It was a smart move because the team wasn't going to be competing for a Cup and still in rebuild mode. 1 netminder, though the Sabres certainly hope so. This is just a certain perspective, but it makes the pick more intriguing to watch.Welcome to the Sabres, Olivier! The Sabres also have potential captains in Cozens and Dahlin. I didnt mind Viljami Marjala and Nikita Novikov late. A future defense structured around Rasmus Dahlin and Power will soon be among the NHLs best. There is plenty of time for the team to add veteran pieces to areas of need like goalie and right defense. 8. Trust me, Buffalo, it's a great time to be a Sabres fan. The 33rd-overall pick was a great selection by the team, as he is very talented in various areas. Against the Blue Jackets, Owen Power had to play more than 28 minutes. Viljami Marjala, LW (No. The Sabres dont want to fill their roster with too many costly veterans that could block those players from ice time. The Buffalo Sabres went in to the 2017 NHL Draft with six picks, including the #8 overall selection, and a brand new GM in Jason Botterill. Building the team that way turned out to be a disaster. Wild. Buffalo drafted Portillo in the third round of the 2019 draft. They own three first-round picks in the 2022 draft. Theres more help on the horizon in 2025-26 if the Russian brigade comes to North America. Buffalo has been in a very long rebuild. Playing without Rasmus Dahlin for the second straight game, the Sabres were careless defensively. Dahlin has two seasons left on his contract, as does Power. Hes still day-to-day, and his absence has further highlighted that hes the Sabres most important player. The good news for the prospects is no one will block their path. CAP HIT. Follow Corey on Twitter @coreypronman. WebFor Miller, the Sabres sent a second-round pick in 2021 which was originally acquired by Buffalo from St. Louis in the Ryan O'Reilly trade and a 2022 fifth-round selection to They also own the Golden Knights' and Panthers' first-round selections. Red Wings If Granato felt better about how Bryson and Clague were playing, their minutes would reflect that. The Sabres first-round pick should be off limits unless its at least top 10 protected. With the Predators in sell mode, its worth checking in on Dante Fabbro, a 2016 first-round pick who has struggled some in his fourth season with Nashville. BUFFALO, N.Y. The Buffalo Sabres trade deadline conundrum was on full display in their 5-3 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. MORE:NHL Mock Draft 2022 2.0: Canadiens take Shane Wright with No. He controls pucks quite well, though, and makes tough plays in small areas. It appears general manager (GM) Kevyn Adams prioritized skill and speed with his picks. The additions of Power and Quinn alone would be tantalizing, but Krebs and Peterka could also make an immediate impact. Instead, Buffalo is looking like it will pick around No. Penguins Rousek, who signed with the Sabres last spring, had his timeline pushed back by season-ending knee surgery. Tim Murray used the first selection to take Eichel and then dealt the two late first Forward Prokhor Poltapov is reportedly signed in the KHL through 2024-25, giving him plenty of time to learn the pro game. The Sabres will also have to sign the Finnish netminder since hell be an RFA. He works hard enough off the puck and killed penalties for Portland. Nikita Novikov, D (No. All three of the goalies on the Buffalo roster are free agents, leaving question marks not just at the starting position, but also the backup. But the Sabres could make some noise and sign a few key pieces for the future of the team. Tearing down a roster is easier than building one back up. The Buffalo Sabres have acquired a third-round pick in the 2023 NHL Draft from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for the rights to goaltender Erik Portillo, the team They are trying to remain patient, so any trade they make has to fit the long-term vision. The Buffalo Sabres will have three first-round selections in the upcoming 2022 NHL Draft. He is great on the power play and can create chances at even strength with his stickhandling and vision. The Russian left-handed defender played for MHK Dynamo Moskva of the MHL, putting up 14 points in 52 games. Luckily for the Sabres, Kyle Okposo has just one more year left making $6 million, so that money will be off the books after next season. He is known as a power-play specialist, that plays a quick passing game rather than overhandling the puck. The defense would have major continuity with the same seven for the second year in a row. The Buffalo Sabres have added a little bit of defensive depth, acquiring Riley Stillman from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for prospect Josh Bloom.The move comes at a particularly important time as the Sabres top defenseman, Rasmus Dahlin, is out day-to-day with an undisclosed injury. Predators 88): Stiven