'Savoie, who was ranked by NHL Central Scouting as the fourth-best North American skater in the draft, likely has the shortest timeline to join the young core in Buffalo. The 18-year-old totaled 41 goals and 102 points in 75 games between the regular season and playoffs for the Ice. Listed at 5-foot-9, he is a dynamic skater and playmaker with the ability to play center or … [Read more...] about Matthew Savoie headlines Sabres’ three-pick, first-round haul at NHL Draft
Archives for July 8, 2022
Inside the NHL: Sabres keep pushing for speed and skill by taking three centers in the first round
'Centers generally can play wing but wingers often struggle at center, so the Sabres stayed down the middle with their three picks Thursday night. It wasn't hard to find observers impressed with the Sabres' three picks all being centers in Matthew Savoie of Winnipeg (No. 9), Noah Ostlund of Sweden (16) and Jiri Kulich of Czechia (28).' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Sabres keep pushing for speed and skill by taking three centers in the first round
Five things to know about Sabres' No. 9 draft pick Matthew Savoie
'Savoie, while playing for Winnipeg, suffered a shoulder injury in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals and did not take part in the drills at the combine in Buffalo last month. He did attend and do interviews with teams. He's regained full movement and expected to return to skating as early as next week.' … [Read more...] about Five things to know about Sabres’ No. 9 draft pick Matthew Savoie
Five things to know about Sabres' No. 16 pick Noah Ostlund
'Ostlund has found the back of the net many times throughout his growing career, but excels in his hockey IQ. He joins Buffalo after being listed second in most primary assists in draft eligible J20 Nationell with 16.' … [Read more...] about Five things to know about Sabres’ No. 16 pick Noah Ostlund
Five things to know about Sabres' No. 28 pick Jiri Kulich
'Kulich's biggest offensive showing during the IIHF World Championships came on the power play, scoring seven of his nine goals a man up.' … [Read more...] about Five things to know about Sabres’ No. 28 pick Jiri Kulich
Sabres add centers, draft Matthew Savoie, Noah Ostlund and Jiri Kulich
'“It’s a critical position,” Adams said of center after the first round ended Thursday inside the Bell Centre. “You can move guys to the wing. It’s a lot more challenging to move from wing to center. So … really, the top NHL teams, you have good centermen, and we feel that we added some talent to our lineup.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres add centers, draft Matthew Savoie, Noah Ostlund and Jiri Kulich
Reports: Sabres pursued trade for Senators goalie Matt Murray
'The Senators would’ve retained some of Murray’s salary and given the Sabres the seventh overall pick in tonight’s NHL Draft in exchange for the 16th selection, according to TSN’s Darren Dreger.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Sabres pursued trade for Senators goalie Matt Murray
Sabres snatch Savoie at 9 in NHL Draft
'Savoie is a speedy, dynamic playmaker who dominated the Western Hockey League with 35 goals and 55 assists for 90 points in 65 games. Due to Savoie’s small stature, some speculate he will shift to the wing, but one thing is for certain he will be an offensive weapon Buffalo can add to the pipeline.' … [Read more...] about Sabres snatch Savoie at 9 in NHL Draft
NHL Draft: Buffalo takes former Fighting Saint Matthew Savoie 9th overall
'“It’s definitely a first-class organization,” Savoie said during his media availability. “They have a ton of good young players and good prospects, as well as good leadership, good veteran guys. They’re definitely moving in the right direction, and I’m really happy to be going there."' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft: Buffalo takes former Fighting Saint Matthew Savoie 9th overall
Sabres select Matthew Savoie with ninth pick in 2022 NHL Draft
'The St. Albert, Alberta native was one of the top-10 scorers in the WHL last season with 35 goals and 55 assists for 90 points in 65 games, helping the Ice win 53 of their 68 games last year. The Ice fell short in the Conference Final Round of the WHL playoffs, losing in five games to the Edmonton Oil Kings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Matthew Savoie with ninth pick in 2022 NHL Draft
Sabres draft Noah Östlund 16th overall in 2022 NHL Draft
'The 5-foot-11 center played 32 games this past season in the J20 Nationell junior league in Sweden with Djurgårdens IF. In those contests, Östlund tallied nine goals and 33 assists for a total of 42 points. Along with his time in the Swedish junior league, he played 15 international games for team Sweden at the U-18 level, recording 13 points (5+8).' … [Read more...] about Sabres draft Noah Östlund 16th overall in 2022 NHL Draft
Sabres select Jiri Kulich with 28th pick in 2022 NHL Draft
'The Kadan, Czechia native played a large majority of his 2021-22 season in his home country's top professional league with HC Energie Karlovy Vary. In 49 games played, Kulich had nine goals and five assists for 14 points. Along with his play in the domestic leagues, Kulich played 16 total games at the U-18 International level with Czechia, where he excelled with 17 goals and … [Read more...] about Sabres select Jiri Kulich with 28th pick in 2022 NHL Draft
Kevyn Adams proud of Sabres' Day 1 of NHL Draft
'“It was a very good day for our organization," said Adams looking back on his Round 1. "I feel really strongly that we got players that we believe in. They all have different attributes, but very, very competitive players with speed. But guys that we think are Sabres, and they’re going to help us."' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams proud of Sabres’ Day 1 of NHL Draft
The Pick is in: Buffalo Sabres select Matthew Savoie with 9th overall pick
'Last season, he led the team with 35 goals and 55 assists but his time was cut short after a shoulder injury kept him out of the team's final few games. He was also unable to work out at the combine but the tape and his teammate's words speak volumes about what he can do.' … [Read more...] about The Pick is in: Buffalo Sabres select Matthew Savoie with 9th overall pick
NHL Draft 2022 Prospect Profile: Matthew Savoie
'He always looked up to his brother Carter who just signed his rookie contract with Minnesota. But while he's proud of his brother's accomplishments, Savoie tries to model his game after Brayden Point. Who he sees a lot of himself in.' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft 2022 Prospect Profile: Matthew Savoie