'Norris, 25, is a two-way center with scoring upside, specializing in power play efficiency. This season, he has 20 goals and 13 assists in 53 games. In his career, Norris has 90 goals and 156 points in 236 games. Norris is under contract through 2031 with a cap hit of $7.95 million per season.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres and Ottawa Senators make huge trade headlined by Josh Norris and Dylan Cozens swap
The Sabres Report - Mar 8, 2025
Henri Jokiharju shipped up to Boston for 4th-round pick in 2026 NHL Draft
'As trade rumors ramped up over the past couple of weeks, Jokiharju's name frequently popped up as a potential trade target Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams would shop around. On Friday, he found a deal.' … [Read more...] about Henri Jokiharju shipped up to Boston for 4th-round pick in 2026 NHL Draft
Sabres trade deadline tracker: Cozens sent to Ottawa for F Norris
'The Sabres enter trade deadline day 24-31-6 on the season, last in both the Atlantic Division and Eastern Conference. They sit 13 points out of a playoff spot and would have to pass eight teams in 24 games to get there. They’d need to earn 36 of a possible 42 points (.857) just to make it to 90, which still might not be enough to get in.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade deadline tracker: Cozens sent to Ottawa for F Norris
Hamilton: Cozens trade a good start for Adams and Sabres
'If Terry Pegula is going to keep Adams as his GM, this is the type of trade he has to keep making. I think it’s obvious to any fan that this core group isn’t good enough as is and on Friday, Adams took responsibility for that.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Cozens trade a good start for Adams and Sabres
Buffalo Sabres trade Dylan Cozens; active at NHL Trade Deadline
'The Buffalo Sabres shipped former first round pick Dylan Cozens to Ottawa in their biggest trade at the deadline.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres trade Dylan Cozens; active at NHL Trade Deadline
Sabres sign Zucker to 2-year contract extension
'Zucker, 33, is now under contract through the 2026-27 season. He’d previously been scheduled for unrestricted free agency this summer.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Zucker to 2-year contract extension
Sabres acquire Josh Norris and Jacob Bernard-Docker from Senators
'Norris, 24, is tied for second on the Senators with 20 goals in 53 games played this season. He also has 13 assists for 33 points, which ranks sixth on the team. The centerman is signed through 2029-30 with an average annual value of $7.95 million.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Josh Norris and Jacob Bernard-Docker from Senators
Sabres acquire 2026 4th-round pick from Bruins
'Jokiharju recorded six points (3+3) and averaged 16:18 of ice time in 42 games with the Sabres this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire 2026 4th-round pick from Bruins
Sabres acquire defenseman Erik Brannstrom from Rangers
'Brannstrom, 25, recorded eight points (3+5) in 28 games this season with Vancouver before being traded to New York on Jan. 31. Since the trade, the 5-foot-10 defenseman has played with Hartford (AHL).' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire defenseman Erik Brannstrom from Rangers
Sabres add 'true center' in Norris, extend Zucker ahead of trade deadline
'Adams admitted it was a hard day – one that included an emotional parting conversation with Cozens, who Adams complimented for his commitment to the Sabres since being drafted to the organization in 2019. But ultimately, it was a good day for the future of the organization, which included the signing of a key veteran in Jason Zucker to a two-year extension. “In this job, you … [Read more...] about Sabres add ‘true center’ in Norris, extend Zucker ahead of trade deadline
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
The Rocket comes back and steals the first place (Journal de Montreal) Amerks unable to hold lead in 4-3 loss to Rocket (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Mar 7, 2025
Takeaways from a Lightning strike in Tampa: Sabres blow another multi-goal lead in 6-5 loss
'The Sabres outshot Tampa Bay, 12-6, in the third period but couldn't score. The game ended with Buffalo holding a 6-on-3 advantage after Brandon Hagel went off for tripping with 1:54 left and Ryan McDonagh was nailed for high sticking with 17 seconds to go.' … [Read more...] about Takeaways from a Lightning strike in Tampa: Sabres blow another multi-goal lead in 6-5 loss
Mike Harrington: At a crossroad point of season and Kevyn Adams' career, we're back to palm trees
'There is no way to resist the symbolism on this day. Another Sabres season has gone down the drain as we head into Friday’s NHL trade deadline, and the palms that might serve as GM Kevyn Adams’ career epitaph are going to be the backdrop for his latest attempt at jerry-rigging this roster.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: At a crossroad point of season and Kevyn Adams’ career, we’re back to palm trees
Jordan Greenway on going for Sabres' contract extension: 'I've had a tremendous time here'
'“I just believe in what everyone’s trying to do here, the guys, the city, everything about it,” Greenway said Thursday after the team’s pregame skate in Amalie Arena prior to playing the Tampa Bay Lightning. “I’ve had a tremendous time here. I think we’ve got a good group here, a group that’s building towards our ultimate goal, and want to be a part of it.”' … [Read more...] about Jordan Greenway on going for Sabres’ contract extension: ‘I’ve had a tremendous time here’
Rochester’s Noah Ostlund establishing himself as Sabres’ top prospect
'“There’s little moments of the season where he keeps getting better,” Leone said.' … [Read more...] about Rochester’s Noah Ostlund establishing himself as Sabres’ top prospect