'“Buffalo, that kind of stuff, that’s in the past. Obviously thought maybe I would be in the NHL sooner than I have been, but I’m just really excited, looking forward to being part of the Blackhawks organization,” Nylander said. “Really good with development players, so they actually know what they’re doing.”' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks acquire F Alex Nylander in trade with Sabres
Archives for 2019
Blackhawks trade defenseman Henri Jokiharju to Sabres for Alexander Nylander
'While Nylander could benefit from relocating now that Buffalo's offense features both young and established talents like Jack Eichel, Jeff Skinner, Sam Reinhart and Casey Mittelstadt, the Sabres have warranted early praise for the swap.' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks trade defenseman Henri Jokiharju to Sabres for Alexander Nylander
Sabres add to defensive depth, acquire Henri Jokiharju from Blackhawks for Alexander Nylander
'Chicago may have lost a promising defensive prospect, but in return, they get a versatile winger who can play the left or right side and is still developing his all-around game; he is expected to become a secondary scorer with a lot of upside.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add to defensive depth, acquire Henri Jokiharju from Blackhawks for Alexander Nylander
Blackhawks send Jokiharju to Sabres for Nylander in surprising prospect swap
' Jokiharju was solid with Chicago prior to the World Junior Championship over the winter, but was sent down to Rockford afterwards to get further seasoning. However, the Blackhawks’ acquisitions of Olli Maatta and Calvin de Haan meant Jokiharju wasn’t guaranteed a spot with the big club. He now has the opportunity to step into a spot on a Sabres team that’s still rebuilding … [Read more...] about Blackhawks send Jokiharju to Sabres for Nylander in surprising prospect swap
Sabres acquire D Henri Jokihajru from Chicago for RW Alex Nylander
'Jokiharju, 20, was a first round pick (29th overall) by the Blackhawks in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. Jokiharju made his NHL debut last season in his first season as a professional, playing in 38 games for Chicago, with 12 assists while averaging 18:59 in ice time per game. Jokiharju also played 30 games for Rockford in the AHL, recording 17 points (2 goals, 15 assists) before … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire D Henri Jokihajru from Chicago for RW Alex Nylander
Sabres trade Alex Nylander to Blackhawks for Henri Jokiharju
'To get back a 20-year-old defenseman with upside is a great haul for Jason Botterill. After sending a few texts to some people around the league the consensus is that Jokiharju is a solid addition for the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Alex Nylander to Blackhawks for Henri Jokiharju
Sabres trade former top 10 pick Alex Nylander
'Nylander was drafted No. 8 overall during the 2016 NHL Entry Draft, which was held in Buffalo. He had spent much of his time in Rochester, but was called up for 19 total games over the past three seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade former top 10 pick Alex Nylander
Sabres acquire Henri Jokiharju from Blackhawks
'Drafted by Chicago in the first round (29th overall) of the 2017 NHL Draft, Jokiharju was named to the Western Conference Second All-Star Team in 2018 after recording 71 points (12+59) in 63 games for the Portland Winterhawks (WHL). He posted 119 points (21+98) in 134 career WHL games before making his professional debut last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Henri Jokiharju from Blackhawks
Ralph Krueger's vision, young talent attracted Marcus Johansson to Sabres
'"Talking to him, first of all he seems like a really, really good person and seems like a good coach, a players’ coach," Johansson said of Krueger during a conference call Monday. "Very welcoming right from the start. I think the ideas he has and the way he wants to play hockey, too, for the younger guys is exciting. It’s something I’m excited to be a part of, too."' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger’s vision, young talent attracted Marcus Johansson to Sabres
Marcus Johansson excited about Sabres’ future: ‘It’s going to go well’
'“We didn’t really discuss that too much,” Johansson said on a conference call Monday. “I think wherever I can help and play I’m here for it and whatever they need me to do. I’ve played both. I’ve played mostly left wing over the last however many years, but whatever they need me to do I’m up for it.”' … [Read more...] about Marcus Johansson excited about Sabres’ future: ‘It’s going to go well’
Johansson liked what Buffalo had to offer
'"I think with talking to [head coach] Ralph [Krueger] and [general manager] Jason [Botterill], I like what Buffalo has going," Johansson said to the Buffalo media on Monday via a conference call. "I think talking to Ralph, he has some really good ideas on how to play, and it's a really young and exciting team I'm looking forward to it, and once I came down to it, I was really … [Read more...] about Johansson liked what Buffalo had to offer
Beninati: There's a lot to like about Marcus Johansson
'“As his career has gone on and he’s matured, I think he’s become much less of a perimeter player,” Beninati said with Howard Simon and Sal Capaccio on Monday. “When he was younger, he was playing on the peripheral a lot; he wouldn’t get his nose dirty. I think as his career has gone along and he’s matured, I think he’s found a real nice home on the wing. He’s become more … [Read more...] about Beninati: There’s a lot to like about Marcus Johansson
Johansson excited to join Sabres
'“The biggest thing is being comfortable and open in the locker room,” he said. “It’s got to be a positive vibe and want to move forward together. It’s a game of mistakes and you have to be able to make mistakes and move forward and not dwell on too much that has gone wrong."' … [Read more...] about Johansson excited to join Sabres
Johansson brings playoff experience, consistency to Sabres
'"Last year they showed in the beginning of the year how capable they are of playing good hockey," he said. "You've just got to keep it at a good level throughout most of the season, through all these highs and lows. Try to keep everyone positive and keep everyone moving forward even though you have rough patches and everything.' … [Read more...] about Johansson brings playoff experience, consistency to Sabres
Sabres aiming for turnaround under new coach Krueger
'"Talking to Ralph, what our group is and what we're trying to eventually create here is having more balanced scoring throughout our four lines here," Botterill said, "and that's still something that we'll continue to look at and to see if we can continue to add to that group."' … [Read more...] about Sabres aiming for turnaround under new coach Krueger