'The largest saving is this upcoming season, when the Sabres will save $7.55 million with Skinner still on their cap for just $1.44 million.' … [Read more...] about Why buying out Jeff Skinner made sense for the Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres Report - Jun 30, 2024
Buffalo Sabres leave a lot left to be desired after 2024 NHL Draft
'So then we head into Saturday and just five minutes before the start of the second and final day of the draft it happens. The Sabres made a trade. But the result left a lot of fans scratching their head.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres leave a lot left to be desired after 2024 NHL Draft
Sabres buying out Jeff Skinner, opening $7.5M in cap space
'The move will provide Buffalo about $7.5 million in immediate salary cap relief, and the Sabres could have more than $30 million in cap space available for the start of free agency on Monday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres buying out Jeff Skinner, opening $7.5M in cap space
Sabres start process of buying out Jeff Skinner's contract, GM Adams says
'After Skinner posted 82 points the previous season, the now 32-year-old forward saw a significant dip in production this past year, tallying 46 points in 74 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres start process of buying out Jeff Skinner’s contract, GM Adams says
Sabres acquire forward Beck Malenstyn from Capitals
'The 6'3", 200 pound forward tallied 21 points in 81 games last season. The 26-year-old forward brings value on the penalty kill, leading the Capitals' forwards in time on ice while shorthanded (211:32), ranking 5th in the NHL in that category last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire forward Beck Malenstyn from Capitals
Who did the Sabres pick in the 2024 NHL Draft?
'Here is a recap of the Sabres 2024 draft selections.' … [Read more...] about Who did the Sabres pick in the 2024 NHL Draft?
Sabres acquire Malenstyn from Capitals
'Malenstyn, 26, set career highs in goals (6), assists (15), and points (21) in 81 games last season. The 6-foot-3, 200-pound forward ranked fifth among NHL forwards in shorthanded time on ice (211:32) while leading Capitals forwards in blocked shots (93) and all Capitals players in hits (241). He was on the ice for 562 defensive-zone faceoffs at 5-on-5, which ranked third in … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Malenstyn from Capitals
Meet the Buffalo Sabres' 2024 Draft Class
'Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams believes that Helenius could be ready for pro hockey soon.' … [Read more...] about Meet the Buffalo Sabres’ 2024 Draft Class
Final takeaways from the 2024 NHL Draft in Las Vegas
'The other, ongoing objective – which will continue with the start of free agency at noon on Monday and into the remainder of the offseason – was to pursue avenues to improve the NHL roster. Adams emphasized being harder to play against as one area he hoped to address.' … [Read more...] about Final takeaways from the 2024 NHL Draft in Las Vegas
Top quotes from the 2024 NHL Draft
'“Two-way defenseman," he said. "I can shut down other teams’ top players. I like to break out the puck well and join the rush.”' … [Read more...] about Top quotes from the 2024 NHL Draft
The Sabres Report - Jun 29, 2024
Sabres eager to get first-round pick Konsta Helenius to North America
'“He’s a player that could be (in Finland), he could be in Buffalo, Rochester,” Sabres General Manager Kevyn Adams said. “Really, anything’s on the table. So obviously, it’s only been a little bit of time here since our pick was announced but certainly something we’ll get into right away with his agent and start that conversation. ... We want to hear what the player has to say … [Read more...] about Sabres eager to get first-round pick Konsta Helenius to North America
Mike Harrington: Sabres are (naturally) thrilled with another first-rounder, but what about the deals?
'They kept the pick and took another kid. Hmm. If you want to, that’s one way to encapsulate the Buffalo Sabres’ night at the NHL draft in the utterly spectacular Sphere. And the connotations of that short sentence aren’t great.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres are (naturally) thrilled with another first-rounder, but what about the deals?
Sabres free agency preview: Kevyn Adams looks to use cap space to reshape roster
'The Sabres had approximately $23.5 million in salary cap space next season before the first round of the NHL draft began Friday night, according to CapFriendly.com, and Adams wanted to use a bulk of that money on upgrades, whether it be through a trade or unrestricted free agency.' … [Read more...] about Sabres free agency preview: Kevyn Adams looks to use cap space to reshape roster
Sabres select center Konsta Helenius 14th overall at the NHL Draft
'Facing stronger and more experienced talent, the 5-foot-11, 189-pound Helenius has stood out. Last season, he scored 14 goals and 36 points in 51 games and added two goals and six points in six playoff contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select center Konsta Helenius 14th overall at the NHL Draft
Kevyn Adams believes Kyle Okposo left lasting impact with Sabres
'“I’m fortunate enough to know how special a feeling that is,” Adams said Thursday in the Wynn Hotel prior to the NHL Draft.' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams believes Kyle Okposo left lasting impact with Sabres