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'"It's a scenario where you're trying to balance things out," he said. "You're trying to make improvements, you're trying to bring people in - players that are going to help our organization right away. You always have to have a look on the long term. We can't be sacrificing young players -- we can't be sacrificing draft picks for a short term fix."' … [Read more...] about GM Jason Botterill isn’t interested in a “quick fix” for the Sabres

'The numbers don't jump off the page but it's important to remember, Davidsson is an 18-year-old playing against grown men. Very often young players see a massive spike in point production when they return to tournaments like the Under 20 World Junior Championships. Chances are, Davidsson will represent Sweden at the World Juniors in Buffalo this year.' … [Read more...] about Breaking down the Buffalo Sabres picks on day two of the NHL Draft

'"You know our job and I think you want to be in a situation where you're developing players," Botterill said. "I trust the college level. It doesn't mean -- I think the junior way is a very good way, too. Everyone wants to say what is the best way. There's no best way, but I feel very comfortable with players and developing them in that scenario."' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospects & the pros: What’s next for Casey Mittelstadt?

'More recently, Ruff was the head coach of the Dallas Stars, making two playoff appearances in four seasons. After the 2016-2017 season, Ruff was fired after the Stars failed to make the playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Report: Lindy Ruff will join New York Rangers as an assistant coach

'Mittelstadt grew up 30 minutes down the road from new Sabres head coach Phil Housley. It may take Mittelstadt some time to get to the NHL and play for Housley, but few players in the 2017 Draft have the potential Mittelstadt does.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres draft Casey Mittelstadt with 8th overall pick

'The 22-year-old standout netminder shined while with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish for the past three seasons. Last year, Petersen posted an impressive .926 save percentage and 2.22 goals against average while appearing in 40 games.' … [Read more...] about Cal Petersen heading to free agency, unlikely to sign with Sabres

'Have no fear, there are some intriguing defensive prospects still available on day two.' … [Read more...] about Potential targets for the Buffalo Sabres on Day 2 on the NHL Draft

'Sabres first home game vs. Toronto -- March 5th.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2017-2018 schedule

'Yes, Carrier is a nice prospect to have in the organization but sometimes you need to give up a good piece to either acquire or in this case, protect another good piece. We don't know for sure, but it's believed by many that exposing Carrier was a way that Jason Botterill and the Sabres could ensure that goaltender Linus Ullmark wasn't going anywhere.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will lose William Carrier to Vegas Golden Knights in expansion draft

'What's concerning is that Kane is set to become an unrestricted free-agent who will likely sign a pretty hefty contract. The Sabres have some wiggle room but also have to pay Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart relatively soon.' … [Read more...] about 3 biggest post-expansion draft questions for the Buffalo Sabres

'If I was a betting man, and this is just a hunch, I wouldn't get too excited about a potential royal blue jersey until 2020. It just makes too much sense.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unveil new Adidas jerseys for 2017-2018 season

'It will be the second ever game between NHL teams at the Pegula Ice Arena since it opened in October of 2013. Last year, the Sabres opened their preseason schedule there against the Minnesota Wild.' … [Read more...] about Sabres return to Pegula Ice Arena during 2017 preseason

'The Sabres protected list looks a lot like many of us imagined it would. Nothing shocking, but I was a little surprised the Sabres made 22-year-old William Carrier available to the Vegas Golden Knights. He has plenty of upside and he's a nice player who will likely play in the league for awhile.' … [Read more...] about Bogosian, Moulson, Carrier & Ullmark headline players left unprotected by Sabres

'Beaulieu will provide an upgrade to the Sabres defensive unit. After scoring 28 points (4 goals, 24 assists) in 74 games a season ago, he's earned a reputation as a d-man who can move the puck.' … [Read more...] about Nathan Beaulieu looking forward to fresh start in Buffalo

'Beaulieu is viewed by analysts as an upgrade to the Sabres D-corps with his size along with his ability to skate and move the puck.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade 3rd round pick for D Nathan Beaulieu