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'“It’s been pretty cool to see the city get behind them and be excited about their group and what they’re doing and the potential they have,” Eichel said on a video conference call Wednesday, a day before the Sabres report for the start of training camp. “I think it’s definitely motivation for us. We want to be successful. We want to produce a winning team and be in the … [Read more...] about Eichel draws on NFL Bills’ success to motivate NHL Sabres

'Mittelstadt managed 12 goals and 25 points in 77 games with the Sabres during his rookie season in 2018-19. He split last between Buffalo, where he had four goals and nine points in 31 games, and the minors to develop his game. He finished with nine goals and 25 points in 36 games with Rochester of the American Hockey League.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign restricted free agent Mittelstadt to 1-year deal

'With a season of OHL eligibility left, Quinn’s contract wouldn’t kick in this year unless he plays 10 games with the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 1st-round pick, Jack Quinn, to 3-year contract

'Olofsson was a restricted free agent and coming off a season in which he finished seventh in the Calder Cup vote for rookie of the year honors. He was selected to the NHL’s All-Rookie team and had a chance to finish higher in the Calder voting if not for missing 15 games with a lower body injury.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Victor Olofsson to 2-year, $6.1 million contract

'Buffalo has one arbitration hearing left, on Nov. 4 with winger Victor Olofsson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres avoid arbitration with Sam Reinhart, Linus Ullmark

'“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