‘Borgen’s departure, and Ristolainen’s potential exit, creates a significant need on defense for Buffalo. As of now, Miller and Henri Jokiharju are the only right-shot defensemen projected to be on Buffalo’s roster this season. The Sabres also have prospect Oskari Laaksonen in Rochester.’
Archives for July 22, 2021
Jack Eichel’s neck surgery figures into his trade status. Here’s why
‘Far less has been made of this certainty: Unless the herniated disc in Eichel’s neck has completely healed, the star player, the team where he lands and its fans may have to deal with an injury that could keep him sidelined for more than half a year.’
NHL Draft: Sabres could land Hedman-type defenseman with Owen Power
‘Still, hulking defensemen in their teens – at 6-foot-6 and 213 pounds, Power already possesses a man’s body – are usually at least a little raw.’
Sabres notes: Kraken take Will Borgen in NHL Expansion Draft
‘Borgen registered zero points and four penalty minutes in 14 career appearances with the Sabres. After leaving St. Cloud State following his junior season, Borgen compiled four goals, 25 points and 130 penalty minutes for the Rochester Americans.’
Moorhead graduate Will Borgen selected by Seattle Kraken in NHL Expansion Draft
‘The former Spuds and Buffalo Sabres defenseman was selected by the Seattle Kraken in the NHL Expansion Draft on Wednesday. He was among 30 players selected by the first-year franchise.’
Whicker: Jack Eichel’s unhappiness could become the Kings’ delight
‘By the end of 2021, Anze Kopitar will be 34, Drew Doughty 32 and Dustin Brown 37. Eichel turns 25 in October. He could bridge the Kings’ generation gap, bring back customers, and become a rallying point for the kids on the verge. It also would cheer up Doughty, who has made it clear that he’s tired of waiting for tomorrow.’
Could the Wild or Avalanche Become Suitors for Eichel?
‘The Sabres seek all futures from the Wild, which Russo believes could include top prospects Marco Rossi and Matt Boldy plus two first-round picks. Eichel’s $10-million annual salary-cap hit through 2025-26 means the Sabres must take back a significant salary from the Wild or a third team gets involved as a third-party broker.’
Report: Seattle selects Will Borgen in Expansion Draft
‘Adams must have some very good offers for Rasmus Ristolainen, because he chose to keep that asset and lose Borgen in the Expansion Draft.’
Report: Sabres lose Will Borgen in expansion draft to Seattle
‘Borgen has not registered a point in the NHL, but is a strong in the defensive zone and boasts exceptional physicality.’
Report: Sabres to lose Will Borgen to Seattle
‘The Sabres drafted Borgen in the fourth round back in 2015, and he has developed into a versatile defenseman that would interest many teams. He seemed to be part of the group of young players that Adams and newly appointed head coach Don Granato are set to move forward with.’