'But amid the comparisons, the biggest compliment of all might be this: Scouts, coaches and players who have been around the left-shot defenseman, expected to be selected No. 1 by the Buffalo Sabres next month in the 2018 NHL Draft, say he should make a name for himself in the NHL in no time.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin, expected No. 1 pick in 2018 NHL Draft, seems destined for stardom
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Housley on Dahlin: 'I've been watching on YouTube and, boy, it's incredible'
'"I know these are highlights and he's a young man and has to mature and really get to the NHL and North American game," the Buffalo head coach said by phone Friday from his home in suburban St. Paul, "but just seeing his poise and his hockey IQ of processing the game at a high speed is really, really something. I've been watching on YouTube and, boy, it's incredible. He's … [Read more...] about Housley on Dahlin: ‘I’ve been watching on YouTube and, boy, it’s incredible’
It's official: Sharks sending a first-round pick to Sabres for Kane
'The San Jose Sharks signed Kane to a seven-year, $49 million contract Thursday, officially giving a first-round pick to the Sabres as a condition of their February trade. The Sharks said the 2019 pick is lottery protected, so if they miss the playoffs next season, the first-round selection can slide to 2020.' … [Read more...] about It’s official: Sharks sending a first-round pick to Sabres for Kane
Kim Pegula on KeyBank Center, Sabres and winning draft lottery
'The PSE president and Sabres co-owner/president said replacing the facility is no less a consideration than a major renovation.' … [Read more...] about Kim Pegula on KeyBank Center, Sabres and winning draft lottery
Sabres will receive first-round pick from Sharks for Evander Kane
'Kane has compiled 186 goals and 354 points in 574 games, including 29 goals and 54 points in 78 contests in 2017-18. If he had hit the open market, he likely would’ve been one of the most coveted forwards.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will receive first-round pick from Sharks for Evander Kane
The Sharks have agreed to terms with Evander Kane on a seven-year deal
'After everything that had happened with Kane since arriving in Buffalo, Botterill had no desire to keep him here or offer him a new deal. He knew the numbers and it didn’t add up for what he’s trying to do in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about The Sharks have agreed to terms with Evander Kane on a seven-year deal
Sharks sign Evander Kane to 7-year-deal, Sabres get 1st round pick
'However, the selection is lottery protected so if the Sharks don't make the playoffs next year, the Sabres selection moves to 2020 according to the Associated Press.' … [Read more...] about Sharks sign Evander Kane to 7-year-deal, Sabres get 1st round pick
Sabres sign Rasmus Asplund to three-year, entry-level deal
'The deal carries a cap hit of $845,000 per season, a source told The News. Asplund would earn $742,500 this season, $867,500 in 2019-20 and $925,000 in 2020-21.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Rasmus Asplund to three-year, entry-level deal
Swedish team tweets farewell video for Sabres signee Pilut
'The Swedish notation in the tweet is translated, "Thank you Lawrence for your time in #HV71"' … [Read more...] about Swedish team tweets farewell video for Sabres signee Pilut
Kim Pegula says she stepped in as Bills, Sabres president to bring stability
''Laughing, she added, “Actually, I think it was a jump down — from owner to president. But we said, 'Who else is going to be (better) able to guide the organizations with leadership, vision, what we want to do in the future than ownership itself?' So just completely cutting off a layer of that decision-making process. It just made sense to us that I would take on that role.”'' … [Read more...] about Kim Pegula says she stepped in as Bills, Sabres president to bring stability
Kim Pegula breaks silence on Russ Brandon departure
'“I was very disheartened because, obviously, we had put him in a high position of president of both teams and PSE,” Pegula said. “So when you put that amount of confidence in somebody and you are expecting them to do a job worthy of that title, and that’s not what you're getting back, it’s always disheartening.' … [Read more...] about Kim Pegula breaks silence on Russ Brandon departure
Sabres sign prospect Rasmus Asplund to entry-level contract
'The Swede compiled 20 goals and 62 points in 170 career SHL contests over parts of four campaigns.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign prospect Rasmus Asplund to entry-level contract
Sabres sign 2016 2nd-round pick Asplund to 3-year contract
'Asplund joins what’s becoming a Swedish invasion on a Buffalo team that includes prospects Alex Nylander, Lawrence Pilut and Victor Olofsson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2016 2nd-round pick Asplund to 3-year contract
Sabres sign Asplund to entry-level contract
'Buffalo's second round pick (33rd overall) in the 2016 NHL Draft has also represented Sweden in the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship back in 2016 and 2017. In 14 games played with Sweden in Finland and Canada, Asplund scored four goals and registered 12 points playing as a second / third line center role.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Asplund to entry-level contract
Sabres sign Rasmus Asplund to three-year, entry-level deal
'That said, this is a very nice addition for the Sabres organization. Asplund could immediately make an impact in Rochester next season and could end up in Buffalo if he has a strong offseason or start with the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Rasmus Asplund to three-year, entry-level deal