Archives for 2016

'Like the Bills, the Sabres have their own franchise crown jewel of disappointment, the “Skate in the Crease’’ ruling (or non-ruling) that didn’t go their way in Game 6 of the ’99 Cup Final.' … [Read more...] about It’s Buffalo turn to end the sports agony

'Entering his eighth NHL season, Kulikov adds experienced depth to Buffalo's young group of defensemen. And he has a left-handed shot, something Murray said was among his key offseason needs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire defenseman Kulikov in trade with Panthers

'Kulikov, 25, is signed for one more season with a salary cap charge of $4.33 million. He can become an unrestricted free agent following the 2016-17 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire D Kulikov from Panthers

'Asplund says he will play one more year in Sweden before making his decision on coming over to North America.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Rasmus Asplund with 33rd pick

'Pu, the right handed centerman had 31 points in 63 regular season games for London last season but heated up in the playoffs posting 13 points in 18 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Select Cliff Pu with 69th Overall

'The Sabres continued their second round action selecting Boston College d-man Casey Fitzgerald. In 2015-2016 for the Eagles, Fitzgerald scored 27 points in 39 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Take Casey Fitzgerald with 86th Pick

'With the 129th pick, the Sabres selected Swedish defenseman Philip Nyberg. Nyberg, a 6'3" 19 year old will be attending the University of Wisconsin next season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres take Defense Back-to-Back

'Murray, the 6'4" 216 pound winger will also be attending Penn State in 2017-2018 to play for the Nitanny Lions.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Select Brett Murray with 99th Pick

'Hagel had 47 points in 72 games for the Rebels as a 17 year-old after two short stays with the Whitecourt Wolverines of the AJHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Select Brandon Hagel 159th Overall

'The Sabres closed things up in the 2016 NHL Draft with back-to-back picks in the 7th round. With the 189th pick, the Sabres took a local kid from East Aurora Austin Osmanski. Osmanski played in the OHL for Mississauga last season with 1st round pick Alex Nylander. Osmanski had 10 points in 65 games for the Steelheads last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Select Austin Osmanski/Vasily Glotov in 7th

'There has been such an excitement downtown this week with all the events from the draft. It’s something that Bylsma has enjoyed, “I stepped out of the Hyatt yesterday and I think 12 years ago I stepped out on the same spot and looked down that street and what is out there now and what’s happening to our city is significantly different and vibe and the people and the excitement … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Bylsma likes what the Sabres have done

'Tim Murray confirmed that he will be making a play for Steven Stamkos. He said they have reached out to Stamkos’ agent, but it’s very, very preliminary. Will it go further, “I plan to and the next conversation I have with them is to ask if he’d have an interest in Buffalo. I have to ask that question and I wouldn’t be doing my job if I didn’t.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Murray has been in touch about Stamkos

'In all, the Sabres made 10 picks in the draft, but the lasting impression left on all who came to Buffalo, and even to some who now call Buffalo home, was a positive one.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ rebuild takes big step at 2016 NHL Draft

'"We certainly like [Kulikov] as a player," Sabres general manager Tim Murray said. "We did a lot of video scouting at the end of the year on him. We watched their six playoff games, other than knowing him well and watching him since he was in Drummondville and our pro scouting staff since he's been in the National [Hockey] League. We like him as a player. We have a need for a … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire defenseman Kulikov from Panthers

'The Buffalo Sabres selected nine players on the second day of the 2016 NHL Draft at First Niagara Center. These nine selections join Buffalo’s first-round pick, forward Alexander Nylander, to complete the team’s 2016 draft class, which includes six forwards and four defensemen. The Sabres also acquired defenseman Dmitry Kulikov from the Florida Panthers during the second round … [Read more...] about Sabres select nine players on day 2 of NHL draft