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'Lazar, Gilmour and Hammond signed one-year, one-way contracts worth $700,000, while Dea received a two-year deal under the same terms. Each of the four will need to pass through waivers if the Sabres want to send them to the American Hockey League and would make an NHL salary with the Amerks if they go unclaimed.' … [Read more...] about Curtis Lazar, three other free-agent signings to add ‘competition’ to Sabres

'But they still have too many defensemen, especially on the right side, and not nearly enough offense. There were no right wings to be had in free agency and if they're counting on Alex Nylander or Tage Thompson to play a top-six role come October, good luck to them.' … [Read more...] about At this stage in their history, Sabres will struggle to make big splashes

'"How I just said it to him was if it ever came to a situation where there wasn't room, we'd certainly follow up with him," Botterill said. "By the same token, I just asked for the respect that if he was going to move on to another organization, just to give me a heads-up. So we've kept that dialogue going on. Like I said, I have the utmost respect for Jason and have always had … [Read more...] about Sabres not closing the door on Jason Pominville returning

'"I think it’s always difficult to predict," Botterill told reporters Saturday in Harborcenter. "We’ve had some good conversations throughout the week with myself and Ralph and the rest of our management group with players, but I think what we’ve seen in the league is you just never know when trades or signings are going to happen. I feel very comfortable that we’re going to be … [Read more...] about What to expect from the Sabres when free agency begins

'However, those one-on-one matchups against Lukas equipped Mattias with a fierce competitive edge that has him on the cusp of an NHL career in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson inching closer to realizing NHL dream with Sabres

'Rather than handing out a lucrative free-agent contract, the Sabres could opt to bet on Olofsson to earn a top-six role this fall. He's a cost-effective option — the entry-level contract will pay $767,500 in 2019-20 — and has already proven to have chemistry with Jack Eichel.' … [Read more...] about Victor Olofsson ‘on the radar’ to be a regular with Sabres next season

'"Mixed feelings," Miller said in a conference call Saturday. "I think we had something really special going on there in Vegas and they’re going to have a great team moving forward. Turning around, it’s going to be great. It’s going to be a great opportunity. Seeing what Buffalo did last year through a healthy stretch of the season was very encouraging obviously for the city of … [Read more...] about Colin Miller has ‘mixed feelings’ following trade from Vegas to Sabres

'There was plenty of chatter in Vancouver the Sabres were shopping Ristolainen hard and the reason, in fact, was that he indicated it was time to go after six mostly disappointing seasons.' … [Read more...] about Botterill toes the line, but latest trade means Ristolainen will be dealt

'"I saw the videos and stuff. I think it looked a lot worse than it really was," Cozens said. "I'm feeling good. I'm not concerned. I'm confident it feels good but I'll learn more when I see the specialist."' … [Read more...] about Sabres first-round pick Dylan Cozens to see specialist after suffering thumb injury in 3-on-3 tournament

'Botterill was able to take advantage of Vegas needing to clear cap space — Miller is under contract for three more seasons at an average annual value of $3.87 million — however, the Sabres suddenly have a surplus of right-handed defensemen, which could lead to another trade.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire defenseman Colin Miller from Vegas for two draft picks

'But the Sabres look deeper than that. They like upward paths. They saw that Cederqvist was promoted from Vaxjo's junior team to the main Swedish Hockey League. That's a big jump for an 18-year-old.' … [Read more...] about Filip Cederqvist, an unknown among Sabres draftees, takes step up in Swedish League

'“It kind of gives me a chip on the shoulder, just to be back, to be even better,” Pekar said about missing time because of injury. “I’m just looking forward for the next game.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Matej Pekar sets sights on rookie camp

'“The best possible outcome would be playing at the highest level, but if that doesn’t happen, it doesn’t happen. And I’m going to keep chipping away.”' … [Read more...] about Brett Murray searches for next spot at Sabres development camp

'"It's a big opportunity come the start of the season," Bryson admitted after his session Thursday in Harborcenter. "Pilut just had surgery but we have so many good young D that I think for this organization we can play big roles in those spots. Come time for the season, I want to push for a spot. I'm going to work hard this summer, get in the gym and go."' … [Read more...] about Jacob Bryson: Old hand at Sabres development camp, rookie in business of NHL

'"Eric is an unbelievably quick player; he's super-fast," Niagara coach Jason Lammers said. "He's not a D-man, but at the same time, he's a one-man breakout and he's a one-man entry. He can do the same in the offensive zone, and I mean that as a compliment because he's so fast. You'd be hard-pressed to find a guy who's faster in our league than him. If he's not the fastest guy … [Read more...] about For Niagara’s Eric Cooley, Sabres development camp is ‘home away from home’