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Archives for July 31, 2021

Sabres captain Jack Eichel's agents say they thought team doctors approved surgery

'"What is being left out of the discussion is that Jack would be able to play in the NHL for the start of the season pending medical clearance if he were allowed to have the surgery he desires even as of this date. Repeated requests have been made to the Sabres since early June to no avail. This process is stopping Jack from playing in the NHL and it is not working."' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain Jack Eichel’s agents say they thought team doctors approved surgery

Buffalo News | Jul 31, 2021

Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund to two-year deal, also sign forward Ryan MacInnis

'Asplund, 23, posted career highs in games played (28), goals (7), assists (4) and points (11) for the Sabres during the 2020-21 season while getting regular minutes under coach Don Granato. He can play center or wing. After starting the season on the taxi squad, Asplund progressed all the way up the lineup to getting some top-six minutes in the Sabres' injury riddled alignment … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund to two-year deal, also sign forward Ryan MacInnis

Buffalo News | Jul 31, 2021

Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund, ink Ryan MacInnis

'After spending much of the season on the taxi squad, the 5-foot-11, 189-pound Asplund enjoyed regular duty over the final weeks, averaging about 15 minutes of ice time a game on a scoring line.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund, ink Ryan MacInnis

Olean Times Herald | Jul 31, 2021

In Will Butcher, Sabres add intriguing talent to blue line for nothing

'The Sabres’ old regime pursued Butcher in 2017 after he passed on signing with the Colorado Avalanche, the team that drafted him in the fifth round in 2013, 123rd overall. He was even photographed carrying a Sabres equipment bag after visiting the team.' … [Read more...] about In Will Butcher, Sabres add intriguing talent to blue line for nothing

Olean Times Herald | Jul 31, 2021

Jack Eichel’s agents upset with Sabres, want client to have neck surgery

'According to the agents, after the conservative rehabilitation period the Sabres and Eichel’s camp agreed to ended in early June, the team’s medical staff determined surgery was required.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s agents upset with Sabres, want client to have neck surgery

Olean Times Herald | Jul 31, 2021

Sullivan: Adams, Biles, Beasley miss the mark during busy week

'The truth is, the player holds the big cards in these scenarios. Eichel did the team no favors by asking for a trade with his health in question. That doesn’t mean it’ll be good for the team to have a disgruntled Eichel around a bunch of impressionable young guys in a transitional year.' … [Read more...] about Sullivan: Adams, Biles, Beasley miss the mark during busy week

Niagara Gazette | Jul 31, 2021

‘The process is not working,’ Jack Eichel’s agents say, with their client still stuck with the Sabres

'It was an unusual statement given that medical matters like this are usually kept under wraps, and revealing that Eichel wants to have surgery on his neck could be a disincentive for teams considering taking on his $10-million (U.S.) annual cap hit. The Rangers were rumoured to be a leading candidate, but nothing has happened on that front. Minnesota seemed to be a fit, but … [Read more...] about ‘The process is not working,’ Jack Eichel’s agents say, with their client still stuck with the Sabres

Toronto Star | Jul 31, 2021

Eichel’s rift with Sabres deepens in contradicting GM Adams

'The feud between the Sabres and Eichel continues to escalate since the captain revealed in May what he called “a disconnect” with the team over how to treat the injury. He said the disagreement was leading him to question his future with the team.' … [Read more...] about Eichel’s rift with Sabres deepens in contradicting GM Adams

AP | Jul 31, 2021

Jack Eichel's agents blast Sabres for handling of neck injury: 'process is not working'

'On Friday, his agents stressed that they believe the actions of the Sabres are hindering his ability to continue his career in any capacity.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s agents blast Sabres for handling of neck injury: ‘process is not working’

The Sporting News | Jul 31, 2021

Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund

'The Sabres traded up five places in 2016 to draft Asplund with the 33rd overall pick.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund

WGR-AM | Jul 31, 2021

Jack Eichel's agents express their displeasure in a statement

'The Sabres are not commenting on this.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s agents express their displeasure in a statement

WGR-AM | Jul 31, 2021

"The process isn't working", Eichel's agents respond to GM Kevyn Adams

'What is being left out of the discussion is that Jack would be able to play in the NHL for the start of the season pending medical clearance if he were allowed to have the surgery he desires even as of this date. Repeated requests have been made to the Sabres since early June to no avail. This process is stopping Jack from playing in the NHL and it is not working."' … [Read more...] about “The process isn’t working”, Eichel’s agents respond to GM Kevyn Adams

WKBW-TV | Jul 31, 2021

Sabres sign Asplund to two-year deal

'Asplund, 23, is coming his best season in the NHL. In 28 games played, the Sabres forward socred seven goals and added four assists for 11 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Asplund to two-year deal

WKBW-TV | Jul 31, 2021

UPL could compete for starting goaltender job in training camp

'It could actually be a four-man race involving Anderson, Dell, Dustin Tokarski and young goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. While some might have considered UPL to be a guy to look at down the road, Adams isn’t counting the 22-year-old out of the race for the number one goalie.' … [Read more...] about UPL could compete for starting goaltender job in training camp

WIVB-TV | Jul 31, 2021

Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund

'The Buffalo Sabres have re-signed forward Rasmus Asplund to a two-year contract. Per Buffalo, the new deal is worth $825,000. The 23-year-old has only 57 games played at the NHL professional level and is trending in the right direction in terms of development.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Rasmus Asplund

WGRZ-TV | Jul 31, 2021
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