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'Elie (6'1", 215 lbs., 4/16/1995) appeared in 16 games with the Sabres in 2018-19 after the team claimed him off waivers from the Dallas Stars in October. He also played 25 regular-season AHL games and three playoff games with the Rochester Americans, totaling 14 points (8+6) in those contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Elie agree to 1-year contract

'The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has signed forward Evan Rodrigues to a one-year contract with an AAV of $2 million. The terms of the contract were based on the ruling of an independent arbitrator.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Rodrigues to 1-year contract

'The Sabres will be joined by the Boston Bruins, New Jersey Devils and Pittsburgh Penguins to compete in a round-robin challenge featuring prospects from each team. The participating teams will each play three games during the course of the event, which will be held entirely at Harborcenter.' … [Read more...] about 5th annual Prospects Challenge set for September 6-9

'In his second full season with Lethbridge, Cozens also ranked in the top 10 among WHL skaters in even-strength assists (10th, 34) and even-strength points (T-8th, 59). The Whitehorse, Yukon native added eight points (4+4) in seven playoff contests.' … [Read more...] about Cozens agrees to entry-level contract

'Larsson (5'11", 202 lbs., 7/25/1992) recently completed his seventh NHL season and recorded 14 points (6+8) in 73 games. Larsson, who played one game for the Minnesota Wild before being traded to the Sabres in April 2013, has recorded 79 points (32+47) in 331 career NHL games. Seven of his 32 career goals have been game-winners and the Sabres are 20-7-4 all-time when Larsson … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Larsson to 1-year deal

'"I just realized it's a good opportunity for me, coming to a great organization like the Buffalo Sabres," Jokiharju said during a conference call on Wednesday. "I'm pumped to play for the Sabres."' … [Read more...] about Jokiharju sees ‘good opportunity’ ahead with Sabres

'Drafted by Chicago in the first round (29th overall) of the 2017 NHL Draft, Jokiharju was named to the Western Conference Second All-Star Team in 2018 after recording 71 points (12+59) in 63 games for the Portland Winterhawks (WHL). He posted 119 points (21+98) in 134 career WHL games before making his professional debut last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Henri Jokiharju from Blackhawks

'"I think talking to Ralph and Jason, I like what Buffalo's got going," Johansson said. "Talking to Ralph, he's got some really good ideas on how to play, and it's a really young and exciting team. I'm looking forward to it and once it came down to it, I was really happy I ended up going to Buffalo."' … [Read more...] about Talks with Krueger helped bring Johansson to Buffalo

'Johansson (6'1", 205 lbs., 10/6/1990) split time between the New Jersey Devils and Boston Bruins in 2018-19, where he recorded 30 points (13+17) in 58 combined games. He added a career-high 11 points (4+7) in 22 playoff games for the Bruins during their Stanley Cup Final run.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Johansson to 2-year contract

'His 18 even-strength points marked Girgensons' highest total since he recorded a career-high 23 even-strength points in 2014-15.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Girgensons to 1-year contract

'His expected recovery time is approximately two to three months.' … [Read more...] about Cozens undergoes successful surgery on thumb

'Smith (5'10", 184 lbs., 12/1/1994) recorded 58 points (28+30) in 62 games for the Rochester Americans (AHL) in 2018-19, ranking second on the team in goals and points and third in assists. He also contributed four game-winning goals and led all Amerks skaters with a plus-26 rating.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Smith agree to 2-year contract

'An update on his estimated recovery time will be provided later this week.' … [Read more...] about Cozens to undergo procedure on thumb

'What stood out the most, though, was Vesey's consistent ability to score at even strength since entering the league three seasons ago. Forty-three of his 50 career goals have come at even strength, including 16 in each of the past two seasons. His 31 even-strength points last season ranked third on the Rangers.' … [Read more...] about Vesey brings even-strength production, net-front ability to Sabres

'The Sabres signed goalie Andrew Hammond, forward Curtis Lazar, and defenseman John Gilmour to one-year contracts. Forward Jean-Sebastien Dea was signed to a two-year deal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add to organizational depth on Day 1 of free agency