'There doesn’t appear to be a spot on the Sabres’ roster for Kulich after they added Ryan McLeod, Jason Zucker, Sam Lafferty, Beck Malenstyn and Nicolas Aube-Kubel. However, general manager Kevyn Adams and associate general manager Jason Karmanos ensured this offseason that every prospect in Rochester, including Kulich, is surrounded by enough talent to develop into an NHL … [Read more...] about Jiri Kulich must ‘tear up the league’ with Amerks before his Sabres call comes
The Sabres Report - Aug 1, 2024
After trading down, Sabres could have NHL-ready talent in Konsta Helenius
'In November, four months before Konsta Helenius developed into Jukurit’s best player and seven months before the Buffalo Sabres traded down and drafted him 14th overall, his coach, Olli Jokinen, said the prospect would play in the NHL this upcoming season.' … [Read more...] about After trading down, Sabres could have NHL-ready talent in Konsta Helenius
Hamilton Take 2: Sabres have 2 months left to make final offseason moves
'Two years ago, the Buffalo Sabres were third in the NHL scoring 3.57 goals per game. Only the Edmonton Oilers and Boston Bruins scored more. Last season, the Sabres fell to 23rd scoring just 2.98 goals per game. The power play was the biggest reason why.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Sabres have 2 months left to make final offseason moves
The Sabres Report - Jul 31, 2024
Sabres' top players must shine for offseason additions to bring playoff berth
'The Sabres spent more than $10 million in unrestricted free agency on forwards Jason Zucker, Nicolas Aube-Kubel and Sam Lafferty, defenseman Dennis Gilbert and goaltender James Reimer. Their revamped bottom six was formed using the extra salary cap space Adams created with one of his boldest moves to date, buying out Jeff Skinner when the six-time 30-goal scorer had three … [Read more...] about Sabres’ top players must shine for offseason additions to bring playoff berth
Sabres announce dates, teams for annual Prospects Challenge
'Buffalo will face Columbus that night at 7, then the Sabres play the Devils at 7 p.m. Sept. 14 and finish the event against the Penguins at 7 p.m. Sept. 16. The Montreal Canadiens used to participate, but they were replaced by the Blue Jackets, who previously sent their prospects to the Red Wings’ rookie tournament in Traverse City, Michigan.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce dates, teams for annual Prospects Challenge
Sabres to host Prospects Challenge rookie tournament Sept. 13 to 16
'The Columbus Blue Jackets will be joining the Sabres, Boston Bruins, New Jersey Devils, Ottawa Senators and Pittsburgh Penguins this year in the round-robin tournament. The Montreal Canadiens have dropped out.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host Prospects Challenge rookie tournament Sept. 13 to 16
Sabres to host Prospects Challenge once again this September
'Six teams will, once again, be participating this year's tournament, with the Sabres hosting the Pittsburgh Penguins, Boston Bruins, New Jersey Devils, Ottawa Senators and the Columbus Blue Jackets, who take the place of the Montreal Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host Prospects Challenge once again this September
Sabres announce 2024 Prospects Challenge schedule
'The Sabres will be joined by the Boston Bruins, Pittsburgh Penguins, Columbus Blue Jackets, Ottawa Senators, and New Jersey Devils to compete in a round-robin tournament. The challenge will feature prospects from the participating teams, who will each play three games over the course of the event.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2024 Prospects Challenge schedule
The Sabres Report - Jul 28, 2024
Hamilton Take 2: Luukkonen signs five-year deal to stay in Buffalo
'So where does that leave 22-year-old Devon Levi? This kid went down to Rochester last season and when he got the net, they were about to fall out of the playoff. All he did was embrace the opportunity to play and he helped get them to a first-place tie by the time he was done. Levi will be getting a new contract after next season, but where is he going to play this season? He … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Luukkonen signs five-year deal to stay in Buffalo
The Sabres Report - Jul 27, 2024
Former Sabres quickly found work as free agents this summer
'In past offseasons, it sometimes took former Buffalo Sabres time to find work. Some went overseas or returned to the minors. Some never played in the NHL again. But earlier this month, seven players from the 2023-24 squad quickly signed NHL contracts as free agents.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres quickly found work as free agents this summer
The Sabres Report - Jul 25, 2024
Sabres sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to five-year, $23.75 million deal
'Luukkonen and the Sabres avoided an arbitration hearing that was scheduled for Monday with a deal that has a cap hit of $4.75 million per season. It leaves center Peyton Krebs as Buffalo’s only remaining unsigned restricted free agent.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to five-year, $23.75 million deal
Sabres make big commitment to goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen with hefty five-year contract
'Levi, a youngster general manager Kevyn Adams acquired in the Sam Reinhart trade three years ago on Wednesday, is still in the Sabres’ plans and expected to start the upcoming season in the NHL. But Luukkonen, who was drafted by Adams’ predecessor, Jason Botterill, has become the guy, giving the Sabres their best goaltending since Ryan Miller left in 2014.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make big commitment to goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen with hefty five-year contract
Sabres agree to five-year deal with goaltender Luukkonen
'Luukkonen, 25, began his NHL career with the Sabres in 2020, starting in four games and finishing with a 1-3 record. Questions arose following an inconsistent 2022-2023 campaign and the rise of goaltender Devon Levi. Luukkonen went 17-11 with a .892 save percentage, while Levi was stellar between the pipes as a rookie, finishing at 10-8 with a .899 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to five-year deal with goaltender Luukkonen
Buffalo Sabres agree to sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to a 5-year, $23.75 million contract
'The deal comes as Luukkonen, a restricted free agent, was scheduled to have his contract determined in arbitration in the next two weeks. For the 25-year-old from Finland, the contract provides long-term security for a player whose future was uncertain in Buffalo over the past two years.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres agree to sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to a 5-year, $23.75 million contract
Sabres agree to terms on a five-year deal with Luukkonen
'Luukkonen was a healthy scratch to start last season as Devon Levi was handed the starting job and played the first four games until he was injured. Eric Comrie played the next two before Luukkonen started in Game 7 at Ottawa. He made 38 saves on 42 shots and beat the Senators and he never looked back.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms on a five-year deal with Luukkonen