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'"It was great to see so many, so many people watching the practice. Usually in Finland it's not really that popular especially on the junior teams where I play,” he said. “There aren't that many people watching you play the games, so it was great to see that were so many spectators at the practice."' … [Read more...] about Fans impress Luukkonen during Development Camp

'The 57-year-old, who played 10 seasons with the Sabres as a player, returned to Buffalo in 1997 and spent 15 years as the head coach before being fired 17 games into the 2012-2013 season.' … [Read more...] about Rangers officially hire Lindy Ruff as assistant coach

'"It was really good for me to get that NHL experience. It got me pumped up for next year," he said. "It's good to see how the NHL is and I'll be more ready next year."' … [Read more...] about Nylander eyeing big summer, making Sabres roster

'According to Mark Divver of the Providence Journal, the Sabres are set to host the Bruins, Devils and potentially the Penguins in September.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres to host Bruins, Devils & Penguins in rookie tournament

'"I'm just trying to keep learning and obviously keep getting better and staying healthy is obviously going to be a big thing for me moving forward," Fasching told reporters after the first skating session. "Obviously being hurt was not fun. I don't want to do that again. Otherwise just have fun with it and keep moving forward."' … [Read more...] about Fresh start, same goal for Fasching & Baptiste as Development Camp begins

'“I’ll have to show them in training camp and in the preseason that I’m ready to play, and I’m sure if I’m ready they’ll do what’s best for me."' … [Read more...] about Guhle excited to play for Housley, battle for roster spot

'Larsson had established himself nicely a year ago, centering a productive third line before a wrist injury and surgery saw him miss the final 46 games of the regular season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Larsson agree to new 2-year contract

'2017 first round pick Casy Mittelstadt, 2016 first round pick Alex Nylander and 2015 second round pick Brendan Guhle are among the notable players who will take the ice. Guhle and Nylander are two of the seven players invited to the camp who have played for the Sabres. The others are Justin Bailey, Nick Baptiste, Hudson Fasching, Sean Malone and CJ Smith.' … [Read more...] about 5 under-the-radar players to watch at Sabres development camp

'According to their agent, Craig Oster, both Larsson and Lehner have filed for salary arbitration. In a list of players twetted by the NHL Players Association Nathan Beaulieu was also listed as a player who filed for arbitration.' … [Read more...] about Lehner, Larsson and Beaulieu file for arbitration

'As the offseason has progressed the biggest question, at least in my opinion, has shifted from the blue line to left wing. The depth chart on the left side is underwhelming, with a pretty substantial drop off after Evander Kane.' … [Read more...] about Bove: A way too early Buffalo Sabres opening night lineup projection

'The move allows Ullmark another year to develop his game in the AHL while remaining under contract the following season. New GM Jason Botterill has said several times that he plans on being competitive and taking the necessary time to develop players in Rochester. This move proves that, while also providing the Sabres with a very capable backup, who has proven to be a likeable … [Read more...] about Sabres make it official, bring back Chad Johnson

'This move won't knock your socks off, but it's a deal that comes with very little risk.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add depth, sign LW Benoît Pouliot

'Criscuolo is coming off a Calder Cup championship with the Grand Rapids Griffins, where he scored 41 points in 76 games. Porter, 31, appeared in scored 46 points (11G, 35A) in 69 games with the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins last seasons. Both contracts are two-year, two-way deals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add five depth players to organization

'There are also a few draft picks moving around as part of the deal as well, with the Sabres sending a 3rd round pick to the Wild, and Minnesota sending a 4th round pick to Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reacquire Jason Pominville in trade, sending Tyler Ennis and Marcus Foligno to Minnesota

'Scandella, 27, played in 71 games last season, tallying four goals and adding nine assists. The numbers don't jump off the page, but he's not a player who will wow you with his offensive ability. However, he will impress with his ability to move the puck quickly and efficiently up the ice, while being steady in the defensive zone.' … [Read more...] about Botterill hits home run with Scandella/Pominville trade