Sardaryan is one of the most purely skilled players of the first-year draft-eligibles, showing elite one-on-one ability and creativity. Follow Matthew on Twitter @MatthewFairburn. Portillo is a 22-year-old goaltender from the Univesity of Michigan who was selected by the Sabres in the [] We know our foundation. Marc-Andre Fleury is the biggest name available in free agency, but his market will dictate whether the Sabres can be legitimate players for him. Okposo, Girgensons and Olofsson are scheduled to be unrestricted free agents. Adams also has to budget for the future contracts of players like Thompson, who is a restricted free agent after next season. WebA new contract for winger Victor Olofsson is atop general manager Kevyn Adams priority list ahead of a draft in which the Sabres own picks 9, 16 and 28. They wanted the leadership on the team to develop organically. They dont have a third-round pick in 2023 but otherwise have all of their picks in the next three drafts. #LetsGoBuffalo pic.twitter.com/ldTCaYO6Ok Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) July 24, 2021, Welcome to the Sabres, Olivier! The Buffalo Sabres have added a little bit of defensive depth, acquiring Riley Stillman from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for prospect Josh Bloom. Heres what the roster could look like, with restricted free agents noted with an asterisk: If the Sabres prospects progress as expected, the team may not have to add any forwards next summer. In 14 starts for Northeastern, Levi has five shutouts and a .949 save percentage. In Round 1, the Sabres selected three centers: Matt Savoie (9th overall), Noah Ostlund (16th overall) Tim Murray used the first selection to take Eichel and then dealt the two late first-rounders as part of trades for Evander Kane and Robin Lehner. I also liked his U18 worlds, where his responsibility kept going up as it went on. Stillman could provide some useful minutes on the third pairing once hes up to speed. We have to be really disciplined and careful as we put this together.. Jordan Greenway from Minnesota is also intriguing. The Jeff Skinner contract is still an issue, as he is set to make $9 million over the next five years despite never being a $9 million a year kind of player. Draft picks touted as future Sabres during the past decade are toiling in the ECHL or out of hockey completely. BUFFALO, N.Y. It wasn't the deal many Sabres fans have wanted or been waiting for, but they did make a deal on Wednesday. They can get closer to the salary cap floor without spending the money. Thompson and Bjork are scheduled to be UFAs unless they negotiated long-term extensions. He also traded the first pick in the second round as part of a package that landed the Sabres Ryan OReilly. 97): Nadeau isnt a flashy player, but he is effective, producing at an impressive rate in the QMJHL (45 points in 34 games in 2020-21) and relied on in all situations for a good team in Shawinigan. Ducks Buffalo drafted Portillo in the third round of the 2019 draft. Theyll have likely signed Cozens, Asplund and others to multiyear deals prior to this summer, but well list them as RFAs in case they negotiated only one-year contracts. The Panthers' pick will be at the bottom of the first round. His performance with the Wolverines earned him a nod as a 2022 Mike Richter award semifinalist for best NCAA goalie an award fellow Sabres prospect Devon Levi won. Jerry Forton, director of amateur scouting for the team, is not concerned about Power taking either avenue. There is risk involved, but Adams showed faith in the teams Russian scouting last summer. But Power projects as an important piece of the future, a true NHL star who together with Dahlin, Casey Mittelstadt, Jack Quinn and the return in a Jack Eichel trade are the core pieces for trying to turn the franchise around. Hed be an ideal veteran to add to the mix with a lot of young players on the roster. 193): Tyson Kozak has good puck skills and vision. WebThe Sabres hold nine Day 2 picks in the NHL Draft after selecting defenseman Owen Power (first overall) and right wing Isak Rosen (14th overall) during the first round on Friday. Sharks Another Trade, Insiders! His status doesnt impact whether or not I think the Sabres should or should not draft a center at the top of this draft. The 6-foot-2 winger has a big frame and will be an exciting prospect to watch develop. 1 spot and Shane Wright. Head coach Don Granato has made this team an extremely tough opponent to play night in and night out since he arrived late in the 2020-21 season. Sabres fans know Samuelsson can hold his own after he got 12 games in Buffalo last season. John Vogl is a senior writer for The Athletic covering the Buffalo Sabres. The Sabres finished 2021-22 with more optimism than youd expect from a team that finished in the bottom 10 of the standings and missed the playoffs for the 11th straight season. