'The production certainly hasn’t been there for the former first round pick, who has scored 15 goals and 51 total points in 246 career games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Lazar to one-year contract
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Sabres add depth with Andrew Hammond
'Hammond has suited up in 132 career games in the AHL and combined for a 62-55-6 overall record in time spent with Binghamton, Belleville, San Antonio and Iowa.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add depth with Andrew Hammond
Botterill & Sabres prepare for free agency
'“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
Could Ristolainen be on the move?
'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?
Reports: Sabres to Land Curtis Lazar
'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
Sabres trade for defenseman Colin Miller
'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
Erik Portillo Looking To Develop As Quick As Possible
'“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
Rick Jeanneret will be back to call Sabres games
'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
Johnson Wants To Be A Role-Player For Sabres
'“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
Cozens enjoys first day on the ice at Development Camp
'"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
Thompson: "Bittersweet" to watch Blues win the Stanley Cup
'"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
Sabres 2019-2020 schedule released
'Finish the season with 14 of 16 games against Eastern Conference opponents.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 2019-2020 schedule released
Could Sam Reinhart move back to center?
'"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?
Sabres draft goaltender Erik Portillo 67th overall
'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
With draft over, Botterill & Sabres prepare for free agency
'“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