'The Sabres had the best chance at the No. 1 pick, 18.5 percent, based on their last-place finish in the NHL standings this season. The Hurricanes had a 3.0 percent chance to win (11th best), and the Canadiens had a 9.5 percent chance (fourth).' … [Read more...] about Sabres win No. 1 pick in NHL Draft Lottery
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Sabres to pick 1st overall at 2018 NHL Draft
'Swedish defenseman Rasmus Dahlin is widely considered the best prospect in this year's draft. Dahlin recorded 20 points (7+13) at age 18 in 41 games for Frolunda HC of the Swedish Hockey League. He also tallied six assists and was named the best defenseman at the 2018 IIHF World Junior Championship in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to pick 1st overall at 2018 NHL Draft
Botterill on winning Lottery: "I'm just very happy for our fanbase"
'"I hope they're ecstatic," he said. "Look, they've been extremely supportive. You felt it in the building [this season]. There was certainly a lot of quietness coming into the games, but whenever we did something well, they wanted to cheer. They wanted to be supportive. Hopefully people in Buffalo have been excited the past few days."' … [Read more...] about Botterill on winning Lottery: “I’m just very happy for our fanbase”