‘Free-agent frenzy passed without the Sabres adding any high-priced free agents. Their most notable addition at forward was Vinnie Hinostroza, a fast, middle-six winger who totaled a career-high 16 goals with Arizona in 2018-19. Rather than using the club’s significant cap space – CapFriendly.com projects Buffalo with $28.06 million to spend, including Eichel’s $10 million hit – Adams prioritized adding effective role players who bring value on the ice and in the dressing room without taking opportunity away from Cozens, Mittelstadt and others.’