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'“Hockey’s an interesting thing. Three years ago, no one would’ve thought that Colorado would be the No. 1 destination,” he added, referring to a Nathan MacKinnon-led Avalanche team that’s made three straight playoff appearances after enjoying just one from 2011-17. “Things can turn pretty quick, especially if you have elite pieces like the Sabres do.”' … [Read more...] about Taylor Hall saw only positives in signing with Sabres

'His addition, even for one year, provides the Sabres a much-needed boost of instant credibility — and offense — after missing the playoffs for a franchise-worst ninth straight year. The drought is the NHL’s longest active streak, and one short of matching a league record.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to sign Taylor Hall to 1-year, $8 million deal

'Adams took what he called a “calculated” approach in determining not to retain Kahun’s rights on Wednesday, and instead hoped the two sides can strike a deal before the NHL’s free agency period opens Friday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open to re-signing Kahun before free agency opens

'“I’m hoping I’m clarifying it for you, but that to me is an easy question, because we have no intention of doing that,” Adams said during the half-hour pre-draft session with reporters on Monday. “I have zero concern on Jack wanting to be here. I’ve had great conversations with him, his representatives. I’m not really sure where that’s coming from.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Adams says he has no intention of trading Eichel

'The 25-year-old has six seasons of NHL experience, and was selected in the first round (17th overall) of the 2013 draft by Ottawa. Lazar played two-plus seasons in Ottawa, before being traded to Calgary.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to 2-year, $1.6 million contract

'“There’s very few players in the league that just from what they’ve done on and off the ice command the respect and have the presence that an Eric Staal does,” he added. “I’ve seen that up close and personal. We added a phenomenal player and person that I’m very excited about.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Eric Staal in sending Johansson to Wild

'Though it’s a first-time NHL job for the former nine-year player, Ellis spent the past four years working at Sabres-affiliated Academy of Hockey as a development coach before eventually becoming the director last year. Adams was previously involved with the academy, and took over as GM in June after Jason Botterill and a majority of his staff and scouts were fired as part of a … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Matt Ellis as player development director

'“The matter has been resolved amicably between both parties,” with Ed Gannon receiving approval for an EB-1 visa, the Sabres announced in a text message Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop lawsuit after assistant coach granted green card

'Botterill’s dismissal represents a major reversal after Kim Pegula backed the GM in May, telling The Associated Press: “He’s our GM. Our plan is to continue with him.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fire GM Botterill in series of cost-cutting moves

'The 20-year-old had five goals and 35 assists in 113 career games with Ilves Tampere. Laaksonen also played on Finland’s gold medal-winning junior national team in 2019.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Oskari Laaksonen to 3-year entry-level contract

'“But that’s what I’m trying to do now, trying to really remold and reshape the organization into what Terry and I envision,” she added, referring to her husband. “One thing I’ve been preaching is sustainability, about how to ensure that we are here in this Buffalo area for a long time.”' … [Read more...] about Pegula focused on efficiency; staying on as Sabres President

'The Sabres can’t block the signing, because their season officially ended two weeks ago when the NHL approved going ahead with a 24-team expanded playoff format, which eliminated Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Pilut skips on Sabres by signing 2-year contract in Russia

'The Sabres are off indefinitely after being one of seven teams to not qualify for the NHL’s proposed 24-team return-to-play format. The start of next season is expected to be pushed back, and may not open until January because of the coronavirus pandemic.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Okposo has surgery to repair right knee injury

'Though Eichel made great strides playing to his potential in leading the Sabres both on and off the ice this season, he was let down by a floundering franchise which extended the NHL’s longest active playoff drought to a ninth consecutive year.' … [Read more...] about Eichel lets loose: Sabres captain `fed up’ with losing

'“When we talk about development, it also equates to trying to find a winning environment here,” he added. “We want our young players to step in and put them in positions where they can succeed, where they can help out our core players right away.”' … [Read more...] about Criticism doesn’t alter Sabres GM’s plan to build with youth