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'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

'Richard played three years for the Florida Alliance travel team and his 2020-21 season was flat-out ridiculous as he had 45 goals and a league-high 74 points in 32 games -- and no one else in the league had more than 32 points. But the USHL was obviously a different level of hockey. He had just seven points in the first 21 games last season before exploding for 41 points over … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: For Sabres draftee Jake Richard, it’s a long way from Florida youth leagues to an NHL development camp

'On the cusp of restricted free agency in 2020, Pilut's agent requested a one-way contract for Pilut to ensure financial and job security. The Sabres declined until it was too late. Pilut signed a two-year contract with Traktor Chelyabinsk of the Russia-based Kontinental Hockey League.' … [Read more...] about Lawrence Pilut returns to Sabres on two-way contract after stint in Russia

'“You play so many seasons that coming off a good season, how are you going to do it again?” Levi explained. “That’s the question. A lot of people have a hard time with that. It’s easy to get caught up in thinking you’re the best and you came off a really good season and trying to manage expectations. So, I’m really looking forward to going into that challenge and managing it … [Read more...] about Impressed by Sabres’ progress, Devon Levi embracing pressure, expectations

'"It was huge for me to see a guy go through that experience, learn a little bit from him," Savoie of Krebs' post-draft year, when he had 60 points in 38 games. "He's a tremendous leader, a tremendous person,. He's really dialed in around the rink. He has good habits. He's a guy I can learn a lot from and continue to build a good relationship with."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Even though he’s not on the ice, Matthew Savoie already finding his comfort zone with the Sabres

'“He’s very talented,” Adams said of Comrie following the Sabres’ development camp practices in LECOM Harborcenter. “He has a strong – from a numbers perspective – profile and body of work from what he’s done through the American league and then his opportunity from when he has played in the NHL. He just hasn’t had a ton of opportunity. But for me, this was a goaltender that we … [Read more...] about Sabres fill needs in goal, defense by signing Eric Comrie, Ilya Lyubushkin

'Johnson, though, sounds more likely to put pen to paper than Portillo, who would draw plenty of interest from other teams with another successful season at Michigan.' … [Read more...] about Back in Buffalo, Ryan Johnson, Erik Portillo facing uncertain futures with Sabres

'The Sabres' general manager has articulated his "Process" ad nauseum and did it again Wednesday in LECOM Harborcenter: He's identifying a core for his team and letting that group develop and grow together. You're not blocking their ice time or their development path with big-ticket items, at least not now.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s tough to see Ottawa and Detroit going for it, but Kevyn Adams is staying on his own course