Archives for June 26, 2014

'The talk around town is that the Canucks have already chatted up Ryan Miller, the Islanders are desperate to get in on everybody, and Martin Brodeur was at a charity golf tournament in Toronto and seen hobnobbing at the Blue Jays game with higher-ups of Maple Leaf Sports. You can be sure the Sabres are kicking a few tires too, including those of old friends Steve Ott and Matt … [Read more...] about Interesting confusion at NHL Draft

'Persson’s NHL career, if you want to call it that, lasted about 15 minutes – the length of the pregame warm-up prior to the Game 2 of the 2011 Eastern Conference quarterfinal in Philadelphia.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ recent drafts have yielded some strong talents and notable misses

'"I don't know if I want to sit here this long," Murray said, with a sigh. "We have needs everywhere."' … [Read more...] about Sabres have ‘needs everywhere’ entering NHL draft

'When I say what each player averages, it’s over an 82 game season. I think you’re going to see that good players can be had at number two and losing the Lottery isn’t that big of a deal.' … [Read more...] about Recent history says the Sabres should do OK at #2

'While much could change on draft day, it is expected that the Sabres will draft one of four players: Aaron Ekblad, Sam Reinhart, Sam Bennett or Leon Draisaitl. The decision on whether to keep Draft Pick X in Buffalo or send him back to juniors will depend on the individual, the lineup and how the choice will affect the player’s long-term development.' … [Read more...] about Will the Sabres’ No. 1 pick play in Buffalo this year?