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'"This player has the upside that often you don't get at that spot at the draft," Adams said. "The way the list was falling, we were starting to get pretty excited this player might be there for us. So, we're excited to welcome Zach, and I guess we like Winnipeg kids."' … [Read more...] about 1st-round pick Benson ‘checked all boxes’ for Sabres

'Adams reiterated the Sabres' interest in re-signing forward Tyson Jost, who is a pending restricted free agent. "We've talked to [Jost's representatives] for the last number of weeks about how he's someone we'd love to have back and the ball's in his court a little bit now," Adams said.' … [Read more...] about Draft Notebook | 8 notes from Nashville ahead of Round 1

'The team's longest homestand of the season will take place from January 9 through January 20 (against Seattle, Ottawa, Vancouver, San Jose, Chicago and Tampa Bay).' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2023-24 regular-season schedule

'Power is joined by fellow defenseman Jake Sanderson, forwards Matty Beniers, Wyatt Johnston and Matias Maccelli, and goaltender Stuart Skinner. He is the 10th player in Sabres history to earn an All-Rookie selection and the first since Victor Olofsson in 2019-20.' … [Read more...] about Power named to NHL All-Rookie Team

'The 26-year-old native of Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec appeared in one NHL game for the Sabres last season. He was a leader on the blue line for the Rochester Americans, recording 23 points (11+12) in 66 AHL games. He posted six points (1+5) in 14 Calder Cup Playoff games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Davies to 1-year contract

'"I think from maybe the public perception there could be a surprise because I've been shocked to see on some mock drafts, a lack of defensemen near the top of the draft," he said. "I think there's a handful of defensemen in this draft that could be really good long-term NHL players that are worthy of top-15 picks in the NHL draft."' … [Read more...] about Draft Preview | 4 defensemen who could be available at 13th overall

'The Sabres acquired Cecconi, 26, from the Dallas Stars last December. The Youngstown, New York native tallied eight points (3+5) in 41 regular-season games with the Rochester Americans and then added five points (2+3) in 14 playoff contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Cecconi to 1-year deal

'To fit with what NHL Director of Central Scouting Dan Marr is calling the "year for the skilled, speedy forwards," here are seven more forwards who could be options for the Sabres with the 13th pick.' … [Read more...] about Draft Preview | 7 (more) forwards who could be available at 13th overall

'Since this year's draft features several highly skilled and fast forwards, we will start by profiling seven who could be selected by the Sabres with the 13th pick. On Friday, we will examine seven more.' … [Read more...] about Draft Preview | 7 forwards who could be available at 13th overall

'"We want to improve. If deals make sense, then we're going to look at all scenarios. But in terms of compromising our sustainable success, I think you have to be really careful with that. And you guys (in the media) know me well enough now, I think you have to go into this very methodical, calm and flesh everything out and make sure that ultimately the decisions you make are … [Read more...] about 7 Takeaways | Adams, Forton preview Draft, look ahead to offseason

'The team will open up its preseason schedule in Washington on September 24 before returning home to host the Boston Bruins on September 26.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2023-24 preseason schedule

'Winning Kraft Hockeyville will help West Lorne Arena complete a range of upgrades including a new front entrance with more accessible larger doors, new dressing rooms to accommodate more players and an expanded warm room for families and fans. Each winning community receives $250,000 for arena upgrades.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to play Maple Leafs in preseason game as part of Kraft Hockeyville

'Girgensons, 29, is the longest-tenured Sabres player with 625 games played spanning 10 seasons, the past two of which he has spent as an alternate captain. He expressed his desire to remain with the organization during his end-of-season press conference in March.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Girgensons to 1-year contract

'The Buffalo Sabres have signed forward Lukas Rousek to a two-year contract with an average annual value of $775,000, the team announced Tuesday evening.' … [Read more...] about Rousek returns on 2-year contract

'"He's obviously been through a lot of adversity and that shows a lot. Credit to him for his character and being able to push through and develop and earn it," Wood said. "He's obviously a great role model and a great person and somebody I really look up to."' … [Read more...] about UConn forward Wood seeks to follow in Thompson’s footsteps