'But it’s unclear how much money Adams will be able to spend. Although CapFriendly.com projects the Sabres to currently have $30.058 million in salary cap space, not including commitments to five restricted free agents who received qualifying offers or the $1.275 million overage from last season, TSN reported they are among a number of teams who may have an “internal budget” in … [Read more...] about Goalie, top-six forward could be on Sabres’ free agent wish list
Archives for October 9, 2020
Matteo Costantini's play with Jr. Sabres impressed Kevyn Adams, scouts
'“We talked about guys that have a desire to have an impact on the game, that are invested in their own personal development,” Crowe said during a video call Thursday. “Some of the knowledge that Matteo played in this area, (with the) Buffalo Jr. Sabres, gave us a good understanding of where he lied in those two categories. But the other thing is he’s had very good production, … [Read more...] about Matteo Costantini’s play with Jr. Sabres impressed Kevyn Adams, scouts
Sabres could be looking to add goalie through free agency or trade
'Ullmark is still a question mark. Meanwhile, Hutton, 34, is entering the final year of his contract after enduring a bizarre season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres could be looking to add goalie through free agency or trade
Reports: Sabres close to re-signing Zemgus Girgensons
'The Latvian, 26, has developed into a dogged third- or fourth-line checker capable of chipping in offense. He scored 12 goals in 69 outings – three short of his career high – before the COVID-19 pandemic ended the Sabres’ season early.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Sabres close to re-signing Zemgus Girgensons
Report: Sabres close to contract extension with Girgensons
'Chris Johnston from Sportsnet adds to the report from Lavoie, saying that Girgensons' deal with the Sabres is a three-year deal with an average annual value of $2 million.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres close to contract extension with Girgensons
Adams: 'We have to be a better matchup team' and harder to play against
'"We understand that we have to be a better matchup team and a little bit - harder to play with is such a generic hockey term, but we want to make sure that harder to play against doesn't mean the old days of running someone over or fighting. It just means attacking or taking time and space away, those type of players. When I look at our [defense], we want to make sure that … [Read more...] about Adams: ‘We have to be a better matchup team’ and harder to play against
Sabres to add Tristan Musser to scouting staff
'While the team has not announced the hiring, the Chicago Steel of the United States Hockey League announced that Musser is leaving the organization to join the Sabres. Musser was serving as the team's assistant general manager since the 2018-19 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to add Tristan Musser to scouting staff
Crowe, director of scouting, breaks down Sabres' Class of 2020
'"We also thought he was another guy that is trending positively from a growth perspective. Adding strength and size are only going to help him. He's got good speed, he has an elite shot, but he also makes a lot of plays. The versatility of his game combined with the productive output is what ultimately made him very attractive to us."' … [Read more...] about Crowe, director of scouting, breaks down Sabres’ Class of 2020