Sabres stock watch: Who’s trending up, who’s trending down after 16 games?
4 months ago

Sabres stock watch: Who’s trending up, who’s trending down after 16 games?

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Sabres have had an eventful start to their week. The Sabres have 12 goals for and eight against when he’s on the ice at five-on-five, and Greenway is also a key piece of Buffalo’s penalty kill. He’s been on the ice for four five-on-five goals in the last three games after being on the ice for four five-on-five goals in the first 13 games. After 12 games, Ruff made Samuelsson, one of Buffalo’s alternate captains who has an annual salary north of $4 million, a healthy scratch. It’s tough to fathom how far Jack Quinn has fallen off after averaging 2.93 points per 60 minutes at five-on-five last season.

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Sabres visit the Hurricanes, look to end road losing streak
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Sabres visit the Hurricanes, look to end road losing streak

Associated Press  

Buffalo Sabres vs. Carolina Hurricanes Raleigh, North Carolina; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Buffalo Sabres will look to end their three-game road skid in a matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes. The Sabres rank seventh in league play serving 9.6 penalty minutes per game. LAST 10 GAMES: Hurricanes: 4-5-1, averaging 2.9 goals, 4.8 assists, 3.5 penalties and 7.9 penalty …

Sabres end 13-game losing streak with 7-1 win over Islanders, look forward to continued success
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sabres end 13-game losing streak with 7-1 win over Islanders, look forward to continued success

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Buffalo Sabres can carry the good cheer of ending the longest losing streak in the NHL this season into their holiday break. “We battled for a long time and finally it went our way,’’ said Dahlin, the first Buffalo defenseman with four assists in a game since February 2008. “It was huge to score some goals, …

Sabres are off to their worst start since the 2017-18 season. Can Kevyn Adams fix it?
4 months, 1 week ago

Sabres are off to their worst start since the 2017-18 season. Can Kevyn Adams fix it?

New York Times  

The Buffalo Sabres lost 2-1 to the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday night. This is Kevyn Adams’ fifth season as general manager, and this is the Sabres’ worst record through 12 games during his tenure. That was Jason Botterill’s first season as general manager, and the Sabres finished last in the NHL. Here was the lineup to start the game: …

What we learned about the NHL in October: Goaltending highs and lows, Bruins’ slow start
4 months, 2 weeks ago

What we learned about the NHL in October: Goaltending highs and lows, Bruins’ slow start

New York Times  

Goaltending can be the great equalizer in hockey. Checking in on last year’s surprise 50-plus goal scorers Everyone predicted Sam Reinhart and Zach Hyman finishing second and third in goal-scoring last season, right? He is still without a goal but after a sluggish first couple of games, Hyman looks a lot more like the scoring chance generator of last season; …

Sabres get a badly needed, white-knuckle win over Blackhawks: 5 takeaways
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Sabres get a badly needed, white-knuckle win over Blackhawks: 5 takeaways

New York Times  

The Sabres couldn’t afford to come back to Buffalo after a three-game trip with a 1-5-1 record. The Blackhawks outshot the Sabres 37-22 and had twice as many high-danger chances, according to Natural Stat Trick, but Buffalo managed to grab an early 2-0 lead and hang on to win 4-2. Here’s another power-play stat: The Sabres’ AHL affiliate in Rochester …

Seven NHL players under the most pressure to prove their value in 2024-25
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Seven NHL players under the most pressure to prove their value in 2024-25

New York Times  

An NHL player’s response to pressure can mean the difference between rising as a hero or becoming a fan base’s whipping boy. Alexandar Georgiev struggled mightily as Colorado’s starting goalie last season. That year, Darcy Kuemper was battling through an eye injury and posted a.902 save percentage in the playoffs, with Colorado’s elite group of forwards and defensemen able to …

Eichel’s comments, Pegula’s patience, Savoie trade, next captain and more: Sabres mailbag, part 1
6 months ago

Eichel’s comments, Pegula’s patience, Savoie trade, next captain and more: Sabres mailbag, part 1

New York Times  

The Buffalo Sabres will take the ice on Wednesday for their first practice of rookie camp in what is the unofficial start of hockey season in Western New York. That’s when Terry Pegula’s message changed and he said he wanted the team to be “effective, efficient and economic.” At that time, Pegula hired Kevyn Adams as general manager without conducting …

