'The Sabres need to sign a goalie with experience, one who can take on the role that James Reimer provided for Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. Designate UPL the No. 1 goalie, with the understanding that it’s his job to keep or lose, knowing the Sabres will have a proven backup and Devon Levi working in the wings in Rochester.' … [Read more...] about 5 questions the Sabres face before the NHL draft and free agency
Archives for June 22, 2025
Inside the NHL: Trading a top 10 pick can be tough, but Sabres have to be in the market to do it
'In a forward-heavy draft after the Islanders presumably take Erie defenseman Matthew Schaefer at No. 1, there could be all sorts of top kids to choose from with the ninth pick. The Sabres could have a chance to go with one of the talented forwards who may drop there, or a defenseman like Seattle’s Radim Mrtka, Barrie’s Kashawn Aitcheson or Tri-City’s Jackson Smith.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Trading a top 10 pick can be tough, but Sabres have to be in the market to do it
Sabres Foundation helping keep 'doors open' at East Side community center
'The foundation has given more than $1.5 million over the last decade to support the council's East Buffalo community center that now provides services for more than 7,000 people each year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Foundation helping keep ‘doors open’ at East Side community center
Sabres captain picked to play at the 2026 Winter Olympics
'The 25-year-old Sabres captain has plenty of international experience, having played for Sweden in the 2018 Winter Games at PyeongChang. Dahlin competed in the IIHF World Junior Championships in 2017 and 2018, then the IIHF World Championships in 2022 and 2024.' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain picked to play at the 2026 Winter Olympics
Hamilton Take 2: 'Stupid season' upon us as the Sabres prepare for the NHL Draft, free agency
'Since the last time I wrote, many are reporting that JJ Peterka wants out of Buffalo. I went back and listening to his press conference on locker cleanout day, and I heard nothing that indicated that he’s unhappy here. Peterka’s agent is Allan Walsh, who tends to be on the sleazy side, and it wouldn’t shock me at all if this supposed unhappiness is being put out there by Walsh … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: ‘Stupid season’ upon us as the Sabres prepare for the NHL Draft, free agency