'Dahlin has drawn comparisons to another Swedish defenseman: Nicklas Lidstrom. Comparisons to a Hall-of-Famer and one of the best defensemen of all time without playing a game are, as always, premature, but Dahlin has earned the hype with his outstanding play in Sweden. Lidstrom himself compared Dahlin's skating ability to Rangers legendary defenseman Brian Leetch. A terrific … [Read more...] about NHL Draft 2018: Buffalo Sabres select Rasmus Dahlin from Sweden with first overall pick
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NHL Draft 2018: Sabres select defenseman Rasmus Dahlin with No. 1 pick
'Dahlin widely was considered the best prospect available in the 2018 class. The Sabres are hopeful he can develop into a franchise building block.' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft 2018: Sabres select defenseman Rasmus Dahlin with No. 1 pick
NHL Draft 2018: Buffalo-bound Rasmus Dahlin, family find familiar comforts amid hype
'“I think it’s important to be there like an everyday thing, that he can focus on hockey, what he’s supposed to do, and I can focus on the rest,” Asa said. “So just help him out to have a good time and focus what he’s there for.”' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft 2018: Buffalo-bound Rasmus Dahlin, family find familiar comforts amid hype
Dahlin selected No. 1 by Sabres at NHL Draft
'"I have many emotions right now in my body; I'm trying to enjoy every second," Dahlin said.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin selected No. 1 by Sabres at NHL Draft
Dahlin has 'amazing' night as No. 1 pick by Sabres in 2018 NHL Draft
'When Sabres general manager Jason Botterill called his name, Dahlin hid a slight smile behind his right hand. He turned to his left and hugged his brother, Felix, 20, whose hockey career ended because of arthritis. He hugged his sister, Ella, 13, his father and his mother, Asa.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin has ‘amazing’ night as No. 1 pick by Sabres in 2018 NHL Draft
Sabres take Dahlin with the first overall pick
'Dahlin will be in Buffalo for development camp, which begins on Wednesday, June 27 at HarborCenter and runs through Saturday, June 30. The first three days of camp will be free and open to the public. Saturday's 3-on-3 tournament is only open to season ticket holders.' … [Read more...] about Sabres take Dahlin with the first overall pick
Sabres' Dahlin couldn't be happier that he's coming to Buffalo
'The fans are what makes this city so great. Dahlin wants to meet you guys, “They are great fans. I heard so many great things about them. Like they love hockey in that city and I can see that, when they come to me, they know me and I don’t even play in the NHL. So they probably love hockey.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dahlin couldn’t be happier that he’s coming to Buffalo
Sabres' Botterill says they're letting Robin Lehner go
'Ullmark is going to get the first chance to take over for Lehner. Botterill said, “We want to give him that opportunity, but you have to have expectations. It’s the same thing where we’re very excited about the selection we’re going to make today, but you have to understand that there’s a growing process here. We think Linus is ready for the next challenge here, but to hand … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Botterill says they’re letting Robin Lehner go
Home Swede Home - Sabres take Rasmus Dahlin with No. 1 pick
'Dahlin, 18, has been called one of the most polished defensive prospects in years, if not decades. The Swedish standout first burst onto the scene as a 16-year-old, becoming the youngest player to appear in the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championships for Sweden.' … [Read more...] about Home Swede Home – Sabres take Rasmus Dahlin with No. 1 pick
Sabres' Dahlin ready to call Buffalo home
'"It's been a long wait and you can't really plan anything but finally today I can plan my future and I love to call my new town Buffalo."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dahlin ready to call Buffalo home
5 options for the Sabres with the No. 32 pick
'Here are five players the Sabres should consider with their first pick on Saturday morning...'. … [Read more...] about 5 options for the Sabres with the No. 32 pick
Sabres draft Rasmus Dahlin No. 1 overall in NHL Draft
'“On behalf of our great fans in Western New York, the Buffalo Sabres are proud to select Frolunda defenseman Rasmus Dahlin," the GM said at the mic.' … [Read more...] about Sabres draft Rasmus Dahlin No. 1 overall in NHL Draft
Botterill on Dahlin: "It's great to have him in our organization."
'"Today can be a big celebration. We can have it move on next week at development camp which will be fun to see," Botterill said. "But he’s a young player. He’s 18-years-old. There’s high expectation down the road and it’s imperative to protect him and put him in situations so he can have success.' … [Read more...] about Botterill on Dahlin: “It’s great to have him in our organization.”
Dahlin on playing in Buffalo: "I love that city."
'When asked again about the pressure he'll likely face in his rookie season, the Swede provided another calm, cool and collected answer: "I love to play hockey and why put pressure when you can paly the game that you love."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin on playing in Buffalo: “I love that city.”
Sabres Fans Celebrate #1 Pick Rasmus Dahlin
'Fans across the generations could hardly contain their excitement when they learned the top overall prospect would officially be joining the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Fans Celebrate #1 Pick Rasmus Dahlin