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'When was the last time the Sabres had a call-up from Rochester who made a significant, extended impact? That's not even a rhetorical question -- it took me a few minutes to figure that out with some help from the lovely users of Twitter.' … [Read more...] about Bove: Sabres should, and will, use Penguins as blueprint for success

'If the move doesn't work out it shouldn't hurt the Sabres long term, so who cares? With the crop of unrestricted free agents available on July 1 and the upcoming NHL draft class, the Sabres and new GM Jason Botterill needed to get a bit creative and taking a shot on Antipin makes a ton of sense.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make it offical, sign Victor Antipin to one-year ELC

'That being said, I'm a firm believer that the Sabres should revert back to the shade of blue we saw featured on their 40th-anniversary jerseys. Take the jerseys the Sabres have now, get rid of the silver lines and change the primary color from navy blue to royal blue. Gorgeous.' … [Read more...] about Bove: It’s time for the Sabres to lighten up

'"While it's clear that he is unlikely to be a top pair guy, I think some of his qualities will carry over to the NHL. A lot depends on the coach. What will be his tasks on the ice, and how long it will take for him to adjust to North American sized surface? Obviously, we are unlikely to see him play the same game he was allowed to in KHL, but I'm confident that one thing he … [Read more...] about Who is Viktor Antipin & what can Sabres fans expect?

'Antipin, 24, tallied 24 points (8G, 16A) in 59 games played with a plus 10 plus/minus rating with Metallurg Magnitogorsk of the KHL this season. Antipin added 11 points (7G, 4A) in 18 playoff games and was named the top defensive player in the KHL Finals (Gagarin Cup) where his team fell to Ilya Kovalchuk and Pavel Datsyuk of SKA Saint Petersburg.' … [Read more...] about Report: Antipin set to sign with Sabres

'According to NHL reporter Chuck Gormley, Washington Capitals associate coachTodd Reirden is a candidate for bench boss with the Blue & Gold.' … [Read more...] about Report: Caps assistant Todd Reirden candidate for Sabres head coach

'This is a great hire. It may have taken a little longer than we initially thought but from all accounts, Botterill is worth the wait.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make it official, Jason Botterill named GM

'While with the Penguins, Botterill achieved consistent success with the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins, Pittsburgh's AHL affiliate. The new Sabres GM used players like Jake Guentzel and Bryan Rust as examples of how to develop within an organization. If you've watched Pittsburgh recently you know what Botterill is talking about.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Jason Botterill introduced as Sabres GM

'In 2008, the Sabres lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1 in a shootout.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to play Rangers in 2018 Winter Classic

'We're now at day 16, but with all signs pointing to Penguins Associate General Manager Jason Botterill as the "last candidate standing", could the Sabres be waiting until the conclusion of Pittsburgh's second round playoff matchup against the New York Rangers concludes? At least one NHL Insider believes so.' … [Read more...] about Are the Sabres waiting to announce hiring of GM until after Penguins series?

'Ken Campbell of The Hockey News reported late Friday night Los Angeles Kings Assistant General Manager Mike Futa was informed he was no longer in consideration for the position with the Blue & Gold.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres inform Mike Futa he’s no longer under GM consideration

'Botterill, 40, has spent the last ten seasons in Pittsburgh and helped construct two Stanely Cup winning teams. While in Pittsburgh, Botterill climbed the ranks quickly, starting as a director of hockey administration in 2007. Just two years later Botterill was named an assistant general manager.' … [Read more...] about Report: Botterill has second interview with Sabres

'"His track record really proceeds him, he's done a fantastic job wherever he's been, especially now in Pittsburgh," former Sabres teammate and hockey analyst Martin Biron said on the phone Tuesday. "I thought he was a very good candidate when he interviewed a couple years back, but I didn't think it was ready for it."' … [Read more...] about Who is Jason Botterill? Meet Sabres GM candidate

'According to SportsNet's Eric Francis, Calgary Assistant General Manager Craig Conroy spoke to ownership on Monday. All of this comes on the heels of the Flames announcing they re-signed GM Brad Treliving to a multi-year extension.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres interview Craig Conroy for GM

'KHL insider Aivis Kalnins is also reporting that a deal between the Sabres and Antipin could get done before the upcoming IIHF World Championships conclude, which appeared to be the initial timetable. Kalnins says the timetable has changed because other NHL teams appear interested and the Sabres want to ensure they can get a deal finalized.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres could sign Antipin sooner than expected