Buffalo Sabres agree to sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to a 5-year, $23.75 million contract
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Buffalo Sabres agree to sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to a 5-year, $23.75 million contract

Associated Press  

Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen went from being the Buffalo Sabres’ third-string goalie at the beginning of last season to their potential long-term answer in net after agreeing to a five-year, $23.75 million contract on Wednesday. Luukkonen, better known as “UPL,” began last season as the Sabres’ third goalie to start a game and gradually worked his way up the depth chart …

Buffalo Sabres buy out the final three years of forward Jeff Skinner’s 8-year, $72 million contract
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Buffalo Sabres buy out the final three years of forward Jeff Skinner’s 8-year, $72 million contract

Associated Press  

The Buffalo Sabres officially moved on from Jeff Skinner, the top-paid forward on the team’s roster, by buying out the final three years of the veteran’s contact on Sunday. This marks the end of Skinner’s up-and-down six-year stint in Buffalo, where his production was inconsistent from one season to the next, and he was often knocked for defensive lapses. Acquired …

Assessing Buffalo Sabres’ options with No. 11 pick in 2024 NHL Draft: Trade? Cole Eiserman?
10 months, 1 week ago

Assessing Buffalo Sabres’ options with No. 11 pick in 2024 NHL Draft: Trade? Cole Eiserman?

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Sabres didn’t get any lottery luck, so they have the No. New coach Lindy Ruff recently declared the Sabres are in a “win now” situation, and general manager Kevyn Adams has already made six first-round selections in the last three NHL Drafts. Berkly Catton, C, Spokane Berkly Catton is another player who might not make …

Lindy Ruff becomes Sabres coach again a little grayer, wiser and more motivated to restore success
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Lindy Ruff becomes Sabres coach again a little grayer, wiser and more motivated to restore success

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Back for a second stint as Sabres coach, Lindy Ruff appeared a little grayer Tuesday, said he’s a bit wiser and sounded more motivated than ever to restore success to a franchise that’s known mostly losing during an NHL-record 13-season playoff drought. “I can still remember the 8-0 Philadelphia win and sitting in the office and thinking …

Sabres host the Islanders after Byram’s 2-goal game
1 year ago

Sabres host the Islanders after Byram’s 2-goal game

Associated Press  

New York Islanders vs. Buffalo Sabres Buffalo, New York; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Buffalo Sabres host the New York Islanders after Bowen Byram’s two-goal game against the Detroit Red Wings in the Sabres’ 7-3 win. Mathew Barzal has four goals and seven assists over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Sabres: 6-3-1, averaging three goals, 4.1 …

With trade talks increasing, Okposo, Girgensons shine in what could be their final week with Sabres
1 year ago

With trade talks increasing, Okposo, Girgensons shine in what could be their final week with Sabres

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — If this, in fact, becomes Kyle Okposo’s and Zemgus Girgensons’ final week in Buffalo, the longest-serving players on the Sabres’ roster provided one more reminder of their understated leadership and desire to turn the franchise into a winner. We’re going to play hard and did that,” Okposo said, referring to himself and Girgensons, “It was just fun …

Sabres’ season-opening high aspirations are but a faint glimmer in falling further out of contention
1 year ago

Sabres’ season-opening high aspirations are but a faint glimmer in falling further out of contention

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A week ago, after the Sabres dropped consecutive 3-1 losses coming out of their bye week break, defenseman Rasmus Dahlin refused to consider his team’s season-long inconsistencies by insisting Buffalo still had time to climb into the playoff picture. Only a faint glimmer remains of the high aspirations the Sabres had in September when general manager Kevyn …

Sabres thoughts: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s injury, Tage Thompson’s scoring slump and more
1 year, 1 month ago

Sabres thoughts: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s injury, Tage Thompson’s scoring slump and more

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Since Jan. 1, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has been the best goalie in the NHL, as measured by both save percentage and goals against average. That’s a quick play, tough for an official to see, but that’s unfortunate that that one ends up in our net.” Jordan Greenway wasn’t in position to stop Barkov’s pass from getting to the …

