‘The 25-year-old has six seasons of NHL experience, and was selected in the first round (17th overall) of the 2013 draft by Ottawa. Lazar played two-plus seasons in Ottawa, before being traded to Calgary.’
Archives for September 2020
Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to two-year contract extension
‘After a brief return to the Amerks, Lazar was called back up to Buffalo in late December, where he became a permanent fixture in the team’s bottom-six group of forwards. He became one of Buffalo’s best players in the faceoff circle as the season went on, taking key draws on the penalty kill, power play, and in late-game situations and overtimes.’
Sabres’ plan at center becoming more clear with Lazar signing
‘Lazar, on paper, should be the Sabres’ fourth line center to open the season. With Staal likely as the second line center, that leaves just one spot open.’
Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to two-year deal
‘In 38 games with the Sabres last season, Lazar scored five goals and added five assists. A former first-round pick in 2013, Lazar played up and down the Sabres lineup and is a versatile player who should once again find a role playing on the third or fourth line.’
Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to two year contract
‘Lazar played in 38 games for the Sabres in 2019-20, and set career-high marks in faceoff percentage and goals per game, while tying his career high points per game. Lazar finished the season with five goals, five assists, and 10 points.’
Hamilton: Evaluating the impact of the Sabres’ self-imposed budget
‘Going into this season, I see a team that could include Dylan Cozens, Tage Thompson, Dominik Kahun, Casey Mittelstadt, Will Borgen, Curtis Lazar and Arttu Ruotsalainen. None of those players should cost over $1 million in actual salary.’
Sabres sign Lazar to 2-year contract
‘”Curtis established himself as an important player for the organization last season and we’re excited to see him stay with the Sabres for the next two seasons,” general manager Kevyn Adams said in a statement. “His abilities as a player and character as a person make him a perfect fit for the Buffalo Sabres organization on and off the ice.”‘
Sabres notes: Eric Staal’s acquisition helps Kevyn Adams establish credibility
‘“These decisions don’t get made in a vacuum, I would say that as well,” he said. “There’s a lot of work in terms of the player, watching and making sure you know exactly where their game is at.”’
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Sabres acquire Eric Staal, but what else is on offseason to-do list?
‘Additionally, Adams saved money by parting with Marcus Johansson’s $4.5 million salary for next season and there’s minimal risk since Staal will play on an expiring contract that will count only $3.25 million against the cap. The Sabres won’t have to rush Dylan Cozens or Casey Mittelstadt into a prominent role, and Adams now has flexibility to address significant holes.’