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'Estephan played six games for Rochester at the end of the 2016 season scoring one goal. This season in Lethbridge, he netted 35 goals and 54 assists for 89 points in 68 games. In the Western Hockey League playoffs, Estephan added 24 points in 18 games.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres take a pass on Estephan

'I’ve spoken to Petersen a couple of times during the Sabres Prospect Camps and he was always very impressed with the organization and how he was treated.' … [Read more...] about Cal Petersen is leaving school

'With Johansson signing, it doesn’t look good for Jason Kasdorf to be back. He was part of the Evander Kane deal, but never looked good in Buffalo or Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign a goalie

'One of the weaknesses of the last regime was communication. Terry Pegula has spoken about it a lot and Eichel said, “Just having an open relationship and trying to keep everyone informed, let everyone know where they are in different situations. It will be important for us. Communication’s a big thing, and he seems like a great communicator.”' … [Read more...] about Eichel is excited about Botterill

'Boughner has been a name that had been rumored to be of interest for the Sabres. He has spent the past two seasons behind the bench with the Sharks as an assistant coach on Peter DeBoer's staff. Boughner has also spent time in the National Hockey League as an assistant with the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2010-11 season.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres interviewed Boughner on Tuesday

'In his five seasons in the KHL, Antipin scored 36 goals and registered 98 points in 266 regular season games. In 79 playoff games, Antipin has 17 goals and 37 points, and has won two Gagarin Cup Championships.' … [Read more...] about Sabres officially sign Antipin

'The Cyclones made their return to the ECHL in the 2006-07 season, and have since served as affiliates for the Montréal Canadiens, Nashville Predators and Florida Panthers. Cincinnati has been Kelly Cup champions twice (2008 and 2010) since their return to the ECHL, and have made the playoffs in eight of nine seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have new ECHL affiliate in Cincinnati

'"I think [the process> is underway, but the bottom line is I think Jason Botterill probably wants someone in place by the NHL Draft in Chicago. That should give Sabres fans a timeline," LeBrun said with Mike Schopp and the Bulldog on Wednesday afternoon. "There are also guys that I probably don't know about. I think that Jason Botterill is going to cast a wide net here. The … [Read more...] about Sabres’ coaching search starting to take shape

'Evander Kane is on the final year of a 6 year $31.5 million deal. His cap hit is $5.25 million per year. Coming off a 28 goal season and going into a contract year Kane will defiantly be motivated. You'd have to think Kane will want a pay raise. How willing will Jason Botterill be to do that? Botterill has already talked about valuing character over talent in instances. … [Read more...] about LeBrun: June 15th – July 2nd will be busiest in NHL history. Will Evander Kane be part of it?

'It’s no secret that there were problems in the Sabres locker-room this past season that need to be addressed. Botterill said he’s already had talks with some players, “From dialog with some of our players, they’re certainly not happy where the team is at right now and they think there’s more from an individual standpoint and from a team standpoint.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill comments on coaches and Antipin

'Antipin terminated his contract with Magnitogorsk on May 1st in order to go to the NHL and join the Sabres. There will likely be a European Clause in Antipin's future contract with the Sabres that if Antipin is demoted at any point, he will be sent back to the KHL.' … [Read more...] about Report: Antipin heading to Buffalo next week

'Reirden, 45, has spent the past three seasons with the Capitals serving as an assistant coach on Barry Trotz's staff.' … [Read more...] about Report: Reirden ‘in the hunt’ for Sabres’ coaching vacancy

'"It's great having elite players [like the ones] they have here in Buffalo, but that allocates a lot of your salary cap. You have to find players, whether it's entry-level guys from Europe developing from your own system or guys on the open market that are undervalued a little bit. You bring them in for a year or two and see how they produce."' … [Read more...] about Botterill: My past experiences will help me in Buffalo

'I wanted an economist… and I think this counts as a hit.' … [Read more...] about 3 Stars

'The Penguins credit Botterill in helping general manager Jim Rutherford in all hockey-related matters including scouting, player development, contract negotiations and salary cap management. Rutherford joined The Instigators on WGR Sports Radio 550. He said, "Jason is a number one pick as a general manager. He's very well prepared, he's a bright hockey guy, he knows the game, … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Botterill as their next general manager