'More than anything, Johnson established a reputation for being a reliable goaltender with a calming demeanor. He was voted as the team's unsung hero at season's end.' … [Read more...] about What you need to know about the Chad Johnson deal
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Sabres sign Pouliot to 1-year contract
'Pouliot (6'3", 204 lbs., 9/29/1986) joins the Sabres after three years with the Edmonton Oilers in which he recorded 84 total points (41+43) in 180 regular-season games. In his time with the Oilers, Pouliot averaged 1.81 points and .88 goals per 60 minutes of 5-on-5 ice time. … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Pouliot to 1-year contract
Pouliot looking forward to fresh start with Sabres
'"For me, it's mostly about speed and forecheck and putting pressure eon the D, turning pucks over," he said. "Last year I had my fair share of penalty killing, which I've never had before which was really good for me personally and as a team.' … [Read more...] about Pouliot looking forward to fresh start with Sabres
Sabres sign Wilcox to 1-year contract
'Wilcox (6'0", 189 lbs., 11/26/1992) combined to play 47 AHL games for the Syracuse Crunch and the Springfield Falcons last season, posting a 25-13-7 record with a .906 save percentage and a 2.63 goals-against average. A sixth-round pick (178th overall) in the 2011 NHL Draft, Wilcox has compiled a 34-27-15 record with a .900 save percentage and a 2.90 goals-against average in … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Wilcox to 1-year contract
Sabres sign Josefson to 1-year deal
'Josefson (6'0", 190 lbs., 3/2/1991) recorded 10 points (1+9) and 16 penalty minutes for the New Jersey Devils during the 2016-17 season. A seven-year NHL veteran, Josefson has totaled 60 points (18+42) and 78 penalty minutes in 276 career games, all with the Devils.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Josefson to 1-year deal
Porter, Criscuolo sign 2-year deals with Sabres
'Porter (5'11", 191 lbs., 3/12/1986) led the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins with 35 assists in the 2016-17 AHL regular season and tied for third on the team with 46 points. His six points (0+6) in five AHL playoff games also tied for the Penguins' team lead. The Detroit native has tallied 250 total points (95+155) in 357 games through seven AHL seasons.' … [Read more...] about Porter, Criscuolo sign 2-year deals with Sabres
Sabres, Griffith agree to 1-year deal
'Griffith (5'9", 191 lbs., 1/4/1993) spent time the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers last season, combining to record five assists and a plus-6 rating in 24 games. He also played 38 games for the Toronto Marlies in 2016-17, where he posted 44 points (10+34) and led the team in points per game (1.16).' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Griffith agree to 1-year deal
Sabres ink Tennyson to 2-year deal
'Tennyson (6'2", 205 lbs., 4/23/1990) played a career-high 45 games for the Carolina Hurricanes last season, posting six assists and six penalty minutes. During his 105-game NHL career, Tennyson has recorded 20 points (3+17) and 24 penalty minutes while playing for the Hurricanes and San Jose Sharks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Tennyson to 2-year deal
Botterill wraps up Day 1 of free agency, discusses newest additions
'Botterill explained that the move to bring in Johnson was made for two reasons. The first was his belief that it will be more valuable for Ullmark to develop by continuing to play every day in Rochester as opposed to sitting on the bench in Buffalo, and the second was to add to the team's organizational depth.' … [Read more...] about Botterill wraps up Day 1 of free agency, discusses newest additions
A very early look at the Sabres' organizational depth chart
'With the departures of Tyler Ennis, Marcus Foligno, and William Carrier - and barring any more changes - the left wing will undoubtedly be the most scrutinized position when camp begins in the fall.' … [Read more...] about A very early look at the Sabres’ organizational depth chart
Sabres acquire Scandella, Pominville from Wild
'Selected by Minnesota in the second round (55th overall) of the 2008 NHL Draft, Scandella (6'3", 208 lbs., 2/23/1990) recently completed his seventh NHL season with the Wild. A native of Montreal, Quebec, Scandella has recorded 89 points (27+62) in 373 career regular-season games with the Wild, with nine points (6+3) in 39 career playoff games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Scandella, Pominville from Wild
Botterill expects Scandella to take on greater role in Buffalo
'"We think he can really handle more," Botterill said. "It'll be interesting to see how much his offensive numbers really increase, but we think he's a type of player that can really handle minutes … Whether he gets the assists or not, he's going to start our transition game out of our own end and in the neutral zone and then with his size and his compete down low, his reach, … [Read more...] about Botterill expects Scandella to take on greater role in Buffalo
Pominville glad to be back in Buffalo, excited about team's direction
'Shortly after, his kids were already wearing his Sabres jersey and he knew he had nothing to worry about. "My little guy said, 'Oh, you're going to have the chance to pay with Jack Eichel!" Pominville said. "He's pumped."' … [Read more...] about Pominville glad to be back in Buffalo, excited about team’s direction
Sabres qualify 6 restricted free agents
'Forwards Marcus Foligno, Zemgus Girgensons, Johan Larsson, Evan Rodrigues; defenseman Nathan Beaulieu; goaltender Robin Lehner.' … [Read more...] about Sabres qualify 6 restricted free agents
Sabres sign Fedun to 2-year contract
'Through parts of four NHL seasons, Fedun has totaled 14 points (2+12) and a plus-3 rating. In 292 regular-season games throughout his five AHL seasons, he has recorded 155 points (37+118) and a plus-24 rating, adding eight points (4+4) in 28 playoff games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Fedun to 2-year contract