Alex Nylander was not the only Swedish forward the Sabres drafted in the 2016 NHL Draft, as they also selected Rasmus Asplund in the second round. After playing a combined 57 games in 2019-2020 and 2020-2021, he more than doubled that total this season, to the tune of 80 games. He showed flashes of the
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The Buffalo Sabres’ 2021-22 season ended as it has in each of the past 11 campaigns: on the outside looking in. Although in doing so, the team set an NHL record for the longest postseason drought, it was an encouraging year for the Sabres. The team displayed marked improvement since 2020-21 and could be ready
While it’s true that the Toronto Maple Leafs need to focus on finally finding a way to break through the First Round, with the hope of extending this run all the way to the league’s peak, it’s relevant to reflect on the teams they’ll get to avoid along the way. Ironically, the organizations they would
Lance Lysowski: Buffalo Sabres GM Kevyn Adams said they will be looking at the goalie market this offseason. Pending UFA Craig Anderson will be an option if he decides to play next year. Adams doesn’t want to bring a goaltender that would block Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Devon Levi. Lance Lysowski: Sabres GM Adams said that
In this edition of “NHL Talk,” these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper’s profile every day for a new edition of the “NHL Talk” column. Sabres Riding Season-High Four-Game Winning Streak The Buffalo Sabres extended its season-high winning streak to four games with a 5-3 win against
In this edition of “NHL Talk,” these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper’s profile every day for a new edition of the “NHL Talk” column. Panthers Tie Franchise Record With 12th-Straight Win The Florida Panthers tied a franchise record set in 2015-16 with their 12th consecutive win
The Sabres may need to add a stop-gap goalie this offseason Lance Lysowski of the Buffalo News: Looking ahead, goaltending is a little bit of an uncertainty for the Buffalo Sabres after this season. They have four pending UFA goalies in Craig Anderson, Dustin Tokarski, Aaron Dell and Malcolm Subban. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is in the
Kevin Kurz of The Athletic: New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin has one of the best save percentages in the NHL so far this season. He’s their No. 1 now and it could lead to some decisions to make with Semyon Varlamov this offseason. Indications are that they may want to keep him next season
In this edition of “NHL Talk,” these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper’s profile every day for a new edition of the “NHL Talk” column. Sabres’ Power to Make NHL Debut in Hometown Buffalo Sabres defensive prospect Owen Power will make his NHL debut at the Toronto
Excitement continues to build around the Buffalo Sabres with their recent streak of good play. Unfortunately, they won’t be near a playoff spot this season, so attention naturally shifts to what the roster, and specifically the defense, will look like in 2022-23. The Sabres have an abundance of defensemen on their roster, and they have
Three first-round picks leaning towards signing and one to return to school Emily Kaplan: It’s looking like the Buffalo Sabres will be signing Owen Power when his college season is over. The same can be said for Kent Johnson, a Columbus Blue Jackets first-round pick. The Seattle Kraken will likely be signing 2021 first-round pick
Sabres waiting on Levi Sportsnet: Jeff Marek said that Buffalo Sabres are waiting on NCAA goaltending prospect Devon Levi who had a 1.54 GAA, .952 save percentage and a 21-20-1 record. “The Buffalo Sabres (are) also awaiting word on Devon Levi, whether he’ll turn pro or go back to Northeastern.” A third of coaches are
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, could the Winnipeg Jets organization go undergo massive changes? The Buffalo Sabres would like Craig Anderson to return but are waiting to see how he feels about playing another season at the age of 40. The Edmonton Oilers are going to wait on deciding the future of head coach Jay
The Senators future Shawn Simpson: Have been asking as to why there has been so much interest in purchasing the Ottawa Senators. Have been told that the price to buy an NHL franchise is very reasonable when comparing it to some other sports. There is the league gambling side of things that have some interested.
Senators Kleven could return to school John Rodenburg: North Dakota coach Brady Berry was on TSN1200 said that there is a “good indication” that Tyler Kleven will return to UND for his junior season next year. Kleven will continue to talk to the Ottawa Senators over the next day or two. Four teams in on
Lou won’t trade for the sake of trading James Nichols: Jeff Marek on New York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello on not trading some of his pending UFAs at the trade deadline for just the sake of trading them: “He’s not just gonna take a 7th round pick for Zach Parise or Greene. He does not
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Sabres end up holding on to Colin Miller and Craig Anderson Lance Lysowski: Buffalo Sabres GM Kevyn Addams said that defenseman Colin Miller’s injury impacted his trade value. Adams said that spoke with goaltender Craig Anderson yesterday morning wanted to do the right thing for him. Anderson said if it was the right fit, he’d
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