'The Sabres are expected to sign Power to an entry-level contract at the end of the 2021-22 season. Neither the Sabres nor Michigan have announced Power's plan.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ No. 1 pick Owen Power to return to Michigan for sophomore season
Archives for August 20, 2021
Report: Sabres prospect Owen Power to return to Michigan for sophomore year
'Power has said he will likely turn pro after his sophomore year. He could sign his entry-level contract with the Sabres late in the 2021-22 season.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres prospect Owen Power to return to Michigan for sophomore year
Reports: Owen Power, No. 1 overall pick in NHL draft, to return to Michigan for sophomore season
'In returning to Michigan, Power is the first No. 1 pick since 2006 to opt for at least one extra year of collegiate hockey before turning pro. The St. Louis Blues picked defenseman Erik Johnson first overall in the 2006 draft, and Johnson spent a season at the University of Minnesota before making his debut with the Blues a year later.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Owen Power, No. 1 overall pick in NHL draft, to return to Michigan for sophomore season
AP source: NHL top draft pick, Power, returning to Michigan
'The 18-year-old from Mississauga, Ontario, cited numerous reasons for playing one more season at Ann Arbor, including wanting more time to develop and having the opportunity to enjoy a normal college year on campus minus COVID-19 restrictions. Power was also motivated by the chance to compete for a Frozen Four title after Michigan’s season ended abruptly when the No. 2-seeded … [Read more...] about AP source: NHL top draft pick, Power, returning to Michigan
Sabres No. 1 pick Owen Power reportedly heading back to Michigan
'Returning to Michigan — while a bit unprecedented, as most No. 1 picks head to the NHL ranks — makes the most sense. The Sabres are a team struggling to figure itself out (see: Jack Eichel; see: Rasmus Dahlin still not signed; see: the team is rebuilding) and will likely battle for the top pick again in 2022.' … [Read more...] about Sabres No. 1 pick Owen Power reportedly heading back to Michigan
Granato: 'I just don't like drama'
'"I will stay out of any of the stuff that you would read between the management and the player any time unless I was asked. If I was asked to be involved in it, I would," Granato said during an appearance on the "Cam and Strick Podcast" with former NHLer Cam Janssen and St. Louis Blues rinkside reporter Andy Strickland. "I'm not asked to be involved in this one, and that's … [Read more...] about Granato: ‘I just don’t like drama’
Report: Owen Power returning to Michigan for sophomore season
'This comes as no surprise that the 18-year-old would return to Michigan. He told me before he was drafted that he wanted the whole college experience, which included playing in a full Yost Arena and going to class.' … [Read more...] about Report: Owen Power returning to Michigan for sophomore season
Buffalo Sabres goalie Aaron Dell unveils bison-themed pads
'The pads were designed by 2D and 3D generalist Chance Clark.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres goalie Aaron Dell unveils bison-themed pads
Report: Sabres top pick to return to Michigan
'GM Kevyn Adams had indicated he would not rush Power or any other prospect into the NHL, saying the focus will remain on long term development.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres top pick to return to Michigan
Hamilton Take2: What's the holdup in dealing Jack Eichel?
'The worst thing Adams can do is let Eichel anywhere near this team. The last thing the young players need is to listen to a disgruntled captain go on about his situation and the team. Adams said he would be fine if Eichel were at training camp, but if he really is, then he’s pretty naïve. It would be an utter disaster.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: What’s the holdup in dealing Jack Eichel?