'So, where would that put Eichel? Well, with a $75-million cap for the coming campaign, Eichel’s deal would be worth $8.25 million per season, which seems like a fitting starting point for a new contract for Eichel. He hasn’t yet earned his way into 16 percent-plus category that McDavid has now created, but, given his ceiling, Eichel is certainly worth more than the roughly $6 … [Read more...] about Eichel won’t make McDavid money, but what will a long-term extension cost Sabres?
Archives for July 2017
Sabres could lock up Jack Eichel with a deal similar to Connor McDavid's extension
'The Sabres are apparently on the fast track to locking up the 20-year-old Eichel, who is entering the final season of his three-year contract. And a potential extension, according to NHL.com, could mirror the $12.5 million average that Connor McDavid landed in Edmonton earlier this month.' … [Read more...] about Sabres could lock up Jack Eichel with a deal similar to Connor McDavid’s extension
A little bit of learning, a little bit of impression-making for Asplund and Nylander
'"We've had a lot of good development coaches here and I think everyone has learned new things to get better and also to be more like a professional," Nylander said. "I will definitely take that into September.' … [Read more...] about A little bit of learning, a little bit of impression-making for Asplund and Nylander
Scandella on Sabres: 'I’m super excited about the new challenge I have'
'"Look at what he’s done with Nashville’s 'D' corps," Scandella said. "He was an All-Star defenseman, and that he believes in me gives me a lot of pride. I think we’re going to work really well together. I know I’m going to learn a lot off of him. I think he has a lot to teach. I’m all ears."' … [Read more...] about Scandella on Sabres: ‘I’m super excited about the new challenge I have’
Casey Mittelstadt lives up to hype at first Sabres development camp
'The 18-year-old showcased his swift hands in tight-quartered drills on Saturday, Sunday and Monday before putting more speed on display during Tuesday's full-ice session. This year, the 3-on-3 tournament was played NHL overtime style on full ice, allowing playmakers like Mittelstadt to show off more of their arsenal, as opposed to last year's usage of strictly the offensive … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt lives up to hype at first Sabres development camp
Sabres prospect Max Willman hungry to turn things around at Brown
'"The cooking was fun. I definitely learned some things there," Willman said. "I usually get my meals made for me by my mom or my dad. But I'm learning new things about nutrition and cooking and eating well and all those types of things away from the ice. It's always good to learn those things. It's definitely a game-changer what you put in your body and how it affects you and … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Max Willman hungry to turn things around at Brown
Botterill: Talks continuing with Eichel and Lehner but no plans for early extension for Reinhart
'"Our conversations with Jack and the group have gone extremely well," Botterill said in HarborCenter after the close of development camp. "We'll continue this throughout the summer and see if we can find a common ground because, from our standpoint, we certainly want to get something done. And everything we've heard from Jack and his agents is they want to get something done … [Read more...] about Botterill: Talks continuing with Eichel and Lehner but no plans for early extension for Reinhart
Mike Harrington: As kids thrive, Sabres' new leaders exude veteran feel
'A huge first step is fortifying the prospect pool and things looked good in that regard the last four days in HarborCenter. The Sabres need more defensemen, especially on the right side, but they have some elite forwards coming and you could feel the buzz in the building at Saturday's opening practices and Tuesday's 3-on-3 tournament, which saw so many fans show up at 9 a.m. … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: As kids thrive, Sabres’ new leaders exude veteran feel
Sabres Notebook: Mittelstadt's team wins 3-on-3, Housley talks coaching staff, Stephens sits & more
'The white team went undefeated on the morning, winning all three of its round-robin games and both of its playoff games. In the semifinals, 2014 second-round pick Eric Cornel and undrafted 21-year-old Erik Autio scored the goals in a 2-0 white win. In the final, Hudson Fasching, Mittelstadt and Cornel found the net to take home the title.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Mittelstadt’s team wins 3-on-3, Housley talks coaching staff, Stephens sits & more
Sabres’ Phil Housley likes defense, plans to lean on Marco Scandella
'“He was playing behind some guys,” Housley said. “I think he wanted more minutes, he wanted more opportunity, and luckily for us, we got him. … He can skate and he’s mobile. A big part of our team is the mobility back there.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Phil Housley likes defense, plans to lean on Marco Scandella
Sabres GM Jason Botterill optimistic about Jack Eichel’s contract extension
'“Our conversations with Jack and the group have gone extremely well,” Botterill said inside HarborCenter following the close of development camp. “We’ll continue those throughout the summer here and stuff to see if we can find a common ground. From our standpoint, we certainly want to get something done, and from everything we’ve heard from Jack and his agents, they want to … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill optimistic about Jack Eichel’s contract extension
Sabres 3v3 camp tourney action; Housley, Botterill interviews
'Following the workout, head coach Phil Housley and general manager Jason Botterill spoke to the media. The duo discussed the camp, recent offseason acquisitions of defenders Marco Scandella and Nathan Beaulieu and updates on Jack Eichel contract discussions.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 3v3 camp tourney action; Housley, Botterill interviews
Bailey’s time is now
'“Playing on the left wing was new to me last year, but [then] coach [Dan] Bylsma saw an opportunity for me, and I played a fair amount on the left side,” Bailey said. “I was able to use my speed on the wing and cut in and used my body on defensemen going wide. I thought I adjusted well to it and is something I look forward to doing in the future.”' … [Read more...] about Bailey’s time is now
Ex-Wild defenseman Marco Scandella excited to play for Buffalo coach Phil Housley
'“I figured something was likely. Just looking at the situation with the team, with the cap issues, I knew it was very possible, especially when I realized my name was in the mix of things. It wasn’t easy. I got drafted by Minnesota, I love the guys, I love the city. I’ve always felt like it’s been a home for me. It doesn’t even feel like a second home. It always felt like … [Read more...] about Ex-Wild defenseman Marco Scandella excited to play for Buffalo coach Phil Housley
The Sabres crown a champion as Development Camp ends
'In their first game, White beat the Blue 2-1 in a shootout. Autio, who is a Penn State senior scored with Asplund getting the shootout goal.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres crown a champion as Development Camp ends