Archives for July 19, 2012

'“In Mikhail’s case, [making the team] will be driven by him. And it will be driven by training camp and exhibition games and where he fits and how he fits.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Grigorenko to three-year deal

'“In Mikhail’s case, it will be driven by him, driven by training and exhibition games and a sense of where he fits and how he fits, and not just the opportunity, but we have a responsibility and an obligation to put him in a position to succeed – not just on the short-term, but the long-term as well,” Regier said.' … [Read more...] about Grigorenko now officially another prospect in Sabres’ stable

'''Now, I can really feel that I am 100 percent a part of this organization,'' Grigorenko said. ''The next step for me is to make the team and play in the NHL.''' … [Read more...] about Buffalo signs top pick, Grigorenko, to 3-year deal

'Grigorenko was selected by the Sabres with the 12th overall pick in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft. He is Buffalo's highest forward selection since they took Thomas Vanek with the fifth overall pick in 2003.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Grigorenko

'"There wasn't any communication," he said of his talks with the KHL. "Before the draft they just wanted me to know that they're interested in me and asked me what I feel and what I'm going to do. And I said, 'I want to be an NHL player. I want to be drafted and sign a contract and I'll do anything to make the team.' For now, I don't even think about the KHL."' … [Read more...] about Grigorenko signs with Sabres

'In 2011-12, Grigorenko scored 85 points (40+45) while picking up just 12 penalty minutes for the Quebec Remparts in his first QMJHL season. He led all first-year players in the league in goals and points, and was second in regular-season assists. Despite only playing in 59 games, Grigorenko’s 40 goals and 85 points tied him for fifth and eighth place, respectively, among all … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Grigorenko to entry-level contract