'In his career, Skinner has tallied 379 points in 579 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Jeff Skinner from Hurricanes
Archives for August 2018
Bove: Sabres strike gold with Skinner deal
'While Pu is a solid prospect and the second and third round picks are nice pieces, the Sabres are adding a top-six forward without giving up any current players OR first-round picks. So what are the Sabres getting in Skinner?' … [Read more...] about Bove: Sabres strike gold with Skinner deal
Sabres Acquire Hurricanes Forward Jeff Skinner
'A season ago, Skinner tallied 24 goals and 49 points. He finished the year tied for 12th among all NHL players with 89 goals in the last three seasons. In his career, Skinner has scored the 20th most goals in the NHL during that span.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Acquire Hurricanes Forward Jeff Skinner
Skinner traded to Sabres by Hurricanes
'"I don't know what (Skinner's contract demands) were going to be because we never had those conversations, but for Jeff, I think he was looking for a fresh start too," Waddell said. "He's going to a place where he's going to play with some very good top-end players. He's a Toronto native. He had a full no-trade clause. Buffalo was always a team that was very high on his … [Read more...] about Skinner traded to Sabres by Hurricanes
Skinner waives no-trade clause to be part of Sabres rebuild
'In other words, the Sabres received a potential first-line wing for center Jack Eichel without giving up anything from their NHL roster.' … [Read more...] about Skinner waives no-trade clause to be part of Sabres rebuild
Sabres acquire Skinner from Hurricanes
'The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has acquired forward Jeff Skinner from the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for forward Cliff Pu, a second-round pick in the 2019 NHL Draft, a third-round pick in the 2020 NHL Draft and a sixth-round pick in the 2020 NHL Draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Skinner from Hurricanes
Botterill thrilled to add 'consistent goal scorer' in Skinner
'"I respect his work ethic a lot off the ice, just his professionalism, how he goes about handling himself," Botterill said. "He comes to camp in great shape, a true professional from that standpoint.' … [Read more...] about Botterill thrilled to add ‘consistent goal scorer’ in Skinner
Sabres open ticket sales for annual Prospects Challenge
Tickets available for Sabres’ Prospects Challenge tournament
'Of course, Dahlin, the first overall pick June 22, will be the main attraction. The Swede, 18, is expected to be a big contributor to the Sabres next season.' … [Read more...] about Tickets available for Sabres’ Prospects Challenge tournament
Sabres announce return of Prospects Challenge
'Tickets are $10 and can be purchased from the KeyBank Center Box Office.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce return of Prospects Challenge
Tickets on sale for fourth annual Prospects Challenge
'The Sabres will be joined by the Boston Bruins, New Jersey Devils and Pittsburgh Penguins to compete in a round-robin challenge featuring prospects from each team. The participating teams will each play three games during the course of the event, which will be held entirely at Harborcenter.' … [Read more...] about Tickets on sale for fourth annual Prospects Challenge