'These days, the best teams showcase speed. Fasching, 22, might be best suited for “heavy hockey,” a style the Kings utilized to win the Stanley Cup in 2012 and 2014.' … [Read more...] about Sabres give up on Hudson Fasching, trade him to Coyotes
Archives for 2018
Sabres sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to entry-level contract
'In 2016-17, Luukkonen won a championship with HPK, his junior team, leading the league with a 1.78 goals-against average in the regular season and a 2.01 mark in the postseason.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to entry-level contract
Sabres acquire Boston U’s Hickey; send Fasching to Coyotes
'Hickey joins three former Boston University teammates on Buffalo’s roster, including star center Jack Eichel. Hickey was the Terriers’ captain in completing his senior season, and finished his career with 21 goals and 54 points in 147 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Boston U’s Hickey; send Fasching to Coyotes
Sabres sign prospect goalie Luukkonen to 3-year contract
'This past season, the 19-year-old had an 11-11-2 record and 0.909 save percentage playing professionally with Finland’s second-division LeKi Lempaala.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign prospect goalie Luukkonen to 3-year contract
Sabres trade Hudson Fasching to Arizona
'Fasching, 22, was acquired by former Sabres general manager Tim Murray during the 2014 NHL Trade Deadline, sending defenseman Brayden McNabb and two second round picks to acquire the then-highly touted prospect. Despite the accolades, Fasching was not able to get things going in the Sabres organization. Fasching registered only 3 points (1 goal, 2 assists) in 22 games in a … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Hudson Fasching to Arizona
The Sabres sign Luukkonen
'Luukkonen also represented Finland at the World Junior Championships in Buffalo. In the five games he had a 3.13 goals against and .879 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres sign Luukkonen
Sabres acquire defenseman Brandon Hickey in exchange for Hudson Fasching
'It's a low-risk move for the Sabres, who will hope Hickey can develop into an NHL defenseman. Chances are, he'll sign an entry-level deal in the near future and compete for a spot in Rochester to begin the year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire defenseman Brandon Hickey in exchange for Hudson Fasching
Sabres sign Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to entry-level deal
'This move should come as no surprise considering the Sabres lack of goaltending depth. With Linus Ullmark set to start next season in Buffalo, Luukkonen could likely end up in Rochester while continuing to develop.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to entry-level deal
Sabres acquire D Brandon Hickey, send Fasching to Coyotes
'If Hickey, who spent four years in college, remains unsigned he can became an unrestricted free agent if he and the Sabres do not come to an agreement in August.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire D Brandon Hickey, send Fasching to Coyotes
Sabres ink Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to entry level contract
'Luukkonen, who the Blue & Gold selected in the second round (54th overall) of the 2017 NHL Draft, saw action in 24 games last season with Leki (Finland) posting a .909 save percentage and 2.92 goals against average.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to entry level contract
Sabres acquire Hickey from Coyotes
'Hickey (6'2", 201 lbs., 4/13/1996) recorded 14 points (6+8) in 35 games as the team captain in his senior season at Boston University in 2017-18, helping lead the Terriers to their second Hockey East championship during his tenure. The Edmonton, Alberta native finished his collegiate career with 54 points (21+33) in 147 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Hickey from Coyotes
Sabres ink Luukkonen to entry-level contract
'Luukkonen (6'4", 198 lbs., 3/9/1999) spent the bulk of the season playing professionally for Leki (Mestis) of Finland's second division. In 24 games for Leki in 2017-18, he posted an 11-11-2 record and finished seventh in the league with a .909 save percentage. The Espoo, Finland native also represented his country at the 2018 IIHF World Junior Championship in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Luukkonen to entry-level contract
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks agree to terms with MacWilliam, Atwal (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Lundqvist on Dahlin: 'You could tell early he was something else'
'"You could tell early that he was something else," Lundqvist said with Jeremy White on WGR, Wednesday morning. "You heard a lot of good stuff about him. A few years ago, he came out and had his first practice with us in the Elite League. He did stuff right away that was like, 'Okay, this kid is something special.' From then, he's gotten better and better. This year, he matured … [Read more...] about Lundqvist on Dahlin: ‘You could tell early he was something else’
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks re-sign AHL all-star blueliner Redmond to two-year deal (Buffalo News) Amerks retain leading scorer Zach Redmond on 2-year AHL deal (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks re-sign Zach Redmond to AHL contract (Olean Times Herald) Amerks bring back Redmond on two-year deal (WGR-AM) Redmond returns on two-year AHL contract (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage