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'However, it may be time now to accept the cruel fate of this COVID-19 world and realize that what was once thought to be fair value for Ristolainen is now no longer available.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Why trading Ristolainen should still be a priority

'The Buffalo Sabres have three restricted free agents that are scheduled to meet with a league arbiter this fall, which includes forwards Sam Reinhart and Victor Olofsson, as well as goalie Linus Ullmark.' … [Read more...] about Arbitration dates are set for three Sabres restricted free agents

'"We knew it was going to be a unique marketplace coming into free agency," Hall said on Monday while meeting with the Buffalo media on a Zoom conference call. "It went from wanting to get a six- or seven-year contract to thinking maybe a one-year deal might be best for me financially and personally. Then we can see what the landscape of the NHL and, really, the whole U.S. and … [Read more...] about Hall was open to playing in Buffalo before free agency began

'"We both made it clear to each other that this could turn into something long term. We were both comfortable starting the way we did. I do think it's really important that this signing underlines the commitment that Terry and Kim have always showed, since the day they became owners."' … [Read more...] about Adams: Hall is ‘an elite type of player’ to ignite our roster

'"Going into our planning leading up to free agency, obviously starting with the conversations with Terry and Kim [Pegula], we begun to put together what we would love to see this roster look like," Adams said. "I think the fact that we did this signing with Taylor underlines ownership's commitment. They have proven that over and over again in this city, and what they have done … [Read more...] about Adams hopes Sabres establish long-term relationship with Hall

'"It's a trust level that Taylor and I have out of the past, and over the past decade here. [I thought] that we had a chance emotionally, but where his mind was at and what his options were you never know in a process like this. We're extremely pleased that he's committed to us, and although it's a one-year deal, he's planning for a run here with Buffalo and this is a good way … [Read more...] about Krueger: Hall is ‘a powerful addition to our lineup’

'Where the Sabres may have had an advantage with attracting Hall is with head coach Ralph Krueger. Hall spoke highly of his former head coach in Edmonton when speaking with Lance Lysowski from The Buffalo News back in December, saying that he really enjoyed playing for him with the Oilers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign winger Taylor Hall to one-year deal

'Just because a player has filed for salary arbitration does not mean that they will officially meet with a league arbiter when scheduled. The team and the players can negotiate a contract and sign a new deal at any point beforehand.' … [Read more...] about Three Sabres file for salary arbitration

'Montour could have been the fourth Sabres player to file for arbitration on Saturday along with forwards Sam Reinhart and Victor Olofsson, as well as goalie Linus Ullmark. However, he has signed a new one-year deal worth $3.85 million.' … [Read more...] about Sabres and Montour come to terms on one-year contract

'Standing at 6-foot and 183 pounds, Eakin is a strong two-way presence down the middle who can be a solid third- or fourth-line center. He does not have a high offensive upside, but he can be a solid penalty killer and useful in the defensive end.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres sign Eakin to two-year deal

'This past season was a nice bounce back year for Girgensons as he scored 12 goals and registered seven assists for 19 points in all 69 games played before the regular season was halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. His 12 goals are his highest total since his career-year back in his second season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Girgensons to three-year contract

'The 27-year-old just came off a season with the Calgary Flames where he scored four goals and registered six assists for 10 points in 55 games. In 10 playoff games with the Flames, Rieder was a solid depth piece for Calgary's run in the Edmonton bubble, scoring three goals and picking up two assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign forward Tobias Rieder to one-year deal

'The left-handed shot defenseman has been around the NHL for some time, spending time with the San Jose Sharks, Boston Bruins, Nashville Predators and Anaheim Ducks over eight seasons. In 359 career games played, Irwin has put up 22 goals and 60 assists for 82 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink defenseman Matt Irwin to one-year contract

'The 29-year-old defenseman has been primarily a depth defenseman for his entire career in the NHL, amassing 174 games played in parts of six seasons. In stints with the Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, New York Islanders, Chicago Blackhawks, Calgary Flames and San Jose Sharks, Davidson has scored nine goals and registered 14 assists for 23 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign defenseman Brandon Davidson to one-year deal

'"Buffalo is on the list of teams that are expected to talk and present to Taylor Hall," Dreger said with Andrew Peters, Craig Rivet and Martin Biron on The Instigators on WGR. "Where Buffalo is on Taylor Hall's list? We will find out probably within the next few hours. That's interesting to me. That doesn't tell me that the Buffalo Sabres are a team here that are just simply … [Read more...] about Dreger: Sabres expected to talk to Taylor Hall in free agency