'Dudley was the assistant to Blackhawks GM Dale Tallon when they drafted Kane first overall in 2007. "About halfway through the first game Tallon watched with me, he leaned over and said, 'That's our guy. We can leave now,' " Dudley said. "There were people who didn't think he was the first pick of that draft class. But I never went to an amateur or pro game where he didn't … [Read more...] about Rick Dudley explains NHL’s combine’s fuzzy numbers, but recalls that one sure thing
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High school prospect Jay O’Brien could be intriguing option for Sabres
'“He’s a dynamic offensive player, thinks the game very well,” NHL Central Scouting’s Dave Gregory said. “One of those (players who’s) two steps ahead in the playmaking and (possesses) a great compete level to go with it. So very, very good upside for him.”' … [Read more...] about High school prospect Jay O’Brien could be intriguing option for Sabres
Dahlin wrapped up his Scouting Combine on Saturday
'The answer is Dahlin did 10 pullups and he did not vomit after the Wingate. As far as how the whole experience was, Dahlin said, “It was fun, it was kind of hard, but most of the time it was fun.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin wrapped up his Scouting Combine on Saturday
Rasmus Dahlin prefers to keep it mild while getting a taste of Buffalo
'He gets a pass, as long as he didn't use ranch.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin prefers to keep it mild while getting a taste of Buffalo
Rasmus Dahlin Center of Attention at NHL Scouting Combine
'"Like I said yesterday. we'll see what happens," said Dahlin. "But, if I come to this city' I'm going to be so excited. I've heard so many great things about the city with all the fans, that they're amazing and that kind of stuff. If that happens, I'm going to be so glad."' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin Center of Attention at NHL Scouting Combine
Dahlin says Scouting Combine testing 'kind of hard' but fun
'"I just focused on what I should do and all the testing," he said. "I didn't feel the cameras (were there). I noticed but I didn't think about it."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin says Scouting Combine testing ‘kind of hard’ but fun
Combine Recap: Prospects on Dahlin, Drury's nephew and more
'"He's unbelievable," Lundqvist said. "His potential or the stuff he can do on the ice is just, you can't even imagine how he does it. It's unbelievable."' … [Read more...] about Combine Recap: Prospects on Dahlin, Drury’s nephew and more
Dahlin's message: 'I'm a player that wants to win. I hate to lose'
'"Everything is great here," he said. "We were here for the World Juniors, played in the full arena and it's pretty awesome here. I loved it here."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin’s message: ‘I’m a player that wants to win. I hate to lose’
From Frolunda to 'Fortnite:' Rasmus Dahlin will snipe you
'I don't know what to expect, actually. I will see it all soon. The only thing I can say is I'm so excited and want the season to start. I don't know how it's going to feel, moving to another country. Everything is new except the hockey, but I'll be around hockey. I'm more excited than nervous, actually.' … [Read more...] about From Frolunda to ‘Fortnite:’ Rasmus Dahlin will snipe you
Mike Harrington: Dahlin gives Sabres an international spotlight
'Sabres games next season will suddenly become appointment viewing -- on both sides of the ocean. You have to believe it's a virtual certainty they will be invited to play regular season games in Sweden sooner rather than later, much like Ottawa and Colorado staged a pair last November in Stockholm.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Dahlin gives Sabres an international spotlight
Combine Notebook: Sabres relinquish rights to trio of '16 draftees
'The '16 draft was Murray's third as general manager. He was fired in April, 2017, and replaced the following month by Jason Botterill.' … [Read more...] about Combine Notebook: Sabres relinquish rights to trio of ’16 draftees
Sabres' future defenseman Rasmus Dahlin shows his mettle in place of medal controversy
'“Nothing is done, I’ll have to wait and see what’s next in the draft coming up, but yes, if I’m coming here, I’d love to be here,’’ said Dahlin, a nice kid who is OK with being the No. 1 overall pick but not OK with jinxing himself or sounding arrogant.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ future defenseman Rasmus Dahlin shows his mettle in place of medal controversy
Rasmus Dahlin embraces spotlight, won’t acknowledge future with Sabres
'“I’ve learned not to think about it and just to focus on what I can do every day, just eat, sleep,” he said. “(There’s) so many other things to think about.”' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin embraces spotlight, won’t acknowledge future with Sabres
Rasmus Dahlin says he's ready to play in NHL
'He noted his interview with Buffalo didn’t differ a whole lot from the other teams that opted to meet with Dahlin, even though they know he isn’t going to be available. Coach Phil Housley wasn’t in the interview the Sabres did with him.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin says he’s ready to play in NHL
Rasmus Dahlin may soon call Buffalo home as NHL's top pick
'Although it's a foregone conclusion the Sabres will make him the first Swedish player to be taken with the top pick in the NHL draft since the Quebec Nordiques drafted Mats Sundin in 1989, Dahlin said he is not taking anything for granted and is soaking in the atmosphere of it all.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin may soon call Buffalo home as NHL’s top pick