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. Viljami Marjala joins the Sabres!#LetsGoBuffalo pic.twitter.com/OyI8Ge4bXR. The Sabres had been in the running to acquire defenseman Jakob Chychrun from the Coyotes, who instead dealt him to the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday for a conditional 2023 first-round pick, a conditional second-rounder in 2024, and a second-round pick in 2026. Quinn opened his Amerks season with nine goals and 18 points in 14 games. * If Vegas does pick in the top 10 Vegas will send its first-round pick in 2023 second-round pick in 2024 to Buffalo and Sabres will send thieir 2024 third-round pick to Vegas. So how will they spend it? He and fellow 2021 second-rounder Aleksandr Kisakov may be ready to test their skills in the NHL by then. Adams was in the same position last offseason and elected instead to give out the "Buffalo Special" a bunch of one-year contracts under $1 million. With Anderson, Dustin Tokarski and Malcolm Subban all free agents, the Sabres might need to add multiple veterans to the roster. They also have restricted free agents to take care of, starting with Victor Olofsson, Jacob Bryson, Brandon Biro, Brett Murray, Arttu Ruotsalainen and Luukkonen. The same goes for college forwards Aaron Huglen and Stiven Sardarian. Josh Bloom is finding the net in the OHL. Round Player Pos Drafted From GP G A Pts PIM; 2022 Entry: 9: 1: Matthew Savoie: C: Winnipeg Ice [WHL] 2022 Entry: 16: 1: Noah Ostlund: C: Djurgardens Jr. [Swe-Jr] MORE:Who are the best teams in NHL history to miss the playoffs? But another middle six forward would be a useful reinforcement for the final stretch of the season. Rosen has impressive speed and is able to make a lot of his skilled plays through defenders and to teammates while on the move. The LA Kings have bolstered the goaltending pipeline for the future, with the acquisition of the rights to goaltending prospect Erik Portillo from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for a 2023 third-round draft selection. 1 pick in the 2021 NHL Draft, has arrived and looked as advertised to end the season. The Sabres are now a promising destination and the team has the money to make a potential big splash in free agency. Prokhor Poltapov, LW (No. However, this offseason is different. However, he is an exciting prospect that is dynamic at creating scoring chances. Were getting better every day. Trust me, Buffalo, it's a great time to be a Sabres fan. Rosen is very creative with his one-on-one play, showing the ability to beat defenders clean with consistency. You cant hit fast forward, Adams said at the end of the season. Lets project when that will be and what the Sabres roster might look like. Try a week on us. The Sabres have a ton of cap space to use in their future, but with so many young players coming through, eventually they will need to Another Trade, Insiders! Its the Sabres final game before the trade deadline on Friday. That may lead you to think the Sabres are going to be cheap this offseason, but that would be premature. Many draft experts were impressed with their selections in all seven rounds. Sabres 2021 NHL Draft picks: Grades, fit and full scouting reports. Meanwhile, Ilya Lyubushkin, Kale Clague and Jacob Bryson were all limited to fewer than 15 minutes each. Jack Campbell and Braden Holtby are also among the experienced veterans with expiring contracts this summer. 1 pick. If the Sabres are going to keep their cap space healthy, they cant repeat the spending that got them into trouble. As weve seen with Stillman, sometimes its the less obvious, unheralded names the Sabres look into. After signing Dylan Larkin to a massive extension Wednesday, the team signaled to fans that the rebuild is over. Novikov was the fourth Russian-born player drafted by the team in this draft. He had five shutouts and a .921 save percentage while playing in 57 games this season. Sabres fans have been forced to hear patience too often through the years, but it may finally be rewarded soon. Avalanche #LetsGoBuffalo pic.twitter.com/83QgDlkxZ2. Although Jack Eichel was not traded, the team has a stronger prospect pool moving forward. Brian Lawton of the NHL Network said on the broadcast, I was surprised he didnt go yesterday; he has first-round ability., Poltapov was the first Russian-born player drafted by the Sabres since Vasili Glotov in the 2016 NHL Draft. His skating is the major knock, with a heavy stride that concerns scouts. With Adams emphasizing culture during this build, getting this decision right is important. The Sabres get a 2023 3rd rounder from the Kings. As a result of the 2022 NHL Draft Lottery on Tuesday, Buffalo will select ninth overall and 16th overall, courtesy of the Vegas Golden Knights. You would have liked to have seen him score a few more goals (five in 30 games in 2020-21), as his game can lack finish. Returning: forwards Jeff Skinner, Kyle Okposo, Alex Tuch, Casey Mittelstadt, Zemgus Girgensons, Anders