'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
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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
The Pick is in: Buffalo Sabres select Noah Ostlund with 16th overall pick
'Ostlund, a native to Stockholm, Sweden played for Djurgårdens most recently. … [Read more...] about The Pick is in: Buffalo Sabres select Noah Ostlund with 16th overall pick
The Pick is in: Buffalo Sabres select Jiri Kulich with 28th overall pick
'With the addition of Kulich along with Ostlund and Savoie, the Sabres have brought in three centers who all show the skill set necessary to jump into the forward position if necessary.' … [Read more...] about The Pick is in: Buffalo Sabres select Jiri Kulich with 28th overall pick
2022 NHL Draft: how the Buffalo Sabres addressed needs in the first round
'With the 9th overall pick, the Sabres selected center Matthew Savoie who tallied 35 goals and 55 assists for 90 points with the Winnipeg Ice of the WHL last season. Savoie's 90 points led all WHL rookies and were seventh overall in the league. He was ranked fourth among North American-based skaters by NHL Central Scouting heading into the draft.' … [Read more...] about 2022 NHL Draft: how the Buffalo Sabres addressed needs in the first round
Sabres add Matthew Savoie with No. 9 pick in the 2022 NHL Draft
'The Sabres need to add size. Savoie is only 5 feet, 9 inches tall, but he's playing in a tough, aggressive league in the WHL and knows how throw his body around.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add Matthew Savoie with No. 9 pick in the 2022 NHL Draft
Noah Ostlund is the Sabres' No. 16 pick
'While the Sabres are in need of more size, Ostlund would have a shot to make the Sabres NHL roster in the next few years, between his speed and with how quickly Swedish-born players typically develop.' … [Read more...] about Noah Ostlund is the Sabres’ No. 16 pick
Buffalo Sabres draft scoring stud Savoie 9th overall; make three picks in first round
'Savoie is only listed at 5'9" and 175 pounds, but was ranked fourth overall among North American-based skaters by NHL Central Scouting.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres draft scoring stud Savoie 9th overall; make three picks in first round
Sabres take Savoie 9th overall at 2022 NHL Draft
'The 5-foot-9, 175-pound native of St. Albert, Alberta recorded 90 points (35+55) in 65 games for the Winnipeg ICE of the WHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres take Savoie 9th overall at 2022 NHL Draft
Sabres select Ostlund with 16th-overall pick in 2022 NHL Draft
'Ostlund produced 42 points (9+33) in 32 games for Djurgarden's Jr. team in the Swedish Jr. League last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Ostlund with 16th-overall pick in 2022 NHL Draft
Sabres take Kulich 28th overall at 2022 NHL Draft
'The 5-foot-11, 178-pound native of Kadan, Czechia was ranked 13th by NHL Central Scouting among European-based skaters.' … [Read more...] about Sabres take Kulich 28th overall at 2022 NHL Draft