'Buffalo received McLeod and minor leaguer Tyler Tullio from the Western Conference champions for 20-year-old center Matthew Savoie. McLeod had four goals in 24 playoff games as Edmonton got to the Stanley Cup Final before losing to Florida.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres acquire forward Ryan McLeod in a trade with the Edmonton Oilers
The Sabres Report - Jul 6, 2024
Edmonton Oilers Acquire Matt Savoie from Buffalo Sabres for Ryan McLeod, Tyler Tullio
'Savoie was selected ninth overall by the Sabres in the 2022 NHL draft. In February, he ranked 38th on The Hockey News' top 100 prospects list in Future Watch 2024, based on votes by a scout or director of player personnel on each NHL team. The Oilers' highest-ranked player at the time was Xavier Bourgault in 97th place.' … [Read more...] about Edmonton Oilers Acquire Matt Savoie from Buffalo Sabres for Ryan McLeod, Tyler Tullio
Sabres trade for the center to play behind Thompson and Cozens
'Matt Savoie was taken ninth overall by the Sabres in 2022. He has ripped up junior hockey for the past two seasons, but has had trouble staying healthy. He too brings speed to the game, but Buffalo just drafted Konsta Helenius in the first round of this year’s draft. Adams said on draft day that Helenus was going to be a center only. They already have first round picks Jiri … [Read more...] about Sabres trade for the center to play behind Thompson and Cozens
Sabres sign Henri Jokiharju to a 1-year deal
'Jokiharju, 25, has been with the Sabres since 2019 and has played in 309 games with Buffalo. In those games, Jokiharju has 75 points and 16 goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Henri Jokiharju to a 1-year deal
Two Sabres elect salary arbitration
'Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and newly acquired winger Beck Malenstyn have elected to take hearings.' … [Read more...] about Two Sabres elect salary arbitration
Buffalo Sabres trade one of their top prospects to the Edmonton Oilers for Ryan McLeod
'This deal also gives the Sabres flexibility with restricted free agent Peyton Krebs, who can now play in a role he's more suited for on the fourth line. Krebs could also be moved in a corresponding move to help the Sabres add a top-six winger.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres trade one of their top prospects to the Edmonton Oilers for Ryan McLeod
Sabres trade prospect Savoie for Oilers’ Ryan McLeod, re-sign Jokiharju
'The addition of McLeod adds to the Sabres’ push to improve team speed this offseason under new coach Lindy Ruff. Per NHL Edge, McLeod recorded the 10th-fastest skating speed in the NHL last season (23.82 mph). New Sabres Sam Lafferty and Nicolas Aube-Kubel also ranked in the 90th percentile for skating speed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade prospect Savoie for Oilers’ Ryan McLeod, re-sign Jokiharju
Sabres acquire forwards McLeod, Tullio from Oilers
'The Buffalo Sabres have acquired forwards Ryan McLeod and Tyler Tullio from the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for forward Matt Savoie, the team announced Friday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire forwards McLeod, Tullio from Oilers
Sabres re-sign Jokiharju to 1-year contract
'Jokiharju, 25, had 20 points (3+17) in 74 games last season. He led the Sabres with a plus-14 rating and ranked fourth on the team with 106 blocked shots.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Jokiharju to 1-year contract
The Sabres Report - Jul 5, 2024
First-round pick Konsta Helenius shows off smooth hands at Sabres camp tournament
'After three days of drills where his pure hockey skill was plainly evident, the 14th overall pick last week in Las Vegas was a standout Thursday under game conditions. Helenius led Team Perreault to a three-game sweep and the championship, scoring a slick shootout goal to secure a 3-2 victory over Team Martin, adding two goals and an assist in a 5-3 win over Team Robert and … [Read more...] about First-round pick Konsta Helenius shows off smooth hands at Sabres camp tournament
Sabres prospect notes: Topias Leinonen wants to rebound from 'really hard season'
'Leinonen has played only 52 games since the Sabres took him 41st overall in the draft because of various minor injuries. The team wanted him to get more experience in pro hockey this past season, but most of his 19 games played were in junior hockey. He didn’t play well, either. Leinonen had an .871 save percentage in four regular-season games with JYP’s Under-20 team. That … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect notes: Topias Leinonen wants to rebound from ‘really hard season’
Sabres sorely need grit, leadership and versatility veteran Jason Zucker offers
'“If pucks end up in the corners, go get them back and let their skill take over,” Zucker said on a Zoom call Wednesday. “I’m not afraid to be at the net, stand at the net and kind of take a beating net-front throughout a game. I think I have a knack around the net, too, to get open and find soft spots.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres sorely need grit, leadership and versatility veteran Jason Zucker offers
Konsta Helenius displays what made him Sabres' 2024 first-round pick
'Helenius was far-and-away the best player in camp, including Thursday's 3-on-3 tournament, where he scored two goals and added a nifty shootout game-winner to lead Team Perreault to the championship.' … [Read more...] about Konsta Helenius displays what made him Sabres’ 2024 first-round pick
Buffalo Sabres first round pick Konsta Helenius makes strong first impression
'Helenius had the highlight of the day in the first game of the tournament, sealing the win with a pretty move in the shootout. Helenius helped his team (Team Perreault) win every game they played on Thursday and earn the French Connection Prospect Tournament Trophy.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres first round pick Konsta Helenius makes strong first impression
Sabres wrap up development camp with annual 3v3 tournament
'"It was a fun week," Sabres first-round draft pick Konsta Helenius said. "A lot of good players, so yeah, it was fun to be on the ice and see the players."' … [Read more...] about Sabres wrap up development camp with annual 3v3 tournament