Sabres thoughts: Matt Savoie nearing NHL debut, Jiri Kulich dominating the AHL and more
1 year, 4 months ago

Sabres thoughts: Matt Savoie nearing NHL debut, Jiri Kulich dominating the AHL and more

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Matt Savoie was back on the ice with the Buffalo Sabres on Monday, and he’s going to get a chance to make his NHL debut before long. “He’s just an honest player,” Amerks coach Seth Appert said after Savoie scored in Rochester’s game on Friday. The Sabres could delay Savoie’s return to junior even further by stretching …

NHL RFA watch: 8 notable players and what their next contracts could look like
1 year, 4 months ago

NHL RFA watch: 8 notable players and what their next contracts could look like

New York Times  

The 2024 restricted free agency class is loaded with skill. The team should be able to afford him somewhere in the $6-7 million range if he proves to be a true top-sixer who brings more than just finishing talent — granted management can keep ELCs and inexpensive salaries in depth roles for cap balance, and the goaltending doesn’t get a …

Buffalo Sabres lock up defenseman Rasmus Dahlin to 8-year, $88 million contract extension
1 year, 5 months ago

Buffalo Sabres lock up defenseman Rasmus Dahlin to 8-year, $88 million contract extension

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin arrived in Buffalo from his native Sweden as a raw 18-year-old who could barely speak English, had little experience living away from home, and unprepared for the growing pains he’d face in maturing into a full-rounded player. Some five years later, toughened by the adversity of spending his early years playing on a …

Sabres’ big question: Is Buffalo strong enough without the puck to match the hype?
1 year, 5 months ago

Sabres’ big question: Is Buffalo strong enough without the puck to match the hype?

New York Times  

The 2022-23 Buffalo Sabres were one of the most exciting teams in the league thanks to their high-event play. GO DEEPER Buffalo Sabres 2023-24 season preview Opponents didn’t have to absolutely pepper the Sabres to sneak a scoring chance. The Sabres differ because they have the offensive pop — they were a top-five scoring team last year, and have highly …

Sabres see signs of promise despite 12-year playoff drought
1 year, 11 months ago

Sabres see signs of promise despite 12-year playoff drought

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — In Buffalo, where futility has been the norm since the Sabres last reached the playoffs in 2011, success is being measured on a sliding scale with the team facing yet another lengthy summer break. For a team that’s finished last in the overall standings four times since 2013-14, and too often been counted out of contention in …

Sabres ready for the future, assume ‘playoffs every year from now on’
1 year, 11 months ago

Sabres ready for the future, assume ‘playoffs every year from now on’

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Sabres don’t want to clean out their lockers on April 15 anymore. “We’re so young, I think everyone’s played one way their whole life and it’s worked to every level,” Casey Mittelstadt said. “Obviously, we didn’t do that, but if I were to walk away and be done, I think I left here better than …

Buffalo and New York face off in Eastern Conference action
1 year, 11 months ago

Buffalo and New York face off in Eastern Conference action

Associated Press  

New York Rangers vs. Buffalo Sabres Buffalo, New York; Friday, 7 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Rangers -144, Sabres +123; over/under is 6.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Buffalo Sabres and the New York Rangers take the ice in Eastern Conference play. Alex Tuch has four goals and three assists over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Sabres: 3-4-3, averaging …

Sabres notebook: Why the Riley Stillman trade makes sense for Buffalo
2 years ago

Sabres notebook: Why the Riley Stillman trade makes sense for Buffalo

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Sabres made their first move of the NHL trading deadline Monday night, sending forward prospect Josh Bloom to Vancouver in exchange for defenseman Riley Stillman. Sabres coach Don Granato had options when an injury to Alex Tuch created a vacancy on Buffalo’s top line. The Sabres don’t have another one-to-one replacement for Tuch, but Quinn …

Sabres agree with Dylan Cozens on $49.7M, 7-year extension
2 years, 1 month ago

Sabres agree with Dylan Cozens on $49.7M, 7-year extension

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Sabres have agreed to terms with forward Dylan Cozens on a seven-year extension worth $49.7 million. Buffalo signed All-Star forward Tage Thompson for $50 million over seven seasons in August and defenseman Mattias Samuelsson to a $30 million, seven-year deal in October. Rasmus Dahlin, the top pick in 2020 who’s a Norris Trophy candidate and …

Sabres have lost five straight. Can they avoid a further downward spiral?
2 years, 4 months ago

Sabres have lost five straight. Can they avoid a further downward spiral?

