'I'm all for moving Kane. I understand the reluctance to part with your leading goal-scorer, a dynamic power forward. But Botterill doesn't seem inclined to give Kane a huge extension. His value might never be higher, and the Sabres need help on defense, so a trade makes sense.' … [Read more...] about Sully’s Mailbag: Botterill won’t transform Sabres overnight
Archives for June 2017
Mike Harrington's Hot Read: Loss of Petersen an early blow to Botterill
'Petersen is pulling a Jimmy Vesey-like move, exercising his CBA rights to go to free agency. The bet here is the Iowa kid is signing with the Blackhawks, the team he loves and the team that holds its training camp each year at Notre Dame. Petersen's USHL team? The Waterloo Black Hawks. What a coincidence.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington’s Hot Read: Loss of Petersen an early blow to Botterill
Sabres select center Casey Mittelstadt, Minnesota high school's 'Mr. Hockey'
'Mittelstadt, 6-0, 201 pounds, was ranked the No. 3 overall player among North American skaters by the NHL’s Central Scouting. Six of the top 10 ranked North American skaters and seven of the top 10 internationally ranked skaters were available to the Sabres when their pick came up.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select center Casey Mittelstadt, Minnesota high school’s ‘Mr. Hockey’
Eichel gives McDavid his props but makes it clear he's gunning for his MVP title
'“I’ll do whatever it takes,’’ Eichel said. “To be honest, I want to be the best, and he’s the best right now, so I got to be better than him.’’' … [Read more...] about Eichel gives McDavid his props but makes it clear he’s gunning for his MVP title
Casey Mittelstadt happy to be Sabres’ top pick
'“It’s been a lot of buildup,” he said. “It’s been a stressful day, to be honest with you. … It’s a big relief to be picked. Me and my family are super excited.”' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt happy to be Sabres’ top pick
Goalie prospect Cal Petersen to pass on Sabres
'The Sabres, of course, can trade Petersen’s rights. Murray acquired winger Jimmy Vesey’s rights a year ago after the Harvard product refused to sign with the Nashville Predators. Vesey, however, elected for free agency and signed with the New York Rangers.' … [Read more...] about Goalie prospect Cal Petersen to pass on Sabres
Andrew Allen still with Sabres; Phil Housley assembling staff
'“It’s a situation where we’re very excited about Andrew,” Botterill said this morning prior to the NHL Draft. “My plan has always been to work with Andrew. It’s a scenario where Phil and I have to make a final decision.”' … [Read more...] about Andrew Allen still with Sabres; Phil Housley assembling staff
Casey Mittelstadt drafted in first round, eighth overall, by Buffalo
'After scoring 106 points his first two years of high school, Mittelstadt began last fall with Green Bay of the USHL before leaving after 16 games to rejoin Eden Prairie. He dominated, scoring 22 goals and garnering 59 points in only 25 games. Unfortunately, he played through an injury throughout the state tournament that left him less than 100 percent as Eden Prairie lost to … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt drafted in first round, eighth overall, by Buffalo
Casey Mittelstadt, at No. 8, is highest-drafted Minnesotan in more than a decade
'Mittelstadt was named Minnesota’s Mr. Hockey a few months ago after leading Eden Prairie in goals (21), assists (43) and points (64). He came up short of his ultimate goal of a state championship as Eden Prairie fell 3-2 to Grand Rapids in the semifinals of the state tournament.' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt, at No. 8, is highest-drafted Minnesotan in more than a decade
Sabres expect to lose out in signing goalie prospect
'The Sabres were expecting to have Petersen compete for a starting job with their minor league affiliate AHL Rochester next season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres expect to lose out in signing goalie prospect
Top prospect who couldn't do a single pull-up goes No. 8 to Sabres
'Mittelstadt, an 18-year-old from Minnesota, faced some scrutiny for his scrawniness at the combine, where he also managed just one 160-pound bench press rep. But Friday night, he was a first-round pick.' … [Read more...] about Top prospect who couldn’t do a single pull-up goes No. 8 to Sabres
Sabres select Casey Mittelstadt with 8th overall pick
'Mittelstadt brings electricity to his offensive game every time he steps on to the ice. He is a competitor with blazing speed, good vision, and crafty hands that allow him to be a good puck handler and playmaker. When the puck find his stick, he can hold on to it for as long as possible while using his speed and vision to find the best play available. He has the capability to … [Read more...] about Sabres select Casey Mittelstadt with 8th overall pick
The Sabres will not get Cal Petersen
'With college players using this loophole in the Collective Bargaining Agreement, it seems like it may be getting more dangerous to draft college players. Botterill said, “I still believe a lot in the college model and having players develop there. I think it’s a great scenario, I think it’s very good from a standpoint of the work ethic, the strength training and just the pace … [Read more...] about The Sabres will not get Cal Petersen
Sabres' Botterill is ready for his first NHL Draft as a GM
'“We’ll look at different scenarios of possibly moving up or moving back, but right now, our mindset is we’re going to be choosing at eight and I think they’ve done a great job at making sure no matter how the draft plays out, we’re going to be prepared.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Botterill is ready for his first NHL Draft as a GM
Buffalo Sabres draft Casey Mittelstadt with 8th overall pick
'Mittelstadt grew up 30 minutes down the road from new Sabres head coach Phil Housley. It may take Mittelstadt some time to get to the NHL and play for Housley, but few players in the 2017 Draft have the potential Mittelstadt does.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres draft Casey Mittelstadt with 8th overall pick