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'“I feel very comfortable we’re going to be adding to our depth in our organization in areas we’ve wanted to improve on. And, we’ll just continue our dialogue with players and other teams to see if we can improve our team in general.” … [Read more...] about Botterill & Sabres prepare for free agency

'Botterill added he’s been encouraged with the talks between new head coach Ralph Krueger, the organization and Ristolainen, but wouldn’t detail whether the defenseman had requested a trade.' … [Read more...] about Could Ristolainen be on the move?

'Lazar was not issued a qualifying offer from the Flames, which made him an unrestricted free agent ahead of the July 1st period. The forward spent just one game with the Flames last season.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Sabres to Land Curtis Lazar

'The blueliner enjoyed a breakout season a year ago scoring 10 goals and posting a career-high 41 points in 82 games with the Golden Knights. In his last two season with Vegas, he led all defensemen in both assists (57) and points (70).' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade for defenseman Colin Miller

'“You know, it’s been overwhelming sometimes,” said the goalie. “There’s been a lot happening around me. But at the same time, it’s been very fun. I’m excited and very thankful for the fact that the Sabres drafted me. It’s been very fun.”' … [Read more...] about Erik Portillo Looking To Develop As Quick As Possible

'He’s scaled back in the past few years after dealing with some health issues.' … [Read more...] about Rick Jeanneret will be back to call Sabres games

'“I want to show them that I can be an intense player, that I can be a big role player, I can play in all situations,” said the first round pick. “I want to prove to them that I can play on the team.”' … [Read more...] about Johnson Wants To Be A Role-Player For Sabres

'"They told us they're not evaluating any of us at this (camp). We're just supposed to go out there, develop, learn lots of stuff and just have fun -- that's the biggest thing. Obviously, I want to impress them and show them they made the right choice but I'm going out just trying to enjoy my first NHL camp."' … [Read more...] about Cozens enjoys first day on the ice at Development Camp

'"Obviously it sucks. You want to win the Cup. You don't want to see anyone else win it, especially your old team. I'm happy for a lot of the guys I played with. It's nice to see them win one. I know how hard they worked and what it means to them."' … [Read more...] about Thompson: “Bittersweet” to watch Blues win the Stanley Cup

'Finish the season with 14 of 16 games against Eastern Conference opponents.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 2019-2020 schedule released

'"It's always a possibility there. You have to be open to it and we'll see how things go with Ralph (Krueger) with that discussion. But I also think over the last year or so, he's excelled on the wing and I think he's in a position where he can drive a line from the wing," Botterill said. "You've seen that a lot in the National Hockey League. There's certainly a focus on … [Read more...] about Could Sam Reinhart move back to center?

'He's committed to playing college hockey at the University of Michigan, where Botterill played for four seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres draft goaltender Erik Portillo 67th overall

'“I think hopefully by stepping up and signing Jeff Skinner shows that we’re going to reward players who want to be apart of things here in Buffalo. I think that mix is hopefully attractive to other players out there. We certainly demonstrated, start of the year, what we can accomplish. Now it’s up to us to take the next step and do it over the course of 82 games.”' … [Read more...] about With draft over, Botterill & Sabres prepare for free agency

'"He brings a lot to the table when it comes to speed. Because, speed can help dictate what you want on the ice," said NHL Director of Central Scouting Dan Marr at the NHL Combine. "He has the hockey sense and scoring ability. One of the things we liked, every game we were at, he finds a way to generate and create a scoring chance."' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Dylan Cozens No. 7 overall

'Johnson, who is committed to playing college hockey at the University of Minnesota, is the 11th skater drafted by the Sabres from the program and one of six to be selected in the first round.' … [Read more...] about Sabres draft defenseman Ryan Johnson 31st overall