‘In his second full season with Lethbridge, Cozens also ranked in the top 10 among WHL skaters in even-strength assists (10th, 34) and even-strength points (T-8th, 59). The Whitehorse, Yukon native added eight points (4+4) in seven playoff contests.’
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Sabres ink Larsson to 1-year deal
‘Larsson (5’11”, 202 lbs., 7/25/1992) recently completed his seventh NHL season and recorded 14 points (6+8) in 73 games. Larsson, who played one game for the Minnesota Wild before being traded to the Sabres in April 2013, has recorded 79 points (32+47) in 331 career NHL games. Seven of his 32 career goals have been game-winners and the Sabres are 20-7-4 all-time when Larsson scores.’
Jokiharju sees ‘good opportunity’ ahead with Sabres
‘”I just realized it’s a good opportunity for me, coming to a great organization like the Buffalo Sabres,” Jokiharju said during a conference call on Wednesday. “I’m pumped to play for the Sabres.”‘
Sabres acquire Henri Jokiharju from Blackhawks
‘Drafted by Chicago in the first round (29th overall) of the 2017 NHL Draft, Jokiharju was named to the Western Conference Second All-Star Team in 2018 after recording 71 points (12+59) in 63 games for the Portland Winterhawks (WHL). He posted 119 points (21+98) in 134 career WHL games before making his professional debut last season.’
Talks with Krueger helped bring Johansson to Buffalo
‘”I think talking to Ralph and Jason, I like what Buffalo’s got going,” Johansson said. “Talking to Ralph, he’s got some really good ideas on how to play, and it’s a really young and exciting team. I’m looking forward to it and once it came down to it, I was really happy I ended up going to Buffalo.”‘
Sabres sign Johansson to 2-year contract
‘Johansson (6’1″, 205 lbs., 10/6/1990) split time between the New Jersey Devils and Boston Bruins in 2018-19, where he recorded 30 points (13+17) in 58 combined games. He added a career-high 11 points (4+7) in 22 playoff games for the Bruins during their Stanley Cup Final run.’
Sabres sign Girgensons to 1-year contract
‘His 18 even-strength points marked Girgensons’ highest total since he recorded a career-high 23 even-strength points in 2014-15.’
Cozens undergoes successful surgery on thumb
‘His expected recovery time is approximately two to three months.’
Sabres, Smith agree to 2-year contract
‘Smith (5’10”, 184 lbs., 12/1/1994) recorded 58 points (28+30) in 62 games for the Rochester Americans (AHL) in 2018-19, ranking second on the team in goals and points and third in assists. He also contributed four game-winning goals and led all Amerks skaters with a plus-26 rating.’
Cozens to undergo procedure on thumb
‘An update on his estimated recovery time will be provided later this week.’