‘Olofsson, a 25-year-old who scored 20 goals in 2019-20, was named Monday to the NHL All-Rookie Team, joining Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis Merzlikins, Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes, Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar, Chicago Blackhawks winger Dominik Kubalik and Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki.’
Archives for September 22, 2020
Sabres loan prospect Oskari Laaksonen to Finnish team until camp starts
‘Oskari Laaksonen, a defenseman whom the Sabres drafted in the third round in 2017, has been loaned to the Lahden Pelicans of Liiga in Finland, the team announced Monday. Laaksonen signed an entry-level contract with the Sabres in June and is expected to spend this season with the Rochester Americans.’
Sabres’ Victor Olofsson named to NHL’s All-Rookie Team
‘Olofsson’s goal total ranked second among rookies, trailing only Chicago Blackhawks winger Dominik Kabulik, who scored 30 times.’
Sabres loan Laaksonen to Pelicans in Finnish Liiga
‘He will likely return to the Sabres once training camp officially opens later this year.’
Eichel finishes 8th in voting for Hart Trophy
‘Last season with the Sabres, Eichel finished with 78 points [36 goals, 42 assists] in 68 games played. His 8th place finish was the highest for a Sabre since 2004 when goaltender Ryan Miller finished 4th in voting. It’s the highest finish for a Sabres forward since Pat LaFontaine finished 3rd in voting in 1992-1993.’
Victor Olofsson named to NHL All-Rookie Team
‘Olofsson made NHL history in his first season in the league by becoming the first player to score each of his first eight goals in a power play.’