Bjork, Tage Thompson, Dylan Cozens and Rasmus Asplund; defensemen Rasmus Dahlin and Henri Jokiharju. As Sabres fans have learned, player development is rarely a straight line. But free agency wont fix every problem on the roster. Powers offense comes from a great first pass and an ability to find seams in the offensive zone well. that can help right away? Of course, as I mentioned before, Adams can't blow through all his cash, with some of the young pieces of this team in need of a pay raise in the next couple of summers. The start of the game was a disaster for Buffalo. The Buffalo Sabres have made a trade, and its not one that weve been looking forward to either. Isak Rosen is poised to pace Swedens junior team. So how will they spend it? Certain decisions you can make in the short-term that maybe would push you a little bit further along, it may come back to haunt you a little bit later. Owen Power is a projected all-star, the only one in the draft for me as of now, which by itself could make the Sabres the biggest beneficiaries of this draft. Believe it or not, the 2021-22 campaign was an extremely successful one for theBuffalo Sabres. The club seems to be headed in the right direction aftera disastrous past few seasons in upstate New York. The players will also be in their prime. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. The club seems to be headed in the right direction aftera disastrous past few seasons in upstate New York. The downside of the Sabres overachieving this season is that their first-round pick isn't as high as anticipated. He was a standout in the Russian Junior Hockey League (MHL), putting up 25 goals and 51 points in 61 games for Krasnaya Armiya Moskva. Adams and Granato are committed to building a strong pipeline of prospects and developing talent from within the organization. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. How far would a player like Danila Yurov have to fall in the draft before the Sabres would be comfortable taking him? BUFFALO, N.Y. The Buffalo Sabres trade deadline conundrum was on full display in their 5-3 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday. Itll be a young group, but one loaded with skill. One is Kyle Okposo, who just turned 34, but also just had his first 20-goal season as a Sabre. Vegas' pick is much higher than expected with the team missing the playoffs, so that's a bonus for Buffalo. Sabres GM Kevyn Adams speaks to the media at the opening of training camp at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021. Whenever the young guys prove theyre ready for the big leagues, spots will be available. The Sabres made that trade because his cap hit will exceed the actual cash the team has to pay him. Another Trade, Insiders! (from, Sabres pleased with their draft haul, from Owen Power to a run on Russians: I think we took a big stepThe Athletic, 07/25/21), Related: Sabres Owen Power Pick Makes Prospect Pool on Defense Even Deeper. Restricted free agents: forwards Victor Olofsson and Arttu Ruotsalainen; defenseman Jacob Bryson. If Vegas' first-round pick in 2022 is not a top-10 selection, the Sabres will get a 2022 first-rounder and a 2023 second-rounder, with Vegas getting a 2023 third-rounder. The Sabres hope at least one of the goalies will have ascended to No. please report any problems or errors - comments welcome. In 50 games for Krasnaya Armiya Moskva, he produced nine goals and 30 points for the team. This "I think Owen Power will probably go No. An award-winning journalist, he has also covered minor-league hockey in Georgia, Auburn University football and taught copy editing at Buffalo State College. MORE:NHL playoffs schedule 2022: Full bracket, dates, times, TV channels for every series. And free agency hasnt exactly been a sustainable way to build a winner in the NHL. However, this offseason is different. WebBuffalo Sabres NHL trade history. This 14th-overall pick was a little off the board, as he was projected to be selected at 21st overall in the THW Mock Draft. Two strong candidates emerged for captain as the season went along. Ottawa is just two points behind the Sabres in the push for a wild card playoff spot in the NHL's Eastern Conference. If Anderson returns, thats not enough to solidify the position for Buffalo. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Just because they have the cap space doesnt mean theyll be throwing it at the top unrestricted free agents. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. We had strongly suspected that 2019 NHL Draft third round pick Erik Portillo had no intention of inking a contract with the Sabres, and today General Manager Kevyn Adams traded away the rights to signing the goaltender to the Los Angeles Kings for a third rounder in the upcoming 2023 NHL Entry Draft. GM Kevyn Adams has 10 draft picks to work with this summer most importantly, three first-round picks. While he works hard enough hes not an overly physical player and can drift to the perimeter. He also played for Russia at the WJC-18 and put up five assists in seven games.With the 188th overall pick, we select Nikita Novikov.