'Ruotsalainen, a 22-year-old who signed with the Sabres in 2019, leads Liiga with nine goals in 10 games. He also leads the league in total faceoffs, and has won 47.4% of his draws, while averaging 20:58 of ice time. Ruotsalainen, who is listed at 5 feet, 8 inches, is expected to compete for a roster spot with Buffalo when NHL camp begins.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect report: Arttu Ruotsalainen off to strong start in Finland
Archives for October 2020
Irwin's career has been defined by team-first attitude
'"Those guys are going out almost every other shift. [When] you're in there, you're buying them some time to catch some air and you're doing your job," Irwin said. "It's nothing too flashy. You just try to keep things simple and play the minutes that you're given and embrace that. I really enjoyed that role." … [Read more...] about Irwin’s career has been defined by team-first attitude
Buffalo Sabres Re-Sign Sam Reinhart
'Really, the only question on Reinhart's end involves how much he wants to bet on himself in the future. The arrival of Hall and Staal makes Buffalo a lot more scary on offense and that could hypothetically lift up Reinhart's totals as well. If that comes to be, a long-term contract would be great for the two-way winger when he goes for his contract extension. If the 2020-21 … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Re-Sign Sam Reinhart
Sabres sign forward Sam Reinhart to one-year contract worth $5.2 million
'Though Reinhart did not receive a long-term extension, this deal sets him up for another potential raise next offseason before he is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent in 2022. Potentially playing alongside Hall and Jack Eichel on the Sabres’ top line could increase the price tag on a long-term extension for Reinhart.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign forward Sam Reinhart to one-year contract worth $5.2 million
Sabres Mailbag: Is GM Kevyn Adams done adding to the roster?
'While upgrades are unlikely, I do envision a scenario in which the Sabres part with a player for a draft pick – possibly Colin Miller or Brandon Montour to recoup a third-rounder – and give a prospect such as Will Borgen an opportunity to make this team. Adding a goalie will be difficult given the cap situation, other teams’ asking price for a starter and Carter Hutton’s $2.75 … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: Is GM Kevyn Adams done adding to the roster?
Sabres sign Sam Reinhart, Linus Ullmark to one-year contracts
'The Sabres now have $6,545,833 in salary cap space remaining, according to capfriendly.com. They still have one arbitration hearing scheduled: winger Victor Olofsson’s on Nov. 4.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Sam Reinhart, Linus Ullmark to one-year contracts
Sabres avoid arbitration with Sam Reinhart, Linus Ullmark
'Buffalo has one arbitration hearing left, on Nov. 4 with winger Victor Olofsson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres avoid arbitration with Sam Reinhart, Linus Ullmark
Sabres re-sign Sam Reinhart to one-year deal
'According to CapFriendly.com, the Sabres currently have over $9.145 million in cap space heading into the 2020-21 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Sam Reinhart to one-year deal
Sabres and Ullmark avoid arbitration, sign one-year deal
'Ullmark will likely head into the 2020-21 season as the No. 1 goaltender for the Sabres with the backup still to be determined between Carter Hutton and another possible option outside of the organization.' … [Read more...] about Sabres and Ullmark avoid arbitration, sign one-year deal
Buffalo Sabres re-sign Sam Reinhart to one-year deal worth $5.2 million
'The 24-year-old had 22 goals and 28 assists in 69 games with the Sabres last season.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres re-sign Sam Reinhart to one-year deal worth $5.2 million
Sabres re-sign Linus Ullmark to one-year deal worth $2.6M
'The $2.6 million cap hit comes up just short of fellow netminder Carter Hutton, who's due for $2.75M in the final year of his contract.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Linus Ullmark to one-year deal worth $2.6M
Sabres sign Sam Reinhart to one-year contract
'The forward has spent all six years of his NHL career with the Sabres, and he ranks second among all Sabres in total goals and points since he made his NHL debut in October 2014.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Sam Reinhart to one-year contract
Sabres, Reinhart agree to 1-year contract
'Reinhart, 24, appeared in all of the team's games for the third consecutive season in 2019-20, recording a career-best .32 goals per game. He finished the team's Golden Season with 22 goals and 50 points in 69 games. He's topped the 20-goal plateau in four of his five full NHL seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Reinhart agree to 1-year contract
Sabres sign Ullmark to 1-year deal
'Ullmark compiled a record of 17-14-3 in 34 starts in 2019-20, setting a career high in wins. He finished the season with a .915 save percentage and a 2.69 goals-against average.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Ullmark to 1-year deal
Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark reportedly seeking $4.1 million in arbitration
'According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Ullmark and the Sabres submitted arbitration figures of $4.1 million and $1.8 million, respectively, ahead of their hearing Monday. An arbitrator typically splits the difference, which would result in Ullmark receiving a salary of around $3 million for the 2020-21 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark reportedly seeking $4.1 million in arbitration