Archives for June 21, 2008

'Adam is ranked 42nd overall among North American forwards and defencemen for the June 20-21 draft. But that's up two dozen spots from the Central Scouting Service's mid-season rankings. The Hockey News has him rated 66th overall - including Europeans and goaltenders - which would make him a third-round pick. But there is a buzz that Adam, who led the St. John's Fog Devils with … [Read more...] about Adam leaves good last impression

'General manager Darcy Regier continued dealing on the second day of the NHL Draft in Ottawa, ultimately netting the Sabres some quantity they hope turns to quality.' … [Read more...] about Sabres deal for extra pick on Day 2

'"I can't wait to see what Buffalo's about. I'm ecstatic. I'm looking forward to cracking the lineup."' … [Read more...] about Myers stands tall in strong year for Calgary area talent

'With three professional seasons under his belt, the 23-year-old Buffalo Sabres right winger can now draw upon his experience and offer advice to the teenage prospects who attend the 2008 National Hockey League draft today at Scotiabank Place in Ottawa. "I know everyone wants to be selected as high as possible, but if you think about it there's a lot of very good NHL … [Read more...] about Ex-Cats have draft memories

'Well, the Sabres said they wanted to get bigger. They got the biggest.' … [Read more...] about Height of expectations

'Tigers head coach and general manager Willie Desjardins wasn’t surprised to hear the size questions come up again, but in time, the Tigers bench boss believes his young forward will overcome that at the NHL level too. “Tyler wishes he was 6-foot-3 and 210 pounds and has all the skill he has now,” said Desjardins. “I think it is natural people worry … [Read more...] about Ennis taken in the first round by Sabres

'Ennis, 18, has excelled despite his smallish frame. The speedy 5-9, 146-pounder was named to the 2008 Eastern Conference First All-Star Team after finishing second in the WHL with 43 goals and fourth overall with 91 points. He also led the Tigers with 15 power-play tallies.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select C Ennis with 26th pick

'Many experts say Myers is a steal at No. 12. He needs to fill out his six-foot-seven and 205-pound frame, but he has a huge reach and can skate well for a big man. “I‘ve still got some work to do,” said Myers, who was born in Houston and raised in Calgary. “I know it‘s a very hard league to crack. I need to put on some weight - with this … [Read more...] about Kelowna kids go quickly in NHL draft

'Despite his extremely large frame, the defensive-minded Myers is considered to have great skating ability and good offensive upside. While the 18-year-old draws obvious comparisons to Boston's Zdeno Chara, Myers says he tries to model his game after Anaheim's Chris Pronger.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade up to select 6-foot-7 Tyler Myers

Ennis says he tries to model his playing style after former Sabres co-captain and current Philadelphia center Daniel Briere as well as Tampa Bay's Martin St. Louis. He considers Briere his favorite NHL player. … [Read more...] about Sabres go offensive with selection of Tyler Ennis

'Originally slated with the 13th overall selection, the Sabres opted to swap with Los Angeles for the 12th pick to get the sizable blueliner. Buffalo also gave their 2009 third-round selection to the Kings as part of the deal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Myers, Ennis in first round

'More than 3,000 people gathered at HSBC Arena for the 2008 NHL Entry Draft Party on Friday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres draft party

'"We're very happy," Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said. "Getting these two players, we can consider it a very good day."' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Tyler Myers and Tyler Ennis in first round of NHL draft