'NHL Central Scouting ranked Guenther fifth in its final list of North American skaters for the 2021 draft, meaning he will likely be among the top picks July 23.' … [Read more...] about Dylan Guenther could be too talented for Sabres to pass up at NHL Draft
Archives for July 2021
Pagnotta: Sabres, Kraken have had discussions about Kyle Okposo
'"They're not in cap trouble, but I think they would like to be in a position somehow to alleviate a little bit of that cap pressure to allow them to make some other moves," Pagnotta said. "So I think there has been a discussion with Seattle with respect to Kyle Okposo. I don't know if it's gotten anywhere, but I know that there's been some type of discussion from the … [Read more...] about Pagnotta: Sabres, Kraken have had discussions about Kyle Okposo
Eichel: "It would be pretty cool" to play for Bruins
'Eichel, a native of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, discussed the possibility of of playing for his hometown team in a segment called "Zip Trip."' … [Read more...] about Eichel: “It would be pretty cool” to play for Bruins
Jack Eichel Thinks It Would Be ‘Pretty Cool’ To Play For Hometown Bruins
'“Every kid grows up dreaming of playing for their hometown team. Whether that happens now, later in my career. Who knows if it ever happens. It would be pretty cool, but who knows what’s gonna happen here in the next little bit.”' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel Thinks It Would Be ‘Pretty Cool’ To Play For Hometown Bruins
Jack Eichel: 'It would be pretty cool' to play for Bruins at some point
'Eichel, 24, has spent six years with the Sabres and has yet to make a single playoff appearance. He has repeatedly expressed frustration over the team's lack of success, with a trade becoming increasingly likely and perhaps inevitable in the process.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel: ‘It would be pretty cool’ to play for Bruins at some point
Hamilton: Sabres must be smart, not flashy, with key offseason moves
'After the draft, the NHL begins free agency on July 28. That pretty much never works out for the Sabres. I would stay away from the high-end guys, or you wind up with contracts like Jeff Skinner or Matt Moulson.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Sabres must be smart, not flashy, with key offseason moves
Direction of Buffalo Sabres could be determined during busy month of July
'“It is a unique year because obviously expansion is something that doesn't happen that often or whatever how many times over the years, this has happened,” Adams told The Buffalo News last month. “It does create a pressure point of decisions that have to be made, but it doesn't mean you have to make bad decisions. It just means that, hey, these decisions are coming. You’re … [Read more...] about Direction of Buffalo Sabres could be determined during busy month of July
Owen Power wants to play one more season at Michigan before making jump to NHL
'Many fans are convinced that Power wants nothing to do with the Sabres and he’s going to play all four years at Michigan and give up all that money just to spite the team. No first overall pick in the draft has ever done that, and Power said he has a definite plan that is not playing four years of college hockey.' … [Read more...] about Owen Power wants to play one more season at Michigan before making jump to NHL
Power to interview with Sabres, projected No. 1 pick in 2021 NHL Draft
'Reiterating what he told NHL Network on June 11, Power said Tuesday he plans to return to Michigan next season but hasn't made a final decision. He previously said he had interviewed with 10-15 NHL teams, including the Kraken.' … [Read more...] about Power to interview with Sabres, projected No. 1 pick in 2021 NHL Draft
Sabres to meet with presumed No. 1 pick Owen Power as draft prep intensifies
'William Eklund, a talented 18-year-old winger from Sweden regarded as the top European skater, is expected to speak to Sabres brass on Wednesday. Adams and his scouting staff, led by associate general manager Jason Karmanos, are casting a wide net as they decide who to select first overall.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to meet with presumed No. 1 pick Owen Power as draft prep intensifies
Owen Power to meet with Sabres this week, might return to Michigan
'Right now, Power, who could be selected first overall by the Buffalo Sabres on July 23, said he’s “leaning toward” returning to Ann Arbor before turning pro after his sophomore season. Can you blame him?' … [Read more...] about Owen Power to meet with Sabres this week, might return to Michigan
The Sabres Just Made a Sneaky-Good Hire
'How important was this hire for Buffalo? According to the insider I spoke to, the Sabres haven't been on the vanguard of analytics compared to some other franchises in the league, but getting Ventura on board with Karmanos certainly aims them in the right direction. The Sabres also have Jason Nightingale in a dual analytics/scouting role, but the team is still building up its … [Read more...] about The Sabres Just Made a Sneaky-Good Hire
Sabres hiring Sam Ventura to lead GM Kevyn Adams' analytics department
'Ventura’s independent, public analytics work caught the eye of current Sabres associate general manager Jason Karmanos, who hired Ventura as a consultant for the Penguins in 2015. Ventura eventually ascended to the Penguins’ director of analytics. He was promoted to his most recent role in 2020, which included responsibilities in player development and scouting. Ventura’s … [Read more...] about Sabres hiring Sam Ventura to lead GM Kevyn Adams’ analytics department
Sabres name Sam Ventura VP of hockey strategy and research
'Ventura earned a bachelor’s degree in computational finance and statistics, a master’s in statistics and doctorate in statistics from Carnegie Mellon University. He also served as an assistant coach for the men’s hockey team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres name Sam Ventura VP of hockey strategy and research
Penguins analytics guru Sam Ventura hired away by Buffalo Sabres
'The Swissvale native, who graduated from Woodland Hills High School and holds a PhD from Carnegie Mellon, will now serve as the Buffalo Sabres’ vice president of hockey strategy and research. While the move will take Ventura away from his hometown and the team he grew up rooting for, it does create a reunion. Jason Karmanos was the one who initially brought Ventura into the … [Read more...] about Penguins analytics guru Sam Ventura hired away by Buffalo Sabres