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Tage Thompson has been the Sabres’ best player this season. On Saturday, after a 3-1 loss to the Bruins — the Sabres’ fifth straight — Thompson again was ready to talk. Each guy can do what Tage has done in the last few games from the standpoint of just intent.” The past week of hockey hasn’t been …

JJ Peterka and Jack Quinn adjusting to big roles, Patrick Kane’s return: Sabres notes
2 years, 4 months ago

JJ Peterka and Jack Quinn adjusting to big roles, Patrick Kane’s return: Sabres notes

New York Times  

During the Sabres’ recent trip to western Canada, you could see the duality of life as an NHL rookie within JJ Peterka and Jack Quinn. I’ve had the most success when I focus on really playing hard.” The Sabres ended up rewarding Quinn with a move to the power play. He’s been the topic of trade speculation dating back to …

Sabres observations: Mattias Samuelsson injury tests depth, Alex Tuch stays hot
2 years, 4 months ago

Sabres observations: Mattias Samuelsson injury tests depth, Alex Tuch stays hot

New York Times  

After the Sabres had scored their fifth goal and taken a 5-1 lead over the Canucks in the closing minutes of the game, the boos started in Vancouver. He also had what Victor Olofsson described as a “disgusting” assist on Buffalo’s fifth goal of the game. Dahlin’s emergence as a dynamic offensive threat is the most encouraging part of the …

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is a changed goalie, so what’s next for the Sabres prospect?
2 years, 4 months ago

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is a changed goalie, so what’s next for the Sabres prospect?

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen thought of the bus rides first. After signing Anderson and Comrie, Adams said the most important thing for Luukkonen’s development is that he plays a lot of games. Adams said of Luukkonen, “we just want him playing,” and early on, it looks like he’ll get plenty of minutes in Rochester. Bales thinks Luukkonen will notice …

Why Sabres signed Mattias Samuelsson to 7-year extension after 54 NHL games
2 years, 5 months ago

Why Sabres signed Mattias Samuelsson to 7-year extension after 54 NHL games

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. – The Sabres entered the 2022-32 NHL season with the lowest salary cap commitment in the league. General manager Kevyn Adams knows that won’t be the case too often going forward, and signaled as much with a seven-year, $30 million extension for defenseman Mattias Samuelsson. People are going to find out pretty quick who Mattias Samuelsson is in …

‘He’s in the zone right now’: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s focus has helped him take over the Sabres net
3 years, 2 months ago

‘He’s in the zone right now’: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s focus has helped him take over the Sabres net

New York Times  

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen simply doesn’t care. “There’s really no point of looking back on those things,” Luukkonen said. Among goalies who’ve made at least six starts, Luukkonen leads the league in percentage of games with at least a.900 save percentage. “He loves being part of a team, and I think that’s really helped him in this case.” Luukkonen arrived in early …

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has given the Sabres their most reliable goaltending this season, hopes future is now
3 years, 3 months ago

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has given the Sabres their most reliable goaltending this season, hopes future is now

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, long regarded as the Sabres’ goalie of the future, hopes the future has arrived. It’s an opportunity for us to see where they’re at, and he’s looked very good.” Luukkonen got his first taste of the NHL late last season, making four starts with a 1-3 record and.906 save percentage. Buffalo possessed four potential starters …

Sabres trade Ristolainen to Flyers; Reinhart could be next
3 years, 7 months ago

Sabres trade Ristolainen to Flyers; Reinhart could be next

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — General manager Kevyn Adams is just getting started after launching his offseason overhaul of the Buffalo Sabres by trading defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen to the Philadelphia Flyers on Friday. With the Sabres also shopping captain Jack Eichel, Adams began his rebuild by trading Ristolainen to acquire the Flyers’ first-round pick in a deal struck hours before Buffalo opened …

The Canucks’ search for a third line centre: 9 trade and UFA options to target
3 years, 8 months ago

