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'“I felt like I needed to take another year for myself, and then the NCAA option opened up and I started visiting schools,” Costantini said. “North Dakota kind of caught my attention and I felt really good with the coaching staff, so I decided it was the place for me.”' … [Read more...] about Matteo Costantini looks to apply lessons learned at Sabres development camp with UND

'And to address all the chatter on social media, Kane isn't a fit for Buffalo this summer. Even if the Blackhawks decide to move him, any trade requires a haul of draft picks and prospects. The Sabres don't want to part with those yet.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: Why Patrick Kane isn’t a fit for Buffalo … not now, at least

'The Sabres signed Nadeau to three-year, entry-level contract in May, but the NHL's development agreement with the Canadian Hockey League, which governs the three major junior leagues in Canada, bars players from competing in the American Hockey League until they turn 20 years old. Nadeau won't turn 20 until January 2023, so he's unlikely to start his professional career with … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Olivier Nadeau out 4-6 months after shoulder surgery

'Buffalo will play three games at the event, beginning Sept. 15 against Montreal at 7 p.m., followed by a game against New Jersey at 7 p.m. Sept 17, and capped by a meeting with Ottawa at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 19. All games will be played at LECOM Harborcenter – those featuring the Sabres also will be streamed live within the local broadcast market on the team’s website – and tickets … [Read more...] about Prospects Challenge to feature 6 teams, 3 games for Sabres

'An 18-year-old forward, Kulich will have the opportunity to repeat the success he had at the IIHF Under-18 World Championship in the spring, when he was named the tournament’s most valuable player after totaling nine goals and 11 points in six games as Czech Republic’s captain.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Jiri Kulich named to Czech Republic team for World Juniors

'“Eric always worked extremely hard,” said Bill Tory, Tri-City’s owner and general manager. “He really just enjoys coming to the rink, being at the rink. It’s not a job to him. He has a passion for this. That’s what’s allowed him to be successful. Other players looked up to him. He was just a tremendous player for us.”' … [Read more...] about How Eric Comrie broke through ‘ceiling,’ earned opportunity with Sabres

'The expected ascension of Peterka and fellow mega-prospect Jack Quinn to Buffalo likely nosed out Ruotsalainen. There does not appear to be any open spots among Buffalo's forward group with the two rookies slotted to be in the lineup. Ruotsalainen got mostly fourth-line minutes in the NHL last season and that would again be his most likely spot in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Arttu Ruotsalainen signs deal to play in Switzerland

'Although undersized for a defenseman at 5-foot-11, Mats Jr. is a smooth and agile skater, as he showed throughout development camp. He still wants to gain more power and has taken advantage of the weightlifting training that development camp offered him. He’s only 173 pounds and has wanted to gain more weight, adding that the nutrition class was one of the best parts of … [Read more...] about Mats Lindgren takes the first steps to make his name his own for the Sabres organization

'“When I played in Arizona against Buffalo, the games were always tough,” Lyubushkin said. “I don’t know why, but it’s always tough for me. After each game, I feel like, ‘Oh, my God, it’s so hard game.’”' … [Read more...] about Ilya Lyubushkin never enjoyed facing the Sabres. Now, he wants to help them win

'"I feel like I can maybe earn some more starts and maybe work myself into a little bit more playing time. And that was a big decision why I chose the Sabres," Comrie said Monday on his introductory video call with Buffalo reporters. "I loved my time in Winnipeg, I loved every single second being there. It was a great spot for me, but they have an NHL goalie there (Connor … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: To Eric Comrie, the Sabres’ net is the opportunity he’s waited to get his whole career

'"It's pretty exciting," Peca, a Rochester Amerks assistant, said last week. "And I think the part that's exciting is the obvious what you said, that the talent that's out there is remarkable, even the fresh crop from this most recent draft. But it's the vibe off the ice that's just as impressive."' … [Read more...] about Declan McDonnell’s experience at Sabres development camp could prepare him for NHL contract

'The Sabres signed Ostlund to a three-year, entry-level contract to ensure they hold his NHL rights. However, he plans to spend at least one season – he suggested two would be ideal – in Sweden with Djurgardens IF, which was relegated to the country’s second-tier league.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Noah Ostlund showcased potential at development camp

'A sixth-round draft choice in 2019, Rousek was a standout performer in a camp that featured eight first-round draft choices and five players with NHL experience. He made highlight-reel passes and used his quick hands to score a breakaway goal during the title game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Lukas Rousek making ‘jaws drop’ with his passing, playmaking

'"It's pretty exciting," Peca, now a Rochester assistant, said last week in LECOM Harborcenter. "And I think the part that's exciting is the obvious what you said, that the talent that's out there is remarkable, even the fresh crop from this most recent draft. But it's the vibe off the ice that's just as impressive."' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Michael Peca sees the shift in the Sabres’ organizational culture – and in their talent level

'Quinn appeared ready for the NHL when he was with the Sabres for two games and scored his first career goal on a power-play one-timer. Peterka, on the other hand, encountered some issues with decision-making and skated himself into trouble. His skill set is tailor-made for how the game has evolved, though, and he showed in the playoffs that he’s willing to play a physical game … [Read more...] about Jack Quinn, JJ Peterka using development camp to ready for chance with Sabres