‘When the Sabres were negotiating with Kahun’s agent before the start of free agency Oct. 9, sources say the contract demand was approximately $2 million. The price tag was set high because Kahun’s camp knew it would likely receive close to that amount in salary arbitration. Remember, an independent arbitrator would issue a ruling as if the league has not been impacted financially by the pandemic.’
Archives for November 3, 2020
Sam Reinhart excited about Sabres’ moves, fine with one-year contract
‘“It’s important to use those experiences, whether they’re positive or negative ones,” Reinhart said. “As you get older and you play more years, you try to use those to your advantage. With that being said, there are a lot of new faces in the locker room and we know firsthand every year is different.”’
Kahun signs one-year deal with Oilers
‘During the offseason, the Sabres elected to not extend Kahun a qualifying offer as a restricted free agent, making him an unrestricted free agent as of Oct. 9. Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said, at the time, it was about giving the team salary cap flexibility, but that they were open to bringing him back if they could make it fit in their plans.’
‘Kahunaville’ heads west, former Buffalo Sabre Dominik Kahun reportedly signs with Edmonton Oilers
‘Kahun, 25, only played six games with the Sabres after he was acquired at the trade deadline, but had two goals and two assists during his time in Buffalo.’