'Helenius, a forward, split this season between Rochester and the Buffalo Sabres and also made the 2024-25 AHL Top Prospects team. This season, he led the Amerks in scoring with 63 points (21 goals, 42 assists) in 63 games and tied for ninth in the AHL in scoring.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Konsta Helenius named to AHL’s Top Prospects team for second year
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Terrific season with Rochester Amerks earns Sabres’ Konsta Helenius spot on AHL Top Prospects Team
'The Finn scored 21 goals and a team-high 63 points, the most by a teenager in Amerks history, in 63 games for the AHL club this season.' … [Read more...] about Terrific season with Rochester Amerks earns Sabres’ Konsta Helenius spot on AHL Top Prospects Team
Elliotte Friedman's Alex Tuch update indicates major Sabres free agency likelihood
'Tuch is set to be a free agent, and it's not clear whether Buffalo will be able to pull off a deal to keep him around. “The one thing I did hear is that there’s still a gap," Friedman said on his podcast. "There’s still work to be done."' … [Read more...] about Elliotte Friedman’s Alex Tuch update indicates major Sabres free agency likelihood
Dahlin using this summer to process, get better
'“We definitely took a step in the right direction," Dahlin said. "We've really grown as an organization, as a team, as individuals. It's a sour taste in your mouth after that [Game 7] loss [to Montreal], but in the big picture, we've done some good things this year. I'm excited for the future.”' … [Read more...] about Dahlin using this summer to process, get better
Helenius named to 2025-26 AHL Top Prospects Team
'The 20-year-old played three games to start Rochester’s playoff series versus Toronto before rejoining the Sabres’ roster for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. He finally got his chance in the second round against Montreal and scored two goals in four games, offering a glimpse of his potential in the NHL. Then, Helenius joined his native Finland at the IIHF World Championship and … [Read more...] about Helenius named to 2025-26 AHL Top Prospects Team