'Buffalo fans young and old could hardly contain their excitement after learning the top overall prospect would be donning a Sabres sweater.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans ready to usher in the Dahlin era
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Sabres continue to replenish defensive depth on Day 2 of the NHL Draft
'"You can never have too many defensemen," Botterill said. "It was something that we did talk a lot about, about trying to add more defensemen. We certainly knew who we were going to take at number one.' … [Read more...] about Sabres continue to replenish defensive depth on Day 2 of the NHL Draft
Sabres select 5 players on 2nd day of 2018 NHL Draft
'Buffalo began the day by selecting defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (6'4", 218 lbs., 3/14/2000) with the first pick of the second round, No. 32 overall. Samuelsson spent the 2017-18 season with the USA Hockey NTDP, where he finished second among the team's defensemen with 31 points (11+20) in 58 games. He also served as Team USA's captain during the 2018 IIHF World U18 … [Read more...] about Sabres select 5 players on 2nd day of 2018 NHL Draft
Former teammate believes Samuelsson will complement Dahlin
'"They're getting a guy who will complement Dahlin pretty well," Wilde, a second-round pick by the Islanders, said. "I can just imagine those two playing together. Mattias will definitely lock it up defensively and shut down and allow a guy like Dahlin to have a bit of freedom.' … [Read more...] about Former teammate believes Samuelsson will complement Dahlin
Pekar 'never imagined' being drafted into NHL
'Pekar's familiarity with the Sabres dates back to his youth. Being a Czech native, he's well-versed in Dominik Hasek lore, and the first game he ever played in an NHL rink was in Buffalo at age 14. He beamed when recounting his combine interview with the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Pekar ‘never imagined’ being drafted into NHL
Buffalo Sabers chose Rasmus Dahlin in NHL draft
'"It has been a long wait, you have not been able to plan anything and now I can finally plan my future. I love to call Buffalo my new hometown."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabers chose Rasmus Dahlin in NHL draft
Here's your Buffalo, Rasmus Dahlin
'"Buffalo" is not just a city - it's also the English word for both bisonoxe and scare. Hence the following sentence, in English, is grammatically correct: "Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo Buffalo." In Swedish: " Buffalo Buffalo [as] Buffalo Buffets Scare, Scare Buffalo Buffalo." … [Read more...] about Here’s your Buffalo, Rasmus Dahlin
The wait is over: Sabres make Dahlin the No. 1 overall pick
'Dahlin becomes the third No. 1 overall pick made by the Sabres since they came into the NHL, joining Gilbert Perreault in the club's inaugural draft in 1970 and Pierre Turgeon in 1987. The 6-foot-2 defenseman from Frolunda of the Swedish Hockey League is expected to be an immediate contributor and the kind of defenseman who can instantly transform Housley's attack-based system … [Read more...] about The wait is over: Sabres make Dahlin the No. 1 overall pick
Finally a Sabre: In a frozen moment, Dahlin (and mom) are Buffalo-bound
'“Rasmus is very calm and comfortable in himself, which exudes that confidence when he’s doing all these interviews and meeting all these players,” said Chris Bandura, the Sabres’ vice president of media relations, who met multiple times with Dahlin. “He’s very mature for a young kid. You would never guess his age if you see how he acts and interacts with different people, … [Read more...] about Finally a Sabre: In a frozen moment, Dahlin (and mom) are Buffalo-bound
Why Sabres first overall pick Rasmus Dahlin looks like a game-changer
'He's been playing against men since he was 16 years old.' … [Read more...] about Why Sabres first overall pick Rasmus Dahlin looks like a game-changer
Rasmus Dahlin after he was drafted: 'I love to call my new town Buffalo'
'Yeah, 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. So, yeah, I’ve heard so many great things about them. I’m super excited to meet all the fans.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin after he was drafted: ‘I love to call my new town Buffalo’
Mike Harrington: Sabres must capitalize on Rasmus Dahlin's impact
'Botterill is desperate for a goalie now that he's signed off that there will be no return of Robin Lehner. And no Philipp Grubauer either, now that the Washington backup is off to Colorado. As wondrous as Dahlin is, Botterill better find someone to stop some pucks or this team still isn't going very far.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres must capitalize on Rasmus Dahlin’s impact
Botterill still working on deals to land another first-rounder
'"We're ready to pick No. 1, preparing to pick at No. 32 and looking at different scenarios to see if we can move up from that point," Botterill said today during a pre-draft media briefing in the W hotel. "We've certainly had discussions with other teams. Putting a percentage on that is difficult to say."' … [Read more...] about Botterill still working on deals to land another first-rounder
Draft Notebook: Sabres walk away from Lehner, Bylsma joins Wings
'Lehner was a lightning rod for criticism during his three years in Buffalo, largely because former GM Tim Murray spent a first-round pick on him (No. 21 overall) at the 2015 draft in Florida. Murray scouted and drafted Lehner for the Ottawa Senators and Lehner had helped Binghamton win the AHL's Calder Cup while in the Ottawa organization.' … [Read more...] about Draft Notebook: Sabres walk away from Lehner, Bylsma joins Wings
Who was the first to shake Rasmus Dahlin's hand on stage? Meet Rosie.
'Rosie’s dad, Chris Bandura, is the team’s vice president of media relations. Two years ago, when Buffalo hosted the draft, his colleague from the Vancouver Canucks asked if Rosie could assist the team as a runner. That’s someone who fetches drinks, snacks, and photocopies for the hockey officials who can’t leave the team’s draft table while the draft is underway. Most of the … [Read more...] about Who was the first to shake Rasmus Dahlin’s hand on stage? Meet Rosie.