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'In order to succeed in the quest, Chicago’s offer would have to feature Kirby Dach — the 20-year-old center who was drafted third overall in 2019, recorded 23 points (8-15) in his rookie season and then played only 18 games last year after he suffered a wrist injury in a pre-World Juniors tournament game.' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks enter the Jack Eichel trade sweepstakes

'This is what happens when Reinhart, a versatile and productive restricted free agent who can effectively play centre and wing, wants out of Buffalo and wants to move west. Pulses race in this hockey-mad market at the prospect of parting with at least the ninth-overall pick in the NHL draft to provide an instant fix to help power a Vancouver Canucks’ playoff push.' … [Read more...] about Canucks: Why there’s buzz to deal ninth-overall pick for Sam Reinhart

'Dealing Eichel could prove to be a monumental task, however. He has five years remaining on his $10 million per year contract and his no-move clause kicks in after the 2021-22 season.' … [Read more...] about Trade talks heating up for disgruntled Sabres star Jack Eichel

'"Signing the contract is a huge dream come true for me," said Peterka. "But I also know that having a contract there and playing there is something else. That's why the hard work for me to earn a place in the team is only now beginning." It is also possible that Peterka will initially be used overseas in the so-called farm team of the Sabers, with the Rochester Americans, in … [Read more...] about NHL dream: Munich’s Peterka signs with Buffalo Sabers

'The New York state franchise secured the rights to the German national player in 34th place in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. However, that does not automatically mean that striker Peterka will appear for Buffalo in the NHL. A job for the Rochester Americans, the Sabers farm team, or a loan is also conceivable. Due to his age of 19 years, the fixed term of the entry contract is … [Read more...] about John Peterka signs with the Buffalo Sabers

'"I want to be part of the solution here. I want to win in Buffalo. And I want to be, you know, one of the guys that helps bring this team to success. So you know, I would love to be here for a long time."' … [Read more...] about Yukon’s Dylan Cozens on his 1st year in the NHL, and testing positive for COVID-19

'Sixteen goalies were taken before the Sabres selected Miller in the 1999 NHL draft. Miller doesn’t remember them all by name the way Tom Brady does the quarterbacks taken ahead of him in the NFL draft, but he remembers some of them from camps they played at together. Dean told the Sabres’ general manager on draft day, “You don't know it yet, but you got the right guy.”' … [Read more...] about Couch: Born to be a goalie, facing retirement, Ryan Miller reflects on a life in net

'One way to afford him: let unrestricted free agents David Krejci ($7.25 million), Jaroslav Halak ($2.25 million), and Sean Kuraly ($1.275 million) walk, which would free up $10.775 million in cap space. That’s without considering a Hall extension, and other UFAs (Mike Reilly, due a raise on his $1.5 million AAV). The Bruins will also shed David Backes’s $1.5 million retained … [Read more...] about Many paths could lead Jack Eichel to Boston

'That’s a feeling my wife and I can relate to because our daughter was also born with a clubfoot. Shayne has had over 30 casts, three different doctors and two surgeries. She’s not even 10 months old. So seeing an NHL goalie with TWO club feet gave my family chills.' … [Read more...] about Michael Houser’s story of resiliency and hope

'"It's been quite an interesting 12 to 14 months for everyone really, but myself especially," McCabe said. "I had COVID and then just a few games after that the injury occurred. It sucked. I kind of gave myself that night to kind of have tough conversations with my mom, wife, dad. After that I kind of just told myself being sad and mad about this isn't really going to make … [Read more...] about Eau Claire native McCabe says rehab going well heading into free agency

'Eichel is under contract with the Sabres through 2026, after signing an eight-year, $80 million extension in 2020. A no-trade clause kicks in during the 2022 offseason.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel sounds miserable with Sabres after injury ‘disconnect’

'When you look around the NHL there aren’t many teams that have the ability to make that kind of deal. The executive believes the New York Rangers, Anaheim Ducks, Boston Bruins, Los Angeles Kings and, yes, the Senators would be in the group of teams that could offer up the Sabres what they’ll want in return.' … [Read more...] about Garrioch: There’s no need for the Ottawa Senators to go down the road to acquire Jack Eichel

Maxime Lagace shuts out Buffalo, Penguins clinch East Division title (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins looking forward to loosened COVID-19 protocols in the NHL playoffs (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Goaltender Maxime Lagace records shutout in Penguins debut (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Empty Thoughts: Penguins 1, Sabres 0 (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Pittsburgh Coverage

Buffalo visits Pittsburgh after Caggiula’s 2-goal game (AP) Game Preview: 05.08.21 vs. BUF (PittsburghPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Pittsburgh Coverage

'This season, he entered the year as the sixth goalie on the Sabres’ depth chart with the idea that he’d provide a mentorship role to younger players. But when injuries and other issues ravaged the crease, Houser was promoted all the way to taxi squad goalie.' … [Read more...] about Michael Houser’s improbable story adds another chapter as Wexford native plays against Penguins