'While Savoie's remarkable play upon his return to the Ice in 2021-22 led to the 18-year-old forward's selection by the Sabres with the ninth pick in the NHL draft last month, his time in Dubuque the previous season, and on a nearby farm in Green Hazel, Wisc., allowed him to showcase the high-end skill, competitiveness and passion for hockey that won over Buffalo's management … [Read more...] about A ‘game-changer,’ Matt Savoie’s time in Dubuque set him on path to Sabres
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Hamilton Take2: Sabres will not deviate from a slow and steady plan
'Adams believes in drafting good players, developing them, and giving them a road to the NHL. He believes those are the players that should get paid, not 33-year-old superstars who are on the decline.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: Sabres will not deviate from a slow and steady plan
Hasek looks back at trade to Sabres that changed NHL career, life
'"I had no idea about it, none at all," said the 57-year-old, who in Buffalo and beyond would become known as The Dominator. "I didn't read newspapers in Chicago because I didn't understand much English. I didn't hear any rumors. Later on, I found out that it was probably (coach) John Muckler and Gerry Meehan together who made this trade."' … [Read more...] about Hasek looks back at trade to Sabres that changed NHL career, life