'The 6'3", 200 pound forward tallied 21 points in 81 games last season. The 26-year-old forward brings value on the penalty kill, leading the Capitals' forwards in time on ice while shorthanded (211:32), ranking 5th in the NHL in that category last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire forward Beck Malenstyn from Capitals
Archives for June 2024
Who did the Sabres pick in the 2024 NHL Draft?
'Here is a recap of the Sabres 2024 draft selections.' … [Read more...] about Who did the Sabres pick in the 2024 NHL Draft?
Sabres acquire Malenstyn from Capitals
'Malenstyn, 26, set career highs in goals (6), assists (15), and points (21) in 81 games last season. The 6-foot-3, 200-pound forward ranked fifth among NHL forwards in shorthanded time on ice (211:32) while leading Capitals forwards in blocked shots (93) and all Capitals players in hits (241). He was on the ice for 562 defensive-zone faceoffs at 5-on-5, which ranked third in … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Malenstyn from Capitals
Meet the Buffalo Sabres' 2024 Draft Class
'Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams believes that Helenius could be ready for pro hockey soon.' … [Read more...] about Meet the Buffalo Sabres’ 2024 Draft Class
Final takeaways from the 2024 NHL Draft in Las Vegas
'The other, ongoing objective – which will continue with the start of free agency at noon on Monday and into the remainder of the offseason – was to pursue avenues to improve the NHL roster. Adams emphasized being harder to play against as one area he hoped to address.' … [Read more...] about Final takeaways from the 2024 NHL Draft in Las Vegas
Top quotes from the 2024 NHL Draft
'“Two-way defenseman," he said. "I can shut down other teams’ top players. I like to break out the puck well and join the rush.”' … [Read more...] about Top quotes from the 2024 NHL Draft
Sabres eager to get first-round pick Konsta Helenius to North America
'“He’s a player that could be (in Finland), he could be in Buffalo, Rochester,” Sabres General Manager Kevyn Adams said. “Really, anything’s on the table. So obviously, it’s only been a little bit of time here since our pick was announced but certainly something we’ll get into right away with his agent and start that conversation. ... We want to hear what the player has to say … [Read more...] about Sabres eager to get first-round pick Konsta Helenius to North America
Mike Harrington: Sabres are (naturally) thrilled with another first-rounder, but what about the deals?
'They kept the pick and took another kid. Hmm. If you want to, that’s one way to encapsulate the Buffalo Sabres’ night at the NHL draft in the utterly spectacular Sphere. And the connotations of that short sentence aren’t great.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres are (naturally) thrilled with another first-rounder, but what about the deals?
Sabres free agency preview: Kevyn Adams looks to use cap space to reshape roster
'The Sabres had approximately $23.5 million in salary cap space next season before the first round of the NHL draft began Friday night, according to CapFriendly.com, and Adams wanted to use a bulk of that money on upgrades, whether it be through a trade or unrestricted free agency.' … [Read more...] about Sabres free agency preview: Kevyn Adams looks to use cap space to reshape roster
Sabres select center Konsta Helenius 14th overall at the NHL Draft
'Facing stronger and more experienced talent, the 5-foot-11, 189-pound Helenius has stood out. Last season, he scored 14 goals and 36 points in 51 games and added two goals and six points in six playoff contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select center Konsta Helenius 14th overall at the NHL Draft
Kevyn Adams believes Kyle Okposo left lasting impact with Sabres
'“I’m fortunate enough to know how special a feeling that is,” Adams said Thursday in the Wynn Hotel prior to the NHL Draft.' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams believes Kyle Okposo left lasting impact with Sabres
Sabres select C Konsta Helenius with No. 14 overall pick in first round
'Across the 2022-23 and 2023-24 Liiga campaigns, Helenius compiled 47 points as a member of Mikkelin Jukurit, which is second all-time among Liiga players under the age of 18. Stanley Cup champion Aleksander Barkov of the Florida Panthers holds the record with 48 points before turning 18.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select C Konsta Helenius with No. 14 overall pick in first round
Konsta Helenius from Ylöjärvi in Tappara goes to Buffalo at the NHL booking event
'Helenius played the last seasons under Olli Jokinen in Mikkelin Jukurei and developed quickly. Last season, he made an impressive breakthrough and scored 36 points (14+22) in 51 regular season games.' … [Read more...] about Konsta Helenius from Ylöjärvi in Tappara goes to Buffalo at the NHL booking event
Sabres select Konsta Helenius with 14th overall pick in 2024 NHL Draft
'As a 17-year-old playing in Finland during his draft year, Helenius was able to forge a pivotal spot for himself in the top professional league playing with Jukurit. He even spent most of his age 16 season playing professionally in Finland amongst many grizzled veterans.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Konsta Helenius with 14th overall pick in 2024 NHL Draft
Adams said teams weren't willing to move NHL players for picks
'“We were aggressive and there weren’t trades that we could get the other teams to agree to and if I was to sum it up, I don’t think there was a trade in the first round that involved an NHL player.' … [Read more...] about Adams said teams weren’t willing to move NHL players for picks