after trade to Flyers
'Trading Ristolainen, 26, will likely the first of several big moves general manager Kevyn Adams makes as he tries to overhaul a team that has missed the playoffs an NHL record-tying 10 straight seasons. Captain Jack Eichel, the face of the franchise and the Sabres’ most dynamic player, and center Sam Reinhart could also be dealt soon.' … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabre Rasmus Ristolainen welcomes fresh start after trade to Flyers
Kevyn Adams won’t confirm reports Sabres traded Sam Reinhart
'When pressed if Reinhart, 25, had been dealt, Adams said “it would just be appropriate right now because we’re working on things, and I don’t know sometimes … how long it could go or it couldn’t go."' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams won’t confirm reports Sabres traded Sam Reinhart
2021-22 Sabres schedule features early home stand, games against Kraken
'The Sabres have a 24-day break and only three games scheduled in February because NHL could renew its Olympic participation and send players to the Beijing Games. If the NHL and the NHL Players’ Association can’t reach an agreement, a revised schedule will be released.' … [Read more...] about 2021-22 Sabres schedule features early home stand, games against Kraken
As offseason ramps up for NHL Draft, Sabres could start making trades
'The chances of the Sabres fetching an equal return in exchange for Eichel are slim.' … [Read more...] about As offseason ramps up for NHL Draft, Sabres could start making trades
NHL Draft: Sabres could land Hedman-type defenseman with Owen Power
'Still, hulking defensemen in their teens – at 6-foot-6 and 213 pounds, Power already possesses a man’s body – are usually at least a little raw.' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft: Sabres could land Hedman-type defenseman with Owen Power
Sabres notes: Kraken take Will Borgen in NHL Expansion Draft
'Borgen registered zero points and four penalty minutes in 14 career appearances with the Sabres. After leaving St. Cloud State following his junior season, Borgen compiled four goals, 25 points and 130 penalty minutes for the Rochester Americans.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Kraken take Will Borgen in NHL Expansion Draft
NHL Draft prospect Mason McTavish would be interesting choice for Sabres
'The Sabres, who own the first overall pick Friday, are expected to select Michigan defenseman Owen Power. But the 6-foot-1, 207-pound McTavish could be an enticing choice for them if they acquire another high pick by trading captain Jack Eichel, center Sam Reinhart or defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen.' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft prospect Mason McTavish would be interesting choice for Sabres
NHL Draft prospect William Eklund would be intriguing choice for Sabres
'“Many young European prospects want everything quickly, too soon,” Stubb wrote. “Eklund is smart, he understands that he will develop to a better player playing on a high level in the Swedish League for at least one more year."' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft prospect William Eklund would be intriguing choice for Sabres
Sabres release 2021 preseason schedule
'The COVID-19 pandemic prevented NHL teams from playing any exhibition games prior to last season’s truncated 56-game schedule.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2021 preseason schedule
NHL releases Sabres’ protected list for Expansion Draft
'Borgen, 24, might be the most attractive name to the Kraken. The American played 10 NHL games last year and likely would’ve enjoyed regular duty if he hadn’t broken his forearm.' … [Read more...] about NHL releases Sabres’ protected list for Expansion Draft
Sabres could lose valuable young player to Kraken in NHL Expansion Draft
'What if the Sabres decide Borgen is too valuable to expose? If they protect Borgen and defensemen Rasmus Dahlin and Henri Jokiharju, would they dare make the frustrated Rasmus Ristolainen available?' … [Read more...] about Sabres could lose valuable young player to Kraken in NHL Expansion Draft
Sabres’ Jeff Skinner waives no-movement clause for Expansion Draft
'Skinner, 29, has struggled since signing an eight-year, $72 million contract in 2019, scoring just 21 goals in 112 games. Former coach Ralph Krueger scratched Skinner three times early last season. He finally recorded his first goal in his 20th appearance and finished with a career-low seven goals in 53 outings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jeff Skinner waives no-movement clause for Expansion Draft
Dylan Guenther could be too talented for Sabres to pass up at NHL Draft
'NHL Central Scouting ranked Guenther fifth in its final list of North American skaters for the 2021 draft, meaning he will likely be among the top picks July 23.' … [Read more...] about Dylan Guenther could be too talented for Sabres to pass up at NHL Draft