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'Prior to his time with the Penguins, Sexton logged several years of NHL front office experience in stints with the Ottawa Senators (1990 to 1995) and the Florida Panthers (2007 to 2010). As one of the Senators' founders, he was instrumental in helping to bring an NHL team back to Ottawa, eventually serving as the club's president, chief executive officer and general manager … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Sexton, Greeley as assistant general managers

'"Breaking into the league at the same time as Phil and watching his career up close, there's no doubt in my mind it was well deserved that he got into the Hall of Fame," Andreychuk said. "I don't know him as well as a hockey coach, I only watch from afar, but knowing him as a person and the way he knows the game, I'm not surprised of his success there. I'm glad for Buffalo … [Read more...] about Former Sabre Andreychuk named to Hockey Hall of Fame

'He grew up watching Ryan Miller, although Pekka Rinne - another Finnish goalie - is his idol. He also has an affection, as most young Finns do, for Sabres defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen. He fondly remembers Ristolainen's golden goal at the World Junior Championship in 2014.' … [Read more...] about Sabres begin to restock goaltending cupboard with pick of Luukkonen

'"We're happy with it," the Sabres GM said. "I think we've got a good balance, obviously getting the goaltender we desired but also getting a couple defensemen along with forwards. Maybe there's not as much fanfare and as much excitement as the first round, but we felt we got some picks that will have an opportunity to help our organization in the future."' … [Read more...] about Botterill recaps a ‘balanced’ Draft, looks ahead to free agency

'On-ice camp sessions throughout the week will be free and open to the public. The French Connection Tournament, an intra-squad 3-on-3 tournament, will highlight the final day of camp on Tuesday, July 11 beginning at 9:15 a.m.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2017 Development Camp schedule

'Mittelstadt was No. 3 on Central Scouting's list of top North American-based skaters and was also ranked third in Kris Baker of SabresProspects.com's Top 31. He split time last season between the Green Bay Gamblers of the USHL and his high school team, where he made a run for the state title.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Mittelstadt in 1st round of 2017 NHL Draft

'"Between [picks] seven and eight, you're excited but we were also very confident," Botterill said. "There was no discussion. We felt Casey was the player that we wanted to select at that position there."' … [Read more...] about Botterill: Sabres were excited to select Mittelstadt at eight

'"I enjoyed interacting with him, I think he's a very professional young man and I certainly wish him all the best," Botterill said. "We always knew that was a possibility. Disappointed, but we'll move on."' … [Read more...] about Botterill expects Petersen to go to free agency, move on from Sabres

'The Sabres open their season at home on Thursday, Oct. 5 against the Montreal Canadiens. The longest home stand of the season will take place in March, when the Sabres will play six consecutive home games in a two-week span. The team's first Western Conference road trip will begin a week after the season opener, on Thursday, Oct. 12 at San Jose, kicking off the first of … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2017-18 schedule

'Have family in town for Thanksgiving? We have games the Wednesday before against Minnesota and on Black Friday against Edmonton. Connor McDavid, the newly crowned Most Valuable Player should be in town for it and there's always a buzz when he matches up against Jack Eichel.' … [Read more...] about A deeper look at the Sabres’ 2017-18 schedule

'The Las Vegas Golden Knights have selected William Carrier in the NHL Expansion Draft on Wednesday. Vegas also acquired a sixth-round pick from Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Golden Knights select Carrier in NHL Expansion Draft

'Among their other three games, the Sabres will play two neutral-site contests, including a game at Pegula Ice Arena at Pennsylvania State University on Tuesday, Sept. 19 against the Pittsburgh Penguins.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2017 preseason schedule

'All first- and second-year professionals, as well as all unsigned draft choices, will be exempt from selection (and have not be counted toward their club's applicable protection limits).' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Expansion Draft Protection List unveiled

'Following this trade, the Sabres still have seven picks in the 2017 NHL Draft in the following rounds: 1st, 2nd, 2nd (from Minnesota), 3rd (from Washington), 4th, 6th and 7th.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire defenseman Beaulieu

'"Based on his experience as a player and coach, we think Phil is uniquely qualified to be our head coach and to help us achieve our organizational goals," said Sabres General Manager Jason Botterill. "His approach to the game aligns with the way we envision our hockey team playing and we're excited to see where his leadership will take us in the future."' … [Read more...] about Phil Housley named head coach of Buffalo Sabres