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'Jason Botterill has company.' … [Read more...] about Penguins lose director of amateur scouting Randy Sexton to Sabres

'Fedun, 29, appeared in 27 games with the Sabres last season, recording a career-high seven points with seven assists. The 6-foot-1, 198-pound Fedun owns 14 points (two goals, 12 assists) through parts of four NHL seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign D Fedun to 2-year pact

'After scoring 106 points his first two years of high school, Mittelstadt began last fall with Green Bay of the USHL before leaving after 16 games to rejoin Eden Prairie. He dominated, scoring 22 goals and garnering 59 points in only 25 games. Unfortunately, he played through an injury throughout the state tournament that left him less than 100 percent as Eden Prairie lost to … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt drafted in first round, eighth overall, by Buffalo

'Mittelstadt was named Minnesota’s Mr. Hockey a few months ago after leading Eden Prairie in goals (21), assists (43) and points (64). He came up short of his ultimate goal of a state championship as Eden Prairie fell 3-2 to Grand Rapids in the semifinals of the state tournament.' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt, at No. 8, is highest-drafted Minnesotan in more than a decade

'Mittelstadt, an 18-year-old from Minnesota, faced some scrutiny for his scrawniness at the combine, where he also managed just one 160-pound bench press rep. But Friday night, he was a first-round pick.' … [Read more...] about Top prospect who couldn’t do a single pull-up goes No. 8 to Sabres

Game at Penn State's Pegula Ice Arena kicks off Penguins preseason slate (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins to open preseason against Sabres at Penn State's Pegula Ice Arena (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Pittsburgh Penguins to play preseason opener at Penn State's Pegula Ice Arena (Harrisburg Patriot News) Penguins, Sabres to play at Pegula Ice Arena (Centre Daily … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Pittsburgh Coverage

'The fact that the Sabers leadership immediately added his name to the list suggests that Phil Housley, newly appointed to the helm of the team, has plans for him.' … [Read more...] about Beaulieu saw the coming of the transaction

'Montreal decided to deal Beaulieu because they didn’t want to expose him to the Vegas Golden Knights in the upcoming expansion draft. The idea was to get something in return, although the third-round draft pick reflects Beaulieu’s falling value.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens trade Nathan Beaulieu to Buffalo for third-round draft pick

'"Nathan has a lot of potential," recalled the CEO. But a player must take responsibility. I can not point the finger at Claude Julien, Jean-Jacques Daigneault, Martin Lapointe or Rob Ramage for his development. He must ask himself questions as to where he is. Is it a matter of mind? Why can he play six good games and then have trouble for 12 games?' … [Read more...] about Beaulieu to Buffalo

'Beaulieu had no contract for the next season, and was going to become a restricted free agent. The Canadian was also likely to lose him in the draft of the expansion for the benefit of the new Las Vegas team, and General Manager Marc Bergevin obviously tried to get something in return. The Sabers offer suggests that the value of the young defender is clearly down in the … [Read more...] about Nathan Beaulieu on the Sabers

'“Do I worry about the rumours? No. The funny part about rumours is that if you don’t know something is going on, then nobody else does,” said the 6-foot-2, 211-pound Kane. “I have an agent (Don Meehan) who is knowledgable and tapped in. He gives me updates when I need updates. I’d like to think I’m well informed when I need to be.”' … [Read more...] about Trade buzz amuses Evander Kane, who is focused on hockey and scoring goals

'Beaulieu, a first-round pick (17th overall) in 2011, was drafted by the Canadiens after four seasons in the QMJHL with the Saint John Sea Dogs that included a Memorial Cup championship in 2011 and QMJHL titles in 2011 and 2012.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire D Beaulieu from Canadiens

'Beaulieu completed his fifth season with the Canadiens in 2016-17.' … [Read more...] about Nathan Beaulieu traded to Sabres

'“I don’t think it’s really sunk in,” said Housley said with Karin nearby in the front row. “I know my wife and I and my family are very excited to come back to Buffalo and be a part of this community. But I’m really looking forward to the challenge. I don’t think people realize how pumped I am about coming back to Buffalo, being a part of this organization and trying to do … [Read more...] about Sabres legend Phil Housley paid many dues to become Buffalo’s coach

'Predators defensemen combined for 181 points this season, tied for the NHL lead with the San Jose Sharks, and 53 points in 22 playoff games. The Predators finished first or second in goals from defensemen in each of Housley's four seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Predators’ Phil Housley as head coach