'"It's a huge opportunity," Beaulieu, 24, said on a conference call Sunday. "Buffalo has such a young, bright future. Talking to management yesterday i feel like I'm going to fit right into that process right away. I'm very refreshed, excited and super happy."' … [Read more...] about Beaulieu on Sabres: ‘I’m very refreshed, excited and super happy’
Archives for June 2017
Evander Kane: 'I’m getting prepared to start another NHL season. Hopefully it’s in Buffalo'
'"I came back too early from the rib injury, but it was because I was hungry to play and wanted to play,” said Kane. “It took me a little while to get back into the swing of things. In those final 58 games, I thought I showed consistency offensively.”' … [Read more...] about Evander Kane: ‘I’m getting prepared to start another NHL season. Hopefully it’s in Buffalo’
Sabres leave big salaries unprotected for expansion draft
'The Sabres protected $4.6 million winger Tyler Ennis, who has struggled for two seasons battling injuries, and defenseman Nathan Beaulieu, who was acquired Saturday from the Montreal Canadiens. Perhaps the Sabres believe the speedy Ennis, a three-time 20-goal scorer, can thrive again under new coach Phil Housley.' … [Read more...] about Sabres leave big salaries unprotected for expansion draft
Nathan Beaulieu excited for fresh opportunity with Sabres
'“I’m so excited for the style of play he wants to go forth with,” he said. “It’s going to fit right into my game. I got a huge opportunity here to grow my game with a guy who played the game I like to play.”' … [Read more...] about Nathan Beaulieu excited for fresh opportunity with Sabres
Beaulieu saw the coming of the transaction
'The fact that the Sabers leadership immediately added his name to the list suggests that Phil Housley, newly appointed to the helm of the team, has plans for him.' … [Read more...] about Beaulieu saw the coming of the transaction
Beaulieu welcomed Montreal trading him to Buffalo Sabres
'Though he’s not familiar with Housley, Beaulieu believes he’s better suited to play in Buffalo as opposed to Montreal, which favored its defensemen playing a more rugged style.' … [Read more...] about Beaulieu welcomed Montreal trading him to Buffalo Sabres
Nathan Beaulieu expected to leave Montreal
'"I talked to the management yesterday (Saturday) and it was very positive," he said, adding that he had received text messages from some Sabers players to welcome him afterwards The announcement of the transaction. This is a huge opportunity for me. And then I'm lucky, because I'll play for a team close to home, and I know the Sabers are young and have a bright future ahead of … [Read more...] about Nathan Beaulieu expected to leave Montreal
Sabres protect Ennis over Carrier
'The only surprise to me is Ennis. Why would Vegas take a chance on a guy who hasn't been the same since suffering two major concussions? It looks like Botterill either has a deal in place or he doesn't think the Sabres can use Carrier's speed. My guess is there could be a deal that says Vegas will not take Ullmark, if they can have Carrier.' … [Read more...] about Sabres protect Ennis over Carrier
Sabres' Beaulieu is very happy to get traded here
'Beaulieu played 10 career games against Buffalo and was pointless. He said he learned a lot about this team by preparing for them, “The biggest thing was how energetic it was to play against them. Young teams are scary to play against because you don't know what to expect, but with the youth, I'm very excited to be part of that situation.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Beaulieu is very happy to get traded here
Bogosian, Moulson, Carrier & Ullmark headline players left unprotected by Sabres
'The Sabres protected list looks a lot like many of us imagined it would. Nothing shocking, but I was a little surprised the Sabres made 22-year-old William Carrier available to the Vegas Golden Knights. He has plenty of upside and he's a nice player who will likely play in the league for awhile.' … [Read more...] about Bogosian, Moulson, Carrier & Ullmark headline players left unprotected by Sabres
Nathan Beaulieu looking forward to fresh start in Buffalo
'Beaulieu will provide an upgrade to the Sabres defensive unit. After scoring 28 points (4 goals, 24 assists) in 74 games a season ago, he's earned a reputation as a d-man who can move the puck.' … [Read more...] about Nathan Beaulieu looking forward to fresh start in Buffalo
Sabres' Expansion Draft Protection List unveiled
'All first- and second-year professionals, as well as all unsigned draft choices, will be exempt from selection (and have not be counted toward their club's applicable protection limits).' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Expansion Draft Protection List unveiled
Sabres acquire Habs defenseman Beaulieu for third-round pick
'The Habs wanted to avoid losing Beaulieu in the expansion draft but he had fallen out of favor with the organization and was a healthy scratch in the final game of their first-round elimination to the New York Rangers. Beaulieu had started the season in Montreal's top pair alongside Shea Weber.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Habs defenseman Beaulieu for third-round pick
Sabres' Ullmark on masked bride: 'She's definitely a keeper'
'Ullmark and his bride, Moa Wikman, donned goalie masks for the post-ceremony photo sessions to celebrate the big day.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ullmark on masked bride: ‘She’s definitely a keeper’
Sabres add to defense, trade for Nathan Beaulieu
'In Beaulieu, who could’ve been left unprotected, the Sabres possess a smooth-skating, puck-moving defenseman. Under new coach Phil Housley’s tutelage as an assistant in Nashville, the Predators’ defense corps transformed into arguably the NHL’s best, so perhaps he can help Beaulieu unlock his potential.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add to defense, trade for Nathan Beaulieu