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'In 2008, the Sabres lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1 in a shootout.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to play Rangers in 2018 Winter Classic

'We're now at day 16, but with all signs pointing to Penguins Associate General Manager Jason Botterill as the "last candidate standing", could the Sabres be waiting until the conclusion of Pittsburgh's second round playoff matchup against the New York Rangers concludes? At least one NHL Insider believes so.' … [Read more...] about Are the Sabres waiting to announce hiring of GM until after Penguins series?

'Ken Campbell of The Hockey News reported late Friday night Los Angeles Kings Assistant General Manager Mike Futa was informed he was no longer in consideration for the position with the Blue & Gold.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres inform Mike Futa he’s no longer under GM consideration

'Botterill, 40, has spent the last ten seasons in Pittsburgh and helped construct two Stanely Cup winning teams. While in Pittsburgh, Botterill climbed the ranks quickly, starting as a director of hockey administration in 2007. Just two years later Botterill was named an assistant general manager.' … [Read more...] about Report: Botterill has second interview with Sabres

'"His track record really proceeds him, he's done a fantastic job wherever he's been, especially now in Pittsburgh," former Sabres teammate and hockey analyst Martin Biron said on the phone Tuesday. "I thought he was a very good candidate when he interviewed a couple years back, but I didn't think it was ready for it."' … [Read more...] about Who is Jason Botterill? Meet Sabres GM candidate

'According to SportsNet's Eric Francis, Calgary Assistant General Manager Craig Conroy spoke to ownership on Monday. All of this comes on the heels of the Flames announcing they re-signed GM Brad Treliving to a multi-year extension.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres interview Craig Conroy for GM

'KHL insider Aivis Kalnins is also reporting that a deal between the Sabres and Antipin could get done before the upcoming IIHF World Championships conclude, which appeared to be the initial timetable. Kalnins says the timetable has changed because other NHL teams appear interested and the Sabres want to ensure they can get a deal finalized.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres could sign Antipin sooner than expected

'I'm not suggesting that the Pegula's put the GM search for the Bills on the back burner because let's not kid ourselves, it's the NFL, but they need to figure out who is going to lead the Sabres sooner rather than later.' … [Read more...] about Pegula hints Sabres are close to GM decision

'"It sounds like it's Russ Brandon, who is the President of the Buffalo Bills and the President Buffalo Sabres," Friedman said. "But, I think the league would have a lot of input on this one."' … [Read more...] about NHL’s Friedman: Russ Brandon leading Sabres GM Search

'This past season, Buffalo finished 26th with a 33-37-12 overall record. They had a 7.6 percent chance to secure the top spot in the 2017 draft...it didn't happen.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will draft 8th in 2017 NHL Draft

'I'm not suggesting the Sabres just trade Reinhart because he's not valuable -- he certainly is -- but I think Patrick or Hischier can fill his role, if not exceed it. Having both Reinhart and either Hischier/Patrick on the roster would be dynamic offensively, but the Sabres will still need to do something on defense or it'll likely be a seventh straight year without the … [Read more...] about Trading Reinhart makes sense if Sabres land top two pick in NHL Draft Matt Bove

'A year ago the Blue & Gold selected Tom's son Casey 86th overall in the NHL draft. The defenseman just wrapped up his sophomore season at Boston College.' … [Read more...] about Sabres interview Fitzgerald & Botterill for GM

'Futa was a candidate during the Sabres search for a GM back in 2013. He went deep into the process before Murray was tabbed as the next GM by then President of Hockey Operations Pat LaFontaine.' … [Read more...] about Sources: Sabres received permission to talk with Kings’ Mike Futa about GM opening

'That being said, I didn't expect Drury to get the job in the first place and he's very inexperienced compared to some of the other options. This might just be a blessing in disguise.' … [Read more...] about Source: Drury won’t interview for Sabres GM job

'Believe it or not, I don't watch many Kelowna Rockets games, but it's nice to see the Sabres organization get younger on the blue line. Stephens had a nice development camp last summer and was one of the players I remember standing out. He'll now have a chance to make his mark at the professional level.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Devante Stephens to three-year ELC