'"We feel like this is a great fit for me and it's going to be exactly what I've been looking for as far as an opportunity to go in and play a lot and produce and help a team win. The organization thinks the same thing," Thompson added. "So it's nice to be on the same page and be given an opportunity."' … [Read more...] about Shooters shoot — and new Sabre Tage Thompson is ready to let it rip
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Sabres trade Ryan O'Reilly to St. Louis
'"We felt there were some pieces for the future. We thought bringing in young players that can grow with our other young players who are part of our core and bringing in veteran players that can help those young players in situations," Botterill said. "We certainly want players such as Rasmus Dahlin and Casey Mittelstadt to play big roles but we also don't want them to be … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Ryan O’Reilly to St. Louis
Sabres ink Carter Hutton to three-year deal
'Hutton, 32, is coming off his most accomplished season in the NHL with the St. Louie Blues. In 26 starts, Hutton finished with a 17-7-3 record, posting a 2.09 goals against average and a .931 percentage. Over the span of his career, Hutton has a 63-39-17 record with a 2.42 goals against average and .915 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Carter Hutton to three-year deal
Hutton confident Sabres can turn things around
'"With Buffalo, I was their guy and that gave me a lot of confidence in going in there and knowing I could go somewhere where they wanted me to succeed and you know I'm really excited to join a team like this," Hutton said Sunday. "We're ready to win and I'm excited to join and help out."' … [Read more...] about Hutton confident Sabres can turn things around
Sabres sign Scott Wilson to two-year deal
'This is another smart move for the Sabres. Last season Wilson proved to be a versatile contributor with the blue and gold. While he will never wow anyone offensively, he can move up and down the lineup and play a big role killing penalties.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Scott Wilson to two-year deal
Bove: Sabres roster projection after the Ryan O'Reilly trade
'Acquired last week from the Pittsburgh Penguins, Conor Sheary is used to playing with elite players. Lining up on the left with Jack Eichel, Sheary will bring some desperately needed speed to the Sabres lineup. Sheary isn't a prototypical top-line winger, but he'll almost immediately become one of the most talented players Eichel has played with while in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Bove: Sabres roster projection after the Ryan O’Reilly trade
5 Observations from Buffalo Sabres development camp
'All eyes were on 2018 No. 1 pick Rasmus Dahlin but 2017 top pick Casey Mittelstadt stole the show.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations from Buffalo Sabres development camp
Report: Sabres front-runner to land Carter Hutton
'Hutton, 32, is coming off his most accomplished season in the NHL with the St. Louie Blues. In 26 starts, Hutton finished with a 17-7-3 record, posting a 2.09 goals against average and a .931 percentage. Over the span of his career, Hutton has a 63-39-17 record with a 2.42 goals against average and .915 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres front-runner to land Carter Hutton
One-on-one with Sabres fan favorite Vasily Glotov
'The 20-year-old Russian center is with the Sabres for his third development camp and having just as much fun now as he did during his first camp.' … [Read more...] about One-on-one with Sabres fan favorite Vasily Glotov
Dahlin dazzles during Sabres development camp
'Rasmus Dahlin, the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NHL Draft was the center of attention in Wednesday’s first session, while 2017 first round pick Casey Mittelstadt highlighted the second session.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin dazzles during Sabres development camp
Sabres add Conor Sheary & Matt Hunwick from Penguins
'Hunwick, 33, appeared in 42 games with the Penguins last year, scoring 10 points. Like Sheary, Hunwick also has two-years left on his contract with a $2.25 million cap hit.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add Conor Sheary & Matt Hunwick from Penguins
Watch: Dahlin formally introduced; ready to hit the ice at Sabres development camp
'“It’s an amazing feeling,” Dahlin said Monday morning. “Just to be able to put on this jersey, it feels amazing. I’ve been waiting for this for so long. So yeah, like finally I’m here.”' … [Read more...] about Watch: Dahlin formally introduced; ready to hit the ice at Sabres development camp
Sabres make their second selection of the NHL Draft
'With the first pick of the second round, 32nd overall, the Sabres selected defenseman Mattias Samuelsson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make their second selection of the NHL Draft
Sabres take five defensemen, one center in 2018 NHL Draft
'Sabres fans won't have to wait long to see Dahlin on the ice. The team's development camp begins on Wednesday, June 27th at the Harborcenter.' … [Read more...] about Sabres take five defensemen, one center in 2018 NHL Draft
Home Swede Home - Sabres take Rasmus Dahlin with No. 1 pick
'Dahlin, 18, has been called one of the most polished defensive prospects in years, if not decades. The Swedish standout first burst onto the scene as a 16-year-old, becoming the youngest player to appear in the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championships for Sweden.' … [Read more...] about Home Swede Home – Sabres take Rasmus Dahlin with No. 1 pick