‘According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, McCabe’s representatives are seeking a 2019-20 salary of $4.3 million, while the Sabres want to pay him $1.95 million. An indepedent arbitrator will hear each side’s argument before rendering a verdict, which will likely result in splitting the difference.’
Archives for August 3, 2019
Sabres Mailbag: Will Ralph Krueger have enough talent for a playoff push?
‘That said, I’m not convinced the Sabres have added enough to keep up with other teams in the Eastern Conference. Think about the big-name additions made by the New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils and Florida Panthers, among others.’
Report: Sabres, Jake McCabe nearly $2.5 million apart before arbitration
‘McCabe compiled four goals, 14 points, 35 penalty minutes and a minus-4 rating in 59 games last season. In his six-year career, he has accumulated 14 goals, 61 points, 153 penalty minutes and a minus-19 rating in 274 contests.’
Sabres far apart with arbitration numbers for Ullmark and McCabe
‘Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark will speak with an independent arbiter on Friday with the hopes of getting a new contract reportedly worth $2.65 million. However, the Sabres are reportedly hoping to get Ullmark back in the fold for $800,000.’
Davidsson following path of fellow Sweden-born prospects with Sabres
‘”I’ve checked with a lot of Swedish players, how they feel, and I don’t see anything bad with staying another year at home where you feel comfortable,” Davidsson said during Sabres development camp in June. “Now I moved from my hometown to a new city. But I think it’s easier and a better step to do it in Sweden rather than going 10 hours overseas.”‘