'There was a skeleton crew of forwards – only eight, as compared to 11 defensemen on the ice. There were almost as many goalies as there were forwards: Five, including this year’s draftees, Samuel Meloche and Yevgeni Prokhorov.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospects kick off development camp, after an eventful NHL draft weekend
The Sabres Report - Jul 1, 2025
Mike Harrington: Tuesday is a huge day for Sabres. The mandate to Kevyn Adams is to do something
'So don’t expect the Sabres to be involved in any big names on Tuesday. They have to float in secondary areas, and you have to give Adams some credit for last summer’s one-year, $5 million contract to Jason Zucker. Aside from playing well, Zucker brought a badly needed adult-in-the-room presence, talked about how much he enjoyed it here and re-signed for two more years.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Tuesday is a huge day for Sabres. The mandate to Kevyn Adams is to do something
Questions and answers that face the Sabres as they prepare for start of free agency
'Right around $20.8 million, according to Puckpedia.com. That’s as of Monday afternoon, after the acquisitions of Kesselring and Doan from Utah and Conor Timmins and Isaac Belliveau from Pittsburgh, and the signing of Quinn. The salary cap for the 2025-26 season is $95.5 million, and the cap floor is $70.6 million. The Sabres have a projected cap hit in the neighborhood of … [Read more...] about Questions and answers that face the Sabres as they prepare for start of free agency
Kevyn Adams comfortable with Devon Levi and UPL, but will Sabres add veteran goalie in free agency?
'Levi, having registered a 2.28 goals-against average and .922 save percentage in the minors, has made a strong case he’s ready to graduate to the big leagues again.' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams comfortable with Devon Levi and UPL, but will Sabres add veteran goalie in free agency?
Sabres don’t extend qualifying offers to Jacob Bernard-Docker, three others
'The Sabres could still be interested in re-signing Bernard-Docker, a right shot. Last year, they re-signed defenseman Jacob Bryson to a cheaper contract after not qualifying him.' … [Read more...] about Sabres don’t extend qualifying offers to Jacob Bernard-Docker, three others
Sabres fortify defense in busy draft weekend
'While Buffalo’s left side has Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power anchoring things, right-handed defensemen have been harder to come by, and the Sabres response was swift. Each of Buffalo’s first two selections was used on a right-handed defenseman, and the Sabres swung a trade to immediately plug a hole on that side of the lineup as well.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fortify defense in busy draft weekend
Sabres' work now turns to Byram solution, NHL Free Agency
'"I had a great conversation with Bo 1-on-1, understanding where he’s at. He loves his teammates, he loves being a Sabre, but he also understands that he has this window in his career, and what does that look like with other opportunities," Adams said. "We talked about that, and I’ve had a lot of conversations with [his agent] Darren Ferris. I’ve just been very honest with him, … [Read more...] about Sabres’ work now turns to Byram solution, NHL Free Agency
Day by day approach for new Buffalo Sabres defenseman Radim Mrtka at Development Camp
'"His puck skills at the skills session were pretty good for a big man," Rochester Americans head coach Michael Leone said. "It was really impressive to see the size, skating ability, and puck skills."' … [Read more...] about Day by day approach for new Buffalo Sabres defenseman Radim Mrtka at Development Camp
Sabres extend qualifying offers to 6 players
'The Buffalo Sabres have extended qualifying offers to forwards Tyson Kozak and Ryan McLeod; defensemen Bowen Byram, Ryan Johnson, and Conor Timmins; and goaltender Devon Levi.' … [Read more...] about Sabres extend qualifying offers to 6 players
Sabres announce 2025 development camp roster
'The Buffalo Sabres’ 2025 development camp runs from Monday through Thursday at LECOM Harborcenter, with ninth-overall pick Radim Mrtka and the rest of the organization’s 2025 draft class joining a collection of other Sabres prospects for instructions, workouts and on-ice sessions.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2025 development camp roster
2025 Development Camp: Day One notebook
'For many, today’s hour-long practice session served as an unofficial introduction to the organization. The players were put through a series of drills that emphasized conditioning and skill development. Most importantly, though, it was an opportunity to acclimatize themselves with the Sabres specific style of play and make a positive first impression on those who were watching … [Read more...] about 2025 Development Camp: Day One notebook
Kopff looking to ‘make an impression’ at development camp
'The experience with Vegas can be viewed as a taste. An appetizer for Kopff, who used that NHL experience to his advantage when returning to school at Brown University for his sophomore season last fall. A year after posting 18 points (6+12), Kopff scored nine goals as part of a 28-point season to earn him Ivy League honors, while also receiving ECAC Third All-Star Team … [Read more...] about Kopff looking to ‘make an impression’ at development camp
The Sabres Report - Jun 30, 2025
Sabres forecast team's identity as draft closes, free agency approaches
'A review of the Sabres’ nine draft picks on Friday and Saturday, though, reveals just that about this year’s crop of newcomers to the organization. They’re rangy, athletic and bring a certain edge.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forecast team’s identity as draft closes, free agency approaches
Mike Harrington: Lindy Ruff is making Kevyn Adams build his roster his way
'It’s no coincidence Peterka and Clifton are gone. It’s no coincidence that Michael Kesselring and Conor Timmins are here. You think Ruff wanted another forward or 6-foot-6 Czech defenseman Radim Mrtka? How do you think Ruff feels about 6-5 blueline bruiser David Bedkowski from Owen Sound?' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Lindy Ruff is making Kevyn Adams build his roster his way
JJ Peterka bids farewell to Buffalo, heads to Utah following trade
'“A big thank you to the Sabres organization, my teammates, and the incredible fans for the support and the way you welcomed me over the past three years,” Peterka wrote.' … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka bids farewell to Buffalo, heads to Utah following trade