The Canucks’ search for a third line centre: 9 trade and UFA options to target

New York Times  

It’s no secret that the Vancouver Canucks have a major hole down the middle after Elias Pettersson and Bo Horvat. Nicolas Roy, C, Vegas Golden Knights Contract Status: One year left at $750,000 Age: 24 2020-21 stats: 50 GP, 6G-9A-15P Nicolas Roy may not have the gaudiest boxcar stats but there’s a lot to like about him as a potential …

Replacing Jack Eichel: Can the Sabres’ up-and-coming core lead them from dysfunction?
3 years, 10 months ago

Replacing Jack Eichel: Can the Sabres’ up-and-coming core lead them from dysfunction?

New York Times  

Dylan Cozens and Rasmus Dahlin want to lead the Sabres. “We’ll see, but I’m excited for the future.” Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart are likely headed out of Buffalo, and their departures will create significant holes. I think that’s a dangerous thing when you’ve got a core group like that.” The Sabres’ future leaders finished 9-11-2, which was good for …

Injury to Ullmark further depletes Sabres’ goalie depth
3 years, 10 months ago

Injury to Ullmark further depletes Sabres’ goalie depth

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Sabres will be leaning on their fourth, fifth and even sixth-string goalies for potentially the remainder of the season with Linus Ullmark listed week to week with a lower-body injury. Interim coach Don Granato provided the update on Ullmark on Friday, saying the timetable for his return is “touchy” because the Sabres only have three …

Sam Reinhart’s stock is high. Should the Sabres trade him, or is he part of the long-term solution?
3 years, 11 months ago

Sam Reinhart’s stock is high. Should the Sabres trade him, or is he part of the long-term solution?

New York Times  

There’s really just one question regarding Sam Reinhart. As expected, Reinhart’s thoughts Thursday about being a focus of trade talk were “not much.” He did concede another losing season is weighing on him. Since his career took off on New Year’s Day 2018, Reinhart is 40th with 77 goals. • Reinhart since 2015: 0.29 goals per game, 0.65 points per …

Hope is back: The optimistic results of our second Sabres fan survey are here
4 years, 3 months ago

Hope is back: The optimistic results of our second Sabres fan survey are here

New York Times  

Jack Eichel is king of Sabreland. Eichel’s longtime running mate, Reinhart, finished second while nearly 11 percent think Thompson could be the ideal companion. For all the talk about Olofsson’s shooting ability, it was Eichel who led the Sabres with a shooting percentage of 15.9 percent. Even Hall said Eichel is the team’s best player, so it stands to reason …

Looking ahead to the Sabres’ projected salary cap in 2021-22
4 years, 3 months ago

Looking ahead to the Sabres’ projected salary cap in 2021-22

New York Times  

Kevyn Adams has tiptoed nicely through a cap minefield. Using that conservative figure for Dahlin brings the Sabres’ cap to $64.23 million and lowers the space to $17.27 million. That would bring the Sabres’ cap to $68.06 million and lower the space to $13.44 million. Bottom line Boasting more than $13.4 million in cap space with a nearly full roster …

Sabres, Sam Reinhart reach agreement on deal that benefits both sides
4 years, 4 months ago

Sabres, Sam Reinhart reach agreement on deal that benefits both sides

New York Times  

When looking at Sam Reinhart’s career and the comparable players, it was easy to assume the Sabres could be on the hook for $6 million or more next season. Given his track record, the Sabres might finally be required to give him that long-term deal even if their coffers aren’t full. If Reinhart remains on Eichel’s right wing, he could …

Sabres agree to sign Taylor Hall to 1-year, $8 million deal
4 years, 5 months ago

Sabres agree to sign Taylor Hall to 1-year, $8 million deal

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Sabres are banking on Taylor Hall to turn what was a long and unsettled offseason into a far brighter immediate future. We have to go get better every day.” Adams explained the short-term contract doesn’t preclude the two sides agreeing to a lengthier deal next offseason. “We’ll see where that goes.” Hall won the Hart …

Sabres GM Adams says he has no intention of trading Eichel
4 years, 5 months ago

Sabres GM Adams says he has no intention of trading Eichel

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Rather than focusing on his first NHL draft as a general manager, Kevyn Adams was busy re-assuring the Buffalo Sabres fanbase he has no intention of trading captain Jack Eichel. “I’m hoping I’m clarifying it for you, but that to me is an easy question, because we have no intention of doing that,” Adams said during the …

Eichel lets loose: Sabres captain `fed up’ with losing
4 years, 9 months ago

Eichel lets loose: Sabres captain `fed up’ with losing

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Sabres captain Jack Eichel kept his frustrations in check for the first 14 minutes of an end-of-season interview session with Buffalo-area reporters Thursday. “So, it does add to the frustration.” It doesn’t help Eichel knowing one more win before the season was paused in March would’ve made the difference. Defenseman Jake McCabe noted Eichel’s approach was similar …

Criticism doesn’t alter Sabres GM’s plan to build with youth
4 years, 9 months ago

Criticism doesn’t alter Sabres GM’s plan to build with youth

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Jason Botterill is very much aware of the criticism he’s attracted overseeing a Buffalo Sabres team that extended its playoff drought to nine years by failing to even qualify for the NHL’s expanded 24-team format. “There’s always urgency in this position, and I’m not surprised that our passionate fans want to see a winner on the ice,” …

Ten things the Sabres ought to be trying … and their likelihood of happening before locker-cleanout day
5 years, 1 month ago

Ten things the Sabres ought to be trying … and their likelihood of happening before locker-cleanout day

New York Times  

The last long break is over. Whether it’s by the deadline or at the draft, the Sabres need to swap defensemen and/or defense prospects for legitimate scoring-line talent. While Skinner certainly hasn’t been as productive as last season, he was still one of the Sabres’ most effective scorers at five-on-five before getting hurt. See exactly what Montour can do Botterill …

Sabres owner Pegula tells AP: It’s time to start winning
5 years, 8 months ago

Sabres owner Pegula tells AP: It’s time to start winning

Associated Press  

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Terry Pegula leaned into the table and got directly to the heart of the matter when assessing the more downs than ups he has experienced over eight-plus years of owning the Buffalo Sabres. That’s why we’re here,” Pegula said during an interview with The Associated Press while sitting next to his wife and team president, Kim, …

Reflections on the Sabres' weekend hanging out with the Maple Leafs
6 years, 5 months ago

Reflections on the Sabres' weekend hanging out with the Maple Leafs

New York Times  

For the Buffalo Sabres, a full weekend against the Toronto Maple Leafs gave them a chance to get an idea of how things stack up organizationally against their rivals. “He’s a young man; he’s going to make mistakes,” coach Phil Housley said. He’s a very smart hockey player.” Reinhart’s return Sam Reinhart’s first game back after signing his two-year contract …

NHL farm system rankings: No. 1 Buffalo Sabres
6 years, 6 months ago

NHL farm system rankings: No. 1 Buffalo Sabres

New York Times  

Corey Pronman’s deep dive into the farm system of every NHL organization includes a ranking of all of the team’s prospects, broken into tiers based on their projection; the impact on the upcoming season and an overall ranking of all players under 23. But in terms of adding value to their team from players who didn’t play in the NHL …

Carter Hutton is an option for Sabres, but there might be a better move
6 years, 8 months ago

Carter Hutton is an option for Sabres, but there might be a better move

New York Times  

Word around the Twittersphere has the Buffalo Sabres linked to pending unrestricted free agent, Carter Hutton. Recently, Cole Anderson has been writing about advancing goaltender analysis using an expected goals model and comparing a goalie’s save percentage against what we would expect it to be based on the volume and quality of the shots he faces. — Jeremy White June …

Carter Hutton could be the biggest of eight targets as Sabres approach their goalie hunt
6 years, 8 months ago

Carter Hutton could be the biggest of eight targets as Sabres approach their goalie hunt

New York Times  

The Sabres have dubbed goaltending as their biggest priority throughout free agency and trade talks. After analyzing the home and road records over the last three seasons for eight goalies currently on the market, there are two ways the Sabres can approach their hunt. The other names in this study include fellow UFAs Jonathan Bernier, Jaroslav Halak, Anton Khudobin, Kari …

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