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'The 2021 NHL Expansion Draft presented by Upper Deck will be held July 21 at 8 p.m. on ESPN2. The Kraken will select one player from each team excluding the Vegas Golden Knights for a total of 30 (at least 14 forwards, nine defensemen and three goalies).' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce protected list ahead of Seattle Expansion Draft

'The Swissvale, Pennsylvania native joined the Penguins as a team consultant beginning in 2015, providing analysis that helped the organization capture back-to-back Stanley Cup titles in 2016 and 2017. He was promoted to director of analytics prior to the 2017-18 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Sam Ventura as VP of Hockey Strategy and Research

'"When Kevyn offered me the position of interim head coach, I wanted that. That was on the core of everything that I wanted to try and bring to our team, to find a way to try and get our players to experience something like that, to play for something greater than just themselves."' … [Read more...] about ‘He’s there now’ | How Don Granato earned the Sabres’ head coaching job

'Granato, 53, joined the Sabres as an assistant coach prior to the 2019-20 season. He was elevated to interim head coach on March 17 of last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres name Don Granato head coach

'Granato comes from a decorated hockey family. His younger sister, Cammi, is an Olympic gold medalist and in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Older brother Tony spent two decades playing and coaching in the NHL before taking over behind the bench at his and Don's alma mater, the University of Wisconsin.' … [Read more...] about 5 things to know about Sabres head coach Don Granato

''"I knew what kind of player [Robert] was because I played against him in the junior days in the Quebec league," Perreault recalled. "He was a big star in Three Rivers (Quebec) and he was an amazing junior player, so I knew what kind of player he was. He had the great speed and great shot and he had a great vision of the game. It was an easy game for me and Rico to play with … [Read more...] about Members of the hockey community pay tribute to Rene Robert

'Rene was a tremendous player, teammate and person and truly loved this organization. His accomplishments on the ice as a member of the French Connection speak for themselves, but his impact in the community continued long past his playing career. Our thoughts are with Rene's family and friends during this difficult time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres alumnus Rene Robert passes away at age 72

'"Kim and I were saddened to hear the devastating news of Rene Robert's passing," Sabres owner Terry Pegula said. "When we first took over as owners, the members of The French Connection were three of the first people to welcome us to the organization. During our time with the team, Rene has been one of the most active alumni and we've grown to know him well over the past 10 … [Read more...] about Remembering Buffalo Sabres legend Rene Robert

'Rene has been a fixture in our community since his days playing with the French Connection - a true legend on and off the ice.' … [Read more...] about Sabres issue statement regarding Rene Robert

'Peterka, 19, was selected by Buffalo in the second round (34th overall) of the 2020 NHL Draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Peterka to entry-level contract

'Arttu Ruotsalainen took home a silver medal with Finland's 3-2 overtime loss to Canada in the gold medal game at the IIHF World Championship on Sunday. Tage Thompson and the United States left with bronze after a 6-1 win over J-J Peterka, Tobias Rieder, and Germany.' … [Read more...] about World Championship | 3 Sabres take home medals

'Cozens carried the momentum into his second NHL camp and earned his spot on the opening night roster. He was eased into the league on the wing and prioritized defense early but was challenged with top-line minutes at center late in the season, including one stretch that saw him tally seven points in eight games during April.' … [Read more...] about Looking back on the 7 rookies who debuted for the Sabres in 2020-21

'Tobias Rieder tallied an assist as all four participating Sabres players advanced to the semifinal round with victories at the IIHF World Championship on Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres at Worlds | Four players to compete in semifinal round

'University of Michigan defenseman Owen Power, a puck mover who blends mobility with a 6-foot-6, 213-pound frame, is considered the top North American prospect by NHL Central Scouting Services.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to select 1st overall at 2021 NHL Draft

'"It's a big step in the right direction of where we're headed and we're excited to add this young next great Buffalo Sabres player to our franchise," Adams said.' … [Read more...] about ‘It’s a big step’ | Adams looks ahead following Sabres’ lottery win