Archives for May 2014

'“What I look for in an interview is the maturity level and how far along they are in that area,” Sabres Assistant General Manager Kevin Devine told NHL.com. “That usually determines how far away they are from playing in the NHL. But I don’t think the interviews are going to jump anyone five or six draft spots, either. They could jump a spot or two if guys are professionals in … [Read more...] about NHL Combine wraps up with fitness tests today

'“I think in every draft you have the ability to rebuild and get good players, but not every draft has a Crosby or a Toews,” Murray said this week at the NHL Draft Combine in Toronto. “You have to acquire NHL players. And it’s not just with your first pick.”' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres GM Tim Murray aiming to rebuild roster through upcoming NHL draft

'The signing was announced Thursday. NHL teams have until Sunday to sign their 2012 draft picks to retain their rights.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign prospect D Austin to 3-year contract

'A native of Peterborough, Ontario, Austin spent the 2013-14 season playing with the Belleville Bulls and the London Knights of the OHL, setting career highs in points (33), goals (9) and assists (24) through 67 games played. His career-high plus-51 rating during the 2013-14 regular season ranked sixth among all OHL skaters. … [Read more...] about Brady Austin signs ELC with Sabres

'“I don’t think it’s going to take that long to turn it around here. Obviously you’re subject to all those trade rumors and all the stuff like that, but that’s out of my control,” Stewart said. “Like I’ve said before, as long as I’m a Buffalo Sabre, I’m just going to worry about helping this team win hockey games and that’s all that’s on my mind.”' … [Read more...] about Stewart, Mitchell hope to bounce back healthy next season

'Ullmark is expected to spend this season developing with the Sabres' American Hockey League affiliate in Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goalie prospect Ullmark to 3-year deal

'During the 2013-14 season, the Lugnvik, Sweden native played 35 games for MODO in the Swedish Hockey League, registering a 2.08 goals-against average and .931 save percentage and was awarded the Honken Trophy as the Swedish Goaltender of the Year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Ullmark to 3-year, entry-level contract

'Deslauriers, a restricted free agent, was acquired in a trade with the Los Angeles Kings on March 5. The 23-year-old played in 17 of the Sabres' last 20 games and impressed with his physical presence on the ice. He scored one goal for Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign forward Deslauriers to 2-year deal

'Deslauriers led the Manchester Monarchs, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Kings, in goals with 18 prior to being acquired by the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign F Deslauriers

'The 6-foot-2, 230-pound Deslauriers was acquired from the Los Angeles Kings along with Hudson Fasching on March 5, 2014. He made his NHL debut with the Sabres and finished the season by playing 17 of the club's last 20 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign F Deslauriers

'"Nick was able to step in and compete in every situation we put him in," said Sabres general manager Tim Murray. "We're confident that he will be an important part of our organization going forward."' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Deslauriers to 2-year deal

'Buffalo’s draft haul has to wait because Islanders General Manager Garth Snow couldn’t afford to skip this draft. His team has missed the playoffs six of the last seven seasons, including this one. He went for it this year, acquiring Vanek in October in an attempt to make a run.' … [Read more...] about Isles make Sabres wait a year for first-rounder

'At this point, though, Miller is not the answer. He would contribute to more problems than he would solve. He would interrupt the master plan and stunt the development of goalies behind him. They need to play Jhonas Enroth and Michal Neuvirth and groom Nathan Lieuwen, Linus Ullmark and Andrey Makarov.' … [Read more...] about Sabres need to stay away from Miller

'Satan didn’t fit with Buffalo late in his career, with teammates like Chris Drury exasperated at the talented right winger’s lapses in effort.' … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabre Satan ends hockey career at 39

'However, there probably won’t be much trade demand for Miller since the few teams in need of a goalie could freely pursue him during the summer. Plus, the former face of the Sabres’ franchise had a rough time with the Blues, putting up a .903 save percentage in 19 regular-season games and just a .897 save percentage and 2.70 goals-against average in the playoffs as Chicago … [Read more...] about No more Miller time in St. Louis