#LetsGoBuffalo pic.twitter.com/n9FdzPRFW2 Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) July 24, 2021, With the 188th overall pick, we select Nikita Novikov.#LetsGoBuffalo pic.twitter.com/n9FdzPRFW2. Sign up for our regular 'Sabres Newsletter' for all the latest. Kozak projects to play in an energetic, defensive-minded support role, according to Kris Baker. With their second sixth-round pick, the Sabres selected Nikita Novikov at No. Sardarian played with Poltapov in the MHL last season, even playing on the same power-play unit. #LetsGoBuffalo pic.twitter.com/ldTCaYO6Ok. Here is how the draft protection for the top-10 pick will work, per ESPN. His skating is fine, lacking true top quickness youd like at his size for the NHL and hes not that dynamic offensively. The Sabres sent goaltender Erik Portillo to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for a 2023 third-round draft pick. But his strong U18 worlds reminded you of his underage season. There was the expectation that the Sabres could potentially battle for the No. Power always dreamt of becoming a Sabre one day. Believe it or not, the 2021-22 campaign was an extremely successful one for theBuffalo Sabres. His lethal shot was on display many times, including this one-timer on the power play.With the 14th overall pick, we select Isak Rosen!Welcome to Buffalo, Isak #LetsGoBuffalo pic.twitter.com/wM4U0WgCW5 Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) July 24, 2021, With the 14th overall pick, we select Isak Rosen!Welcome to Buffalo, Isak #LetsGoBuffalo pic.twitter.com/wM4U0WgCW5. The Sabres have just 11 NHL players under contract for next season. Try a week on us. Their 35 points from March 2 until the end of the season were good for 12th best in the NHL during that span. Adams may not go full Murray, but that doesnt mean a sensible hockey trade is off the table in the first round. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen should be ready to step into a bigger NHL role in the fall, but hes still unproven at this level and has run into unfortunate injury luck. Flames Perhaps Fleurys former teammate, Alex Tuch, can lure him to Buffalo. The left-winger from Oakville hasnt played an organized hockey game since he was 16 years old. You combine that with a player who can provide some offense, with good enough hands and playmaking ability and its an appealing player at that size. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. The Washington Capitals are continuing to be sellers, as they have now traded Lars Eller to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for a 2025 second-round pick. The Sabres made a lower level trade yesterday adding Riley Stillman from Vancouver for prospect Josh Bloom. The defense would be even younger with Bryson as the old-timer at age 24. If the first-round pick is not in play or the asking price on Chychrun remains too high, the Sabres may not be able to add to the list of splashy deals that have already happened early in deadline week. The league will be returning to a regular schedule next season, so Kozak will get the chance to play more games.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'thehockeywriters_com-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_8',831,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thehockeywriters_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0'); Tyson Kozak, welcome to the Sabres! Bloom, a third-round pick this year, has 12 goals and 20 points in 14 games with Saginaw. 1 pick. With names like Owen Power and Jack Quinn leading the way, the Buffalo Sabres have a bright future ahead of them. Portillo has also started all 14 of Michigans games, posting one shutout and a .918 save percentage. Here's some insight into how the Sabres look heading into the offseason. Arrivals: forward Lukas Rousek; defenseman Ryan Johnson. By virtue of our age, by virtue of our young skill, were not in a situation where were desperate to make a big move. The Panthers' pick will be at the bottom of the first round. The Sabres may have to look outside the organization for extra help up front, though they hope secondary prospects Brett Murray, Linus Weissbach and Matej Pekar become NHL players. As long as they dont screw it up. The Sabres are being mindful of the cost to acquire at this time of year, so they may not want to pay a premium for a player of Soucys caliber. A fun fact about him is that he scored the most goals out of all players in this draft class.Welcome to Buffalo, Aleksandr! Islanders Power complements Rasmus Dahlin, who is a pure skill and playmaking type, as a more well-rounded player who can project to be a tough minutes NHL defenseman and likely be on Buffalos second power play due to Dahlin. He was ranked 24th overall by Patