'Reinhart, 24, appeared in all of the team's games for the third consecutive season in 2019-20, recording a career-best .32 goals per game. He finished the team's Golden Season with 22 goals and 50 points in 69 games. He's topped the 20-goal plateau in four of his five full NHL seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Reinhart agree to 1-year contract
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Sabres sign Ullmark to 1-year deal
'Ullmark compiled a record of 17-14-3 in 34 starts in 2019-20, setting a career high in wins. He finished the season with a .915 save percentage and a 2.69 goals-against average.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Ullmark to 1-year deal
Rieder: Decision to sign with Sabres 'a no-brainer'
'"It was really satisfying," Rieder said. "It was kind of a crazy summer last year, waiting until pretty much before training camp, and then signing a tryout contract. It's really good. You're a little bit more relaxed after signing a contract. Now you can just focus on preparing, getting ready for the season."' … [Read more...] about Rieder: Decision to sign with Sabres ‘a no-brainer’
Sabres see veteran additions as 'important pieces of the puzzle'
'If one thing was clear listening to the three veterans during their introductory sessions with the Buffalo media Wednesday, it was an awareness regarding the roles they were brought in to play.' … [Read more...] about Sabres see veteran additions as ‘important pieces of the puzzle’
Hall to wear No. 4 with Sabres
'Hall wore 4 during his junior career with Windsor of the Ontario Hockey League and kept the number through his first six NHL seasons with the Edmonton Oilers. He switched to No. 9 after joining the New Jersey Devils, where 4 was retired for Hall-of-Fame defenseman Scott Stevens, then wore No. 91 during his stint with the Arizona Coyotes last season.' … [Read more...] about Hall to wear No. 4 with Sabres
Talks with Krueger helped bring Hall to Buffalo
'Hall envisioned himself playing for the Sabres even before free agency opened last Friday. He sat with his agent, Darren Ferris, and evaluated all 31 teams for their potential fits. Upon considering Buffalo, Hall told Ferris it was place he could see himself if the chance presented itself.' … [Read more...] about Talks with Krueger helped bring Hall to Buffalo
Krueger on Hall signing: 'It's a big day for Sabres hockey'
'"Well, number one is the culture that we worked so hard on last season," Krueger said. "Here we are a few months later and we still have to admit we're not happy with where we ended or the final results. But there was an amazing evolution within the group, within the team. I know that culture means a lot to Taylor, what's going on in the room, what's the relationship between … [Read more...] about Krueger on Hall signing: ‘It’s a big day for Sabres hockey’
Sabres sign Taylor Hall to 1-year deal
'The Buffalo Sabres have signed forward Taylor Hall to a one-year contract worth $8 million, the team announced Sunday. The 28-year-old tallied 52 points (16+36) in 65 games with New Jersey and Arizona last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Taylor Hall to 1-year deal
'Humble and hungry' | Kevyn Adams details the Taylor Hall signing
'Adams was also able to lean on coach Ralph Krueger, who built a relationship with Hall during their three seasons together in Edmonton, the last of which Krueger spent as head coach. Krueger was able to testify to Hall's character and how it would mesh in the Buffalo dressing room.' … [Read more...] about ‘Humble and hungry’ | Kevyn Adams details the Taylor Hall signing
Sabres sign Montour to 1-year contract
'Montour, 26, tallied 18 points (5+13) in 54 games last season. Since making his Sabres debut on Feb. 26, 2019, he leads all Sabres defensemen with eight goals and a plus-9 rating. He ranks third amongst team defensemen in points (28) and second in average ice time (20:07) in that time frame.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Montour to 1-year contract
Sabres re-sign Girgensons to 3-year contract
'Girgensons, 26, tallied 12 goals and 19 points in 69 games last season, both of which represented his highest totals since 2014-15. His 11 even-strength goals tied his career high and ranked fourth on the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Girgensons to 3-year contract
Sabres sign Tobias Rieder to 1-year contract
'Rieder, 27, tallied 10 points (4+6) in 55 regular-season games with the Calgary Flames last season. He averaged 1:36 of shorthanded ice time per contest.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Tobias Rieder to 1-year contract
Sabres ink defenseman Matt Irwin to 1-year deal
'Irwin, 32, recorded one assist in nine games for Anaheim last season after being acquired from Nashville at the NHL Trade Deadline.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink defenseman Matt Irwin to 1-year deal
Sabres sign Davidson to 1-year deal
'Davidson, 29, tallied 20 points (3+17) in 34 games last season as an alternate captain with the Stockton Heat, the AHL affiliate of the Calgary Flames. He led Stockton defensemen with .59 points per game (minimum five games played).' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Davidson to 1-year deal
Crowe, director of scouting, breaks down Sabres' Class of 2020
'"We also thought he was another guy that is trending positively from a growth perspective. Adding strength and size are only going to help him. He's got good speed, he has an elite shot, but he also makes a lot of plays. The versatility of his game combined with the productive output is what ultimately made him very attractive to us."' … [Read more...] about Crowe, director of scouting, breaks down Sabres’ Class of 2020