'This year, no trades were made in the entire first round.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: NHL teams reluctant to trade top-10 draft picks
The Sabres Report - Jun 29, 2023
It’s a heist
'However, it’s not just about the points with Benson, it’s his speed in transition, hockey IQ making every correct decision with the puck and his attention to detail on defense makes him a well-rounded player. It keeps happening where small, skilled players fall in the draft and Buffalo boasting large forwards such as Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch is glad to take the short … [Read more...] about It’s a heist
Sabres select left winger Zach Benson with 13th pick in 2023 NHL Draft
'This past season saw Benson produce a torrent pace on the wing with 36 goals and 62 assists for 98 points in 60 games. In 15 playoff games with the Ice, Benson was able to net seven goals and tack on 10 assists for 17 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select left winger Zach Benson with 13th pick in 2023 NHL Draft
Benson excited to share same NHL jersey as Savoie
'"Me and 'Sav' [Savoie] played the whole year together on the same line, [penalty] kill together, power play together. Now to share the same NHL jersey, it’s pretty amazing,” said Benson as he met with the assembled media in Nashville.' … [Read more...] about Benson excited to share same NHL jersey as Savoie
Kevyn Adams tried to get the Sabres back into the first round of the draft
'When you look through the history of the NHL Draft, the 13th overall pick hasn’t produced many great players. Adams said when he got Benson, he saw better skill than what usually pops up at 13, “You’ve heard me talk about projection and we felt like this player has the upside that often you don’t get at that spot in the draft, so the way the list was falling, we started to get … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams tried to get the Sabres back into the first round of the draft
Sabres select Zach Benson, with 13th overall pick
'Benson's makes up for his small size with his skillset. The Winnipeg standout was linemates with Sabres prospect Matt Savoie where he scored a team-high 98 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Zach Benson, with 13th overall pick
Sabres draft forward Zach Benson, junior linemate of ’22 top pick Matt Savoie
'Ranked by NHL Central Scouting as the sixth North American skater in his draft class, Benson is a skilled playmaker at 5-foot-10, 160 pounds. With experience playing center and left wing in junior hockey, Benson’s body and game fit the profile of Savoie and other recent draft picks made by Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams.' … [Read more...] about Sabres draft forward Zach Benson, junior linemate of ’22 top pick Matt Savoie
Sabres select forward Zach Benson 13th overall
'Benson is now joining his former teammate on the the Winnipeg ICE, Matt Savoie in the Sabres organization. He led Winnipeg with 98 points (36+62) in 60 games and is ranked 2nd among all WHL skaters with 6 shorthanded goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select forward Zach Benson 13th overall
Sabres select forward Zach Benson 13th overall
'Benson is a skilled winger, tenacious player, outstanding defensive forward — and he's only 18 years old.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select forward Zach Benson 13th overall
Buffalo Sabres Select Zach Benson with 13th pick in NHL Draft
'The 18-year-old forward played for the Winnipeg Ice for a couple years and last season he had 98 total points. He made those points up by being a goal maker on the ice with 62 assists, and also a scorer cranking in 36 goals.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Select Zach Benson with 13th pick in NHL Draft
Sabres select Benson with 13th-overall pick in 2023 NHL Draft
'The 5-foot-10, 170-pound native of Chilliwack, British Columbia recorded 98 points (36+62) in 60 regular-season games for the Winnipeg Ice of the WHL. He added seven goals and 10 assists in 15 playoff games, playing alongside Sabres prospect Matt Savoie.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Benson with 13th-overall pick in 2023 NHL Draft
1st-round pick Benson 'checked all boxes' for Sabres
'"This player has the upside that often you don't get at that spot at the draft," Adams said. "The way the list was falling, we were starting to get pretty excited this player might be there for us. So, we're excited to welcome Zach, and I guess we like Winnipeg kids."' … [Read more...] about 1st-round pick Benson ‘checked all boxes’ for Sabres
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Jiri Kulich: Season in review (Amerks.com) Isak Rosen: Season in review (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jun 28, 2023
Inside the Sabres' scouting process leading into drafts under GM Kevyn Adams
'It’s too soon to have a full picture of the Sabres’ recent drafts, but there haven’t been any clear misses and early success stories have accelerated General Manager Kevyn Adams’ plan to build a sustainable winner. Jack Quinn and JJ Peterka, their top choices in 2020, contributed during the club’s 91-point season. Owen Power, the No. 1 pick in 2021, was a finalist for the … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres’ scouting process leading into drafts under GM Kevyn Adams
Mike Harrington: The hockey chatter and the music make quite a buzz as Sabres get ready to make their pick
'“It is super fascinating this year,” Adams said. “In my time as general manager, I can’t think of anything even kind of close to this where you have such a unique situation. I think all teams are having this conversation of the risk reward. Where’s he gonna go? Obviously he’s an elite player.”' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The hockey chatter and the music make quite a buzz as Sabres get ready to make their pick