The Sporting News

'Returning to Michigan — while a bit unprecedented, as most No. 1 picks head to the NHL ranks — makes the most sense. The Sabres are a team struggling to figure itself out (see: Jack Eichel; see: Rasmus Dahlin still not signed; see: the team is rebuilding) and will likely battle for the top pick again in 2022.' … [Read more...] about Sabres No. 1 pick Owen Power reportedly heading back to Michigan

'On Friday, his agents stressed that they believe the actions of the Sabres are hindering his ability to continue his career in any capacity.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s agents blast Sabres for handling of neck injury: ‘process is not working’

'Certainly, that's surprising. It's one thing to be resigned that you have to trade a player, but wanting to move on from Eichel, a 24-year-old center who has scored at least 24 goals in all but one of his six seasons, is surprising.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel trade rumors: Sabres reportedly ‘want to move on’ from star center

'In the end, it was the Sabres who landed atop the draft board. General manager Kevyn Adams will have not have an easy decision to make, as there is no consensus No. 1 overall prospect this year. Defenseman Owen Power seems to be the most likely choice, but there is also his University of Michigan teammates Matthew Beniers and Kent Johnson. Other big names include Dylan … [Read more...] about NHL Draft lottery results 2021: Sabres snag No. 1 overall pick; Kraken move up to second

'Sure, the Sabres have had good teams and Hall of Famers in the past, but recent memory erases that. Since the 1999 Stanley Cup Final run, they've only been to the playoffs six times. The last time the Sabres made the postseason was in 2011, when Buffalo lost in seven games to Philadelphia in the opening round. Since then, the club has finished last in its division in five of … [Read more...] about With NHL Draft lottery win, Sabres have chance to take franchise from dumpster fire to respectability

'Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen was able to snag a first-round pick for David Savard. He was also able to snag a first-round pick for Nick Foligno. So the big question is: How was Adams not able to snag a first-rounder for Hall?' … [Read more...] about Taylor Hall trade takeaways: Bruins get a bargain from Sabres in head-scratching deadline deal

'Yes, Hall has battled injuries in the last few years and he only dressed for 33 games in 2018-19 due to a knee injury that resulted in arthroscopic surgery to remove bone fragments. But he also has some firepower with 582 points in 664 career games. One major concern though is that the 29-year-old 2010 first-round pick looks to now be destined for his fifth NHL team in just 11 … [Read more...] about Taylor Hall trade rumors: Four potential landing spots for the Sabres winger

'So what's next for the Sabres? Aside from the idea that this team's roster needs to be torn down and built back up, an experienced head coach is most likely a must in Western New York.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres’ nine best coaching candidates to replace fired Ralph Krueger

'"I was going to smash into a fold-up table for my intro but it's probably safest if I don't. Hopefully, we get back to playing hockey again sometime soon, but until then, go, Bills."' … [Read more...] about Newest Sabres forward Taylor Hall ready to go, jokes about partaking in Bills Mafia tradition

'The newest Sabre is expected to play on a line with Eichel and could see immediate results, as Jeff Skinner did in 2018-19 when he scored 40 goals for the first time in his career. Line combinations will of course be up to Ralph Krueger — whose position as bench boss was a factor for Hall's signing. Krueger was an Oilers assistant coach during Hall's first two seasons in the … [Read more...] about Sabres lure top free agent Taylor Hall to team up with Jack Eichel, who had made frustrations known

'To avoid a complete rebuild, the Sabres must figure out how to make Eichel happy. Before the start of the 2020 NHL Draft, general manager Kevyn Adam assured fans he would do what he could to retain the superstar.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pledge to keep Jack Eichel amid crucial 2020 NHL Draft period

'McKenzie reports that Buffalo isn't actively shopping Eichel, but that Eichel is "frustrated" with the lack of team success coming his way.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel trade rumors: ‘Calls taken’ for Sabres star; Rangers reportedly interested

'Sabres are currently paying three general managers, or the equivalent of 10 percent of the league's GMs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres suddenly fire Jason Botterill three weeks after Kim Pegula’s ‘he’s our GM’ comments

'The Sabres thought that Eichel would help turn their fortunes around when they selected him second overall in the 2015 NHL Draft. Their current playoff drought is more than twice as long as the next-longest active streak, four years for the Detroit Red Wings. That lack of success has clearly started to affect Eichel.' … [Read more...] about Sabres star Jack Eichel admits he’s frustrated with losing seasons

'“I dedicated my life to hockey because of this team. I can’t do it anymore. I’m seriously for the first time considering not being a season-ticket holder this year." he told the hosts. "Even when the team was terrible [former owner] Ted Black would come on this station and talk to fans and address concerns. I don’t need a damn camera in front of Terry Pegula every single day, … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fan unleashes wild tirade against franchise owner on radio show