'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.' … [Read more...] about Jake McCabe, Sabres exchange salary figures entering arbitration hearing
Archives for 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.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: Will Ralph Krueger have enough talent for a playoff push?
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.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres, Jake McCabe nearly $2.5 million apart before arbitration
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.' … [Read more...] about Sabres far apart with arbitration numbers for Ullmark and McCabe
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."' … [Read more...] about Davidsson following path of fellow Sweden-born prospects with Sabres
Remi Elie, Sabres agree on one-year, two-way contract worth $700,000
'Elie, a second-round draft pick in 2013, had seven goals among 21 points in 90 games over parts of two seasons in Dallas, though he has shown promise while competing in the AHL. He had 17 goals among 36 points in 121 games with the Texas Stars, Dallas' AHL affiliate, from 2015-18.' … [Read more...] about Remi Elie, Sabres agree on one-year, two-way contract worth $700,000
The streak, the skid, the injury scare: Jeff Skinner's first year in Buffalo
'Here is a look at 10 moments that have defined his first 12 months in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about The streak, the skid, the injury scare: Jeff Skinner’s first year in Buffalo
Sabres re-sign Remi Elie to one-year, two-way contract
'Elie had a one-way contract worth $735,000 last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Remi Elie to one-year, two-way contract
Sabres, Elie agree to one-year contract
'Elie will look to compete for a roster spot in Buffalo during training camp and the preseason, but it is likely that he will end up with the Amerks for a good portion of the 2019-20 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Elie agree to one-year contract
Sabres, Elie agree to 1-year contract
'Elie (6'1", 215 lbs., 4/16/1995) appeared in 16 games with the Sabres in 2018-19 after the team claimed him off waivers from the Dallas Stars in October. He also played 25 regular-season AHL games and three playoff games with the Rochester Americans, totaling 14 points (8+6) in those contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Elie agree to 1-year contract
Report: Linus Ullmark, Sabres almost $2 million apart entering arbitration hearing
'Ullmark, who counted $750,000 against the salary cap in 2018-19, played a career-high 37 games with the Sabres last season, when he finished with a .905 save percentage and 3.31 goals-against average. He spent most of the season as Hutton's backup, though he emerged as the possible starter following the All-Star break. Hutton, who signed a three-year, $8.75 million contract … [Read more...] about Report: Linus Ullmark, Sabres almost $2 million apart entering arbitration hearing
Report: Sabres, Linus Ullmark nearly $2 million apart before arbitration hearing
'The Sabres offered Ullmark $800,000, while the Swede countered with $2.65 million, Friedman tweeted this morning.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres, Linus Ullmark nearly $2 million apart before arbitration hearing
New Sabres store stocks nostalgia
'Stocked on the shelves are three hats with the black and red color scheme. The logo has been affectionately dubbed the "goat head" and was worn from 1996 - 2006.' … [Read more...] about New Sabres store stocks nostalgia
Samuelsson earning his way with Sabres
'"It was super cool. Coach [Andy] Murray told me a couple of days before they announced it that they wanted me to wear a letter," Samuelsson said during Sabres development camp in June. "It's not common for a sophomore to wear a letter in college, so it's super special to me. I'm going to play the same style of game with or without one, but to know that coaches look at me as a … [Read more...] about Samuelsson earning his way with Sabres
Mike Bales' objective: Make Sabres goalies 'best version of themselves'
'"Both are very talented guys," Bales, who spent the past two seasons in Carolina, told The Buffalo News in a recent phone interview. "They play a little bit differently from each other. At the end of the day, you’re trying to get that consistency out of them. There’s ebb and flows to the season. Everybody has highs and everybody has lows. It’s limiting those peaks and valleys … [Read more...] about Mike Bales’ objective: Make Sabres goalies ‘best version of themselves’