'He refined those abilities against stronger competition last season, most of which was spent playing against men in German's top pro league. He learned how to get to the net against stronger players, skills he felt translated against the best in his age group at the 2020 World Junior Championship.' … [Read more...] about Get to know JJ Peterka, the Sabres’ 2nd-round pick
Archives for October 2020
Kaleta: Costantini 'will do whatever he can' to play for Sabres
'"But that character part of his game, where that work ethic and determination and perseverance comes into play, that's why you draft a kid like that because he knows it's going to take work. He'll do whatever he can to get to the point where he puts on the actual Sabres jersey."' … [Read more...] about Kaleta: Costantini ‘will do whatever he can’ to play for Sabres
Sabres re-sign Johansson to 1-year deal
'Johansson, 25, made his NHL debut for the Sabres last season, going 1-3-1 in six appearances. He went 14-4-3 with a .921 save percentage in 22 games with the Rochester Americans, earning a spot in the AHL All-Star Classic for the first time in his career.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Johansson to 1-year deal
Sabres tender qualifying offers to 6 restricted free agents
'The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has tendered a qualifying offer to the following restricted free agents...'. … [Read more...] about Sabres tender qualifying offers to 6 restricted free agents
Sabres select Jack Quinn in Round 1: 'I'm a goal scorer'
'It wasn’t until six years ago that Quinn dedicated himself to the sport. Despite an impressive goal-scoring prowess and on-ice intelligence, Quinn was never viewed as a top prospect, not even this season when his 52-goal year with Ottawa was overshadowed by the playmaking wizardry of teammate Marco Rossi.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Jack Quinn in Round 1: ‘I’m a goal scorer’
Column: Jack Quinn made a name for himself with 52 goals, and Sabres need offense
'This organization needs more centers, but you can never have enough wingers, either. Some might call Quinn a reach, but the 19-year-old is an intriguing story.' … [Read more...] about Column: Jack Quinn made a name for himself with 52 goals, and Sabres need offense
Five things about Sabres first-round draft pick Jack Quinn
'Quinn turned 19 on Sept. 19. He missed the cutoff for last year’s draft by days and thanks to the draft being delayed from June to October by the coronavirus pandemic, he is the oldest draft-eligible player. A first-time draft-eligible player who has already turned 19 is a rarity.' … [Read more...] about Five things about Sabres first-round draft pick Jack Quinn
Sabres have decisions to make on restricted free agents with deadline looming
'Adams later denied the report during a video call with reporters, but there is reason to wonder if the Sabres will walk away from Montour, rather than risk having to pay the projected $3.525 million qualifying offer or a higher arbitration reward.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have decisions to make on restricted free agents with deadline looming
Sabres draft high-scoring winger Jack Quinn with No. 8 pick
'“Goal scorers have to have confidence, and he’s got that confidence you don’t want to misconstrue with cockiness,” said Dan Marr, the director of Central Scouting. “When he has the puck, he’s the guy you want to be shooting.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres draft high-scoring winger Jack Quinn with No. 8 pick
Top Sabres pick Jack Quinn developed rapidly during 52-goal draft season
'Just a few years ago, he looked nothing like an NHL prospect. Then Quinn started to commit himself to hockey. He focused on improving his skating, and his career began to change.' … [Read more...] about Top Sabres pick Jack Quinn developed rapidly during 52-goal draft season
Sabres notes: Virtual NHL Draft forces changes; Buffalo will pick best player
'Normally, all of the Sabres’ scouts would be gathered together for the draft. But with so many travel restrictions in place, Jeremiah Crowe, the Sabres’ new director of scouting, said the team has set up remote access for anyone who can’t make it to Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Virtual NHL Draft forces changes; Buffalo will pick best player
67's Quinn and Rossi drafted back-to-back in top 10 by Sabres, Wild
'The Sabres also only have six forwards under contract: Jack Eichel, Jeff Skinner, Kyle Okposo, Eric Staal, Tage Thompson and former Senator first rounder Curtis Lazar. Seemingly, that would bode well for Quinn’s chances of making an immediate jump to the NHL.' … [Read more...] about 67’s Quinn and Rossi drafted back-to-back in top 10 by Sabres, Wild
67's sniper Jack Quinn and his long journey to top prospect
'“The best goal scorer available in this draft,” Button called him. “He’s capable of gearing up and gearing down with his speed to create space. He reminds me of David Pastrnak in so many ways.”' … [Read more...] about 67’s sniper Jack Quinn and his long journey to top prospect
Two 67's in the top 10 picks in the NHL Draft
'At the start of the season, Quinn was not part of the discussion of first-round picks, but his offensive production has shot up his standings. Tuesday, he even edged Rossi, yet ranked well ahead of him before starting the season.' … [Read more...] about Two 67’s in the top 10 picks in the NHL Draft
Cobden’s Jack Quinn cracks top 10 NHL draft pick
'Because of COVID-19 measures, Quinn couldn’t jump on stage to don the jersey as per previous years. Instead he was at his home with mom, dad, and sister Hollie. Hockey commentators on television chuckled at the huge fish mounted on the wall behind the family, a nod to the valley roots.' … [Read more...] about Cobden’s Jack Quinn cracks top 10 NHL draft pick