'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
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Pegula hints Sabres are close to GM decision
'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
NHL's Friedman: Russ Brandon leading Sabres GM Search
'"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
Sabres will draft 8th in 2017 NHL Draft
'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
Trading Reinhart makes sense if Sabres land top two pick in NHL Draft Matt Bove
'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
Sabres interview Fitzgerald & Botterill for GM
'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
Sources: Sabres received permission to talk with Kings' Mike Futa about GM opening
'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
Source: Drury won't interview for Sabres GM job
'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
Sabres sign Devante Stephens to three-year ELC
'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
Sabres have intriguing options when it comes to filling their GM void
'So who might they be?' … [Read more...] about Sabres have intriguing options when it comes to filling their GM void
Report: Sabres still expected to land Antipin
'This is fantastic news for the Sabres. No one knows if Antipin will translate to the NHL but it's a low-risk, high reward kind of move for a team that desperately needs help on the blue line.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres still expected to land Antipin
Columbus' Bill Zito added to list of potential Sabres GMs
'Zito has been with the Blue Jackets since 2013 and has seen the franchise reach the postseason in two of the past four years, including this season.' … [Read more...] about Columbus’ Bill Zito added to list of potential Sabres GMs
Report: Okposo showing major signs of improvement
'Baker added that Okposo is expected to return next season. In 65 games this season, Okposo has 45 points [19G, 26A].' … [Read more...] about Report: Okposo showing major signs of improvement
Report: Sabres looking for "new blood" with next GM hire
'It doesn't mean there isn't a guy out there with experience but young enough to relate younger players on the roster, while understanding the importance culture (as Pegula hit on multiple times during his press conference on Friday) and building a winning team.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres looking for “new blood” with next GM hire
Pegula denies report Sabres interviewed Dean Lombardi for GM
'"We haven't talked to anybody," he said. "Put that in the Jack demanded his coach be fired category. It's a pure fabrication."' … [Read more...] about Pegula denies report Sabres interviewed Dean Lombardi for GM