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Archives for May 8, 2024

How much should the Sabres expect to pay Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen this summer?

'Luukkonen will receive a significant raise as a restricted free agent from the $867,500 that he counted against the Sabres’ salary cap the past two seasons. The 2017 second-round draft pick proved this season that he’s a reliable starting goalie in the NHL with career highs in games played (54), wins (27), save percentage (.910), goals-against average (2.57) and shutouts … [Read more...] about How much should the Sabres expect to pay Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen this summer?

Buffalo News |

The Sabres remain 11th overall after the NHL Draft Lottery

'The Buffalo Sabres stayed at No. 11 while the San Jose Sharks get the first overall pick and the Chicago Blackhawks get the second. Last year the Hawks won the lottery and drafted Connor Bedard. San Jose drafted fourth and took Will Smith who just finished his freshman season at Boston College scoring 25 goals and 46 assists for 71 points in just 41 games.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres remain 11th overall after the NHL Draft Lottery

WGR-AM |

Adams focused on next phase of Sabres' success

'"We're in a different phase right now. We need to look at every possible scenario to help our team get better," said Adams with Jeremy White and Joe DiBiase. "When I talk about winning now, that absolutely comes into play. We're certainly not going to do something that doesn't make sense, but we will definitely talk about, that type of move, and does that make sense. Maybe it … [Read more...] about Adams focused on next phase of Sabres’ success

WGR-AM |

Instant Reaction: Buffalo Sabres land 11th pick in NHL Draft; Why they should consider trading it

'History tells us Adams likely won't move the pick. Since taking over as GM in 2020 he hasn't traded away a first-round pick in any deal he's made. He's added first-round picks in deals for Jack Eichel, Sam Reinhart, and Rasmus Ristolainen, but has never used a first-round pick in a move to acquire a player.' … [Read more...] about Instant Reaction: Buffalo Sabres land 11th pick in NHL Draft; Why they should consider trading it

WKBW-TV |

Hamilton Take 2: Sabres should trade 11th overall pick

'If I’m Adams, I’m looking to trade the pick for a top-6 forward. If the player coming to Buffalo is good enough, I’d also be interested in sweetening the trade by adding another prospect if it were the only way to get the deal done. Adams knows he made a mistake last summer sitting on his hands thinking everybody was going to improve. He got a rude awakening when everybody … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Sabres should trade 11th overall pick

WGRZ-TV |

‘He knows what it takes’ | Byram brought skill and experience to Sabres' young defense corps

'“I think it was a little bit of a disappointing season for myself,” Byram said in his end-of-season media availability. “I know that I’ve got to work extremely hard this summer and come in the best shape possible and work on my game. … I’m really excited for this summer. I feel like I’ve got lots to work on, lots to improve on, and I’ll be ready to go next season."' … [Read more...] about ‘He knows what it takes’ | Byram brought skill and experience to Sabres’ young defense corps

Sabres.com |