'"Look, when I'm having discussions with other teams or other teams call me, they're not looking for some of our players who are struggling. They're looking to improve with our talented players."' … [Read more...] about Botterill on O’Reilly: ‘The interest in Ryan is not surprising at all’
Archives for 2018
Mike Harrington: Anticipation building for Sabres to be atop hockey world at NHL Draft
'"I've always been very impressed with him on the ice and what he's been able to create on the ice," Botterill said. "But what we've been impressed during our discussions with him the last little bit is just how humble he is, how focused he is on improving his game. When you talk to him about things he needs to improve on, he has a great ability to use a self-awareness of his … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Anticipation building for Sabres to be atop hockey world at NHL Draft
Sabres’ inability to find steals in NHL Draft contributed to demise
'Well, Foligno is the last player the Sabres drafted in the third round or later and developed into an NHL regular.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ inability to find steals in NHL Draft contributed to demise
Dahlin has potential to provide stagnant Sabres a spark
'Five years, two GMs, four coaches and three last-place finishes later, the Sabres remain stagnant while in the midst of a franchise-worst seven-year playoff drought.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin has potential to provide stagnant Sabres a spark
Sabres' Assistant GM Randy Sexton said they have a clear organizational plan
'“Dahlin aside, there are another six or seven, very, very good players and you could argue depending on your needs are that the top 10 to 12 players are all going to play absolutely in the National Hockey League, so we’re pleased with the draft and we’re pleased to be picking first overall, although you don’t ever want to finish last and do it again and I don’t believe that we … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Assistant GM Randy Sexton said they have a clear organizational plan
Stubb: Dahlin is 'a complete package'
'"We usually start [scouting] when the players are 17. There's not much use to start earlier than that because so much changes. We have, of course, been hearing about Rasmus Dahlin for four or five years already because when a talent like that pops up, everbody in the hockey world knows about him very quickly. We've been following him, but it's very clear that he is going to be … [Read more...] about Stubb: Dahlin is ‘a complete package’
Lindqvist: Everyone raves on and on about how great Dahlin is
'"What stands out to me is that I haven't talked to a single person over here, or back home in Sweden, that's really pumping the breaks. Everyone raves on and on about how good he is, or how great he is. At first your thought is 'Okay, maybe this is just a thing in Sweden.' I remember talking to Ray Ferraro at the start of this season and he said defensively (Dahlin) is like … [Read more...] about Lindqvist: Everyone raves on and on about how great Dahlin is
Why the Buffalo Sabres should trade Ryan O'Reilly
'So is O'Reilly the reason the Sabres have been on a downward spiral? Absolutely not. But with plenty of reported interest in the veteran center and the trade market heating up, Jason Botterill needs to strike while the iron is hot.' … [Read more...] about Why the Buffalo Sabres should trade Ryan O’Reilly
Denis Potvin on Rasmus Dahlin: 'Make sure the young man plays defense first'
'"I had every scoring record in junior hockey and I got to my first training camp and I don't think I was barely allowed to go above center ice for the first little while. Al Arbour simply saw it that, 'Let's make sure being a sound defensive defenseman comes first and if you're in a good position defensively, you'll be in a good position offensively.' He used to drill that … [Read more...] about Denis Potvin on Rasmus Dahlin: ‘Make sure the young man plays defense first’
Sabres announce dates for development camp
'The camp, which will run June 27-30 at HarborCenter, will feature current Sabres prospects, including those selected in the 2018 draft, in on-ice and off-ice activities. The camp is earlier this year than in past years when it was typically held in early July.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce dates for development camp
Anything could happen as GM Jason Botterill tries to overhaul Sabres
'Yes, Reinhart, who needs a new contract, looks like a franchise cornerstone. But what if a team offers the Sabres a package that could fill, say, two holes? What if the Sabres think Reinhart, an average skater, might struggle as the NHL becomes faster and faster?' … [Read more...] about Anything could happen as GM Jason Botterill tries to overhaul Sabres
Bergenheim: You don't see players like Dahlin come along very often
'“Exceptional, that is the first word that comes to my mind," Bergenheim said with Howard Simon on Monday. "He’s definitely a player that you don’t see come around too often in this world.”' … [Read more...] about Bergenheim: You don’t see players like Dahlin come along very often
Rönnberg: Dahlin is a 'true winner'
'"The most special thing for him is his personality, He has the edge that the best players have, he's a true winner. He want's to win everything that he participates in. He's so stubborn. He's the most stubborn player I've ever coached. Every practice, every situation, he's there stepping for his team and he wants to win the game for us. He has the same character as some of the … [Read more...] about Rönnberg: Dahlin is a ‘true winner’
The Sabres have moved development camp to June 27 through the 30th
'On Friday the 29th, it’s 9:15 until 10:15 and 10:45 through 11:45 and then on Saturday June 30, it’s the French Connection 3-on-3 tournament starting at 10:45. This is a ticketed event available free to season ticket holders only. The rest of the camp is open and free to the public.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres have moved development camp to June 27 through the 30th
Sabres announce schedule for 2018 Development Camp
'Sabres prospects and draft picks will be going through on and off-ice workouts followed by an intra-squad 3-on-3 tournament. All on-ice sessions are free and open to the public while the 3-on-3 tournament is open to season ticket holders.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce schedule for 2018 Development Camp