Olean Times Herald

'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

'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

'“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’

'The 5-foot-11, 192-pound Zucker, a winger, has scored 196 goals and 370 points in 697 career NHL games. The American scored 27 goals for the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2022-23 and a career-high 33 for the Minnesota Wild in 2017-18.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Jason Zucker, Sam Lafferty in free agency, re-sign Jacob Bryson

'The Sabres could re-sign Bryson, who had arbitration rights, to a salary lower than his qualifying offer. He just completed a two-year, $3.7 million contract. Last year, they re-signed center Tyson Jost to a cheaper contract after not qualifying him.' … [Read more...] about Sabres don’t give Jacob Bryson, two others qualifying offers

'Still, in trading the 43rd overall pick on Saturday to the Washington Capitals in exchange for Malenstyn, 26, the Sabres addressed a significant need by becoming tougher to play against.' … [Read more...] about Sabres looking to make more moves after trading for Beck Malenstyn

'“It’s a step-by-step process,” Adams said in The Sphere. “That process was started early this morning.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres beginning process of buying out Jeff Skinner’s contract

'Kleber compiled five goals, 26 points, 26 penalty minutes and a minus-12 rating in 56 games last season for the United States Hockey League’s Lincoln Stars. He plans to play at Minnesota-Duluth next season.' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft Tracker: Sabres select Adam Kleber 42nd overall, make trades

'Facing stronger and more experienced talent, the 5-foot-11, 189-pound Helenius has stood out. Last season, he scored 14 goals and 36 points in 51 games and added two goals and six points in six playoff contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select center Konsta Helenius 14th overall at the NHL Draft

'“I’m fortunate enough to know how special a feeling that is,” Adams said Thursday in the Wynn Hotel prior to the NHL Draft.' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams believes Kyle Okposo left lasting impact with Sabres

'After Thursday’s deal, the Sabres have nine picks this weekend at The Sphere, including two second-round selections (42nd and 43rd). They’ve also assembled a stable of strong prospects over the past few years. Adams possesses enough capital to make bold moves.' … [Read more...] about Trading first pick could only be start of Sabres’ aggressive dealing at NHL Draft

'“There’s been honest communication, but no indication that that’s something they’re willing to look at,” Adams said Thursday of Skinner and his representatives at Newport Sports. “But all you can do is just have honest conversations and explain certain situations that could be out there, and we’ve done that.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jeff Skinner not interested in waiving no-movement clause

'Iginla’s dynamic play with the Western Hockey League’s Kelowna Rockets last season generated extra noise. A strong argument can be made he showcased more development in 2023-24 than any draft-eligible player.' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft: If Sabres don’t trade 11th pick, Tij Iginla could be strong choice

'“He’s got a knack for seeing the game. He sees it different and he can make plays, and he makes the players around him better, which is what you’re always looking for from a hockey player.”' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft: Max Plante, son of ex-Sabres standout, possesses high hockey IQ

'“We really like the position we’re in with having UPL and Devon Levi as still young, developing goaltenders, guys we think are going to continue to grow and get better, that are extremely talented, hard-working, and character people,” Adams said. “So that’s a good place to start.”' … [Read more...] about With UPL, Devon Levi in Buffalo, Sabres plan to add goalie depth for minors