'Timmins, 26, has compiled six goals, 46 points and 64 penalty minutes in 159 career NHL games with the Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Arizona Coyotes and Colorado Avalanche.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Connor Clifton and draft pick to Penguins for Conor Timmins and minor leaguer
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Sabres stay busy by trading for Conor Timmins; Bowen Byram’s future seems uncertain
'“Another guy that truly wants to be in Buffalo, and he couldn’t even express his excitement to me, just with the opportunity to come,” Adams said Saturday at One Bills Drive after selecting eight players over the final six rounds of the NHL Draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres stay busy by trading for Conor Timmins; Bowen Byram’s future seems uncertain
NHL Draft: Sabres had trade talks prior to taking Radim Mrtka; Buffalo planned to re-sign JJ Peterka
'Adams said following the season, the Sabres intended to re-sign Peterka, 23, before “it became apparent to me and our group that it wasn’t going to work.”' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft: Sabres had trade talks prior to taking Radim Mrtka; Buffalo planned to re-sign JJ Peterka
Sabres notes: NHL Draft prospect Haoxi ‘Simon’ Wang left family in China to pursue hockey career in Toronto
'Wang, who turns 18 on July 27, spoke little English and had no guarantees when he left Beijing. He was hardly a phenom. He simply loved hockey.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: NHL Draft prospect Haoxi ‘Simon’ Wang left family in China to pursue hockey career in Toronto
NHL Draft: Sabres select Radim Mrtka ninth overall
'Still, his transition to a faster and heavier game on the smaller ice surface went smoothly. Mrtka, 18, earned loads of ice time and morphed into a top draft prospect. While the language barrier was difficult at first, he learned it – “It just came to me naturally,” he said – and now speaks English so fluently he chatted on Zoom following his selection.' … [Read more...] about NHL Draft: Sabres select Radim Mrtka ninth overall
Sabres re-sign Jack Quinn to two-year contract
'Quinn, who could’ve become a restricted free agent Tuesday, is coming off an inconsistent season in which he often struggled but set career highs by scoring 15 goals and 39 points in 74 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Jack Quinn to two-year contract
Michael Kesselring, Josh Doan thrilled for chance trade to Sabres offers
'“It’s funny, honestly, they’re one of my favorite teams to watch, just because of Rasmus and Owen,” said Kesselring, who has one of the NHL’s hardest shots. “Obviously, they’re a little bit more skilled than me, but I like to think, offensively, I can learn some stuff from them and implement it into my game.”' … [Read more...] about Michael Kesselring, Josh Doan thrilled for chance trade to Sabres offers
Sabres trade JJ Peterka to Mammoth in exchange for two players
'Peterka is coming off a career-high 68-point season and has recorded 28 and 27 goals, respectively, in each of the last two campaigns.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade JJ Peterka to Mammoth in exchange for two players
While changes are possible, it appears Sabres will keep assistant coaches
'Most teams, of course, likely wouldn’t run back the same staff following an underwhelming season and their 14th consecutive postseason DNQ. Remember, other than Seth Appert, Ruff inherited his assistants – Mike Bales, Matt Ellis and Marty Wilford – from Don Granato, his predecessor.' … [Read more...] about While changes are possible, it appears Sabres will keep assistant coaches
Sabres GM Kevyn Adams won’t say if JJ Peterka requested trade
'“I think that’s a sign of maturity from him,” Adams said Tuesday at One Bills Drive, where the Sabres will be headquartered for this weekend’s NHL Draft. “So it’s all positive on the JJ front, from those conversations."' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams won’t say if JJ Peterka requested trade
Sabres release 2025 preseason schedule
'Broadcast and ticket information will be released at a later date.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2025 preseason schedule
Following long wait, trailblazing Sabres legend Alexander Mogilny elected to Hall of Fame
'“I am happy to be part of a great organization like the Hockey Hall of Fame,” Mogilny said in a statement to the Hall of Fame. “I want to thank both my Russian and NHL teammates for helping me achieve this honor.”' … [Read more...] about Following long wait, trailblazing Sabres legend Alexander Mogilny elected to Hall of Fame
Offseason likely to feature trades about to kick into high gear for Sabres
'There’s a belief Peterka wants out. Byram said following the season he wants to sign a new contract with the Sabres. If the Sabres deal the coveted assets, the return would almost certainly be significant and help them address their biggest needs.' … [Read more...] about Offseason likely to feature trades about to kick into high gear for Sabres
Sabres to hold 2025 development camp for prospects starting June 30
'The on-ice session sessions are free and open to the public.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to hold 2025 development camp for prospects starting June 30
Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin named to Team Sweden’s Olympic roster
'Former Sabres forwards Jack Eichel (Team USA), Zemgus Girgensons (Team Latvia) and Sam Reinhart (Team Canada) were also named to preliminary rosters.' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin named to Team Sweden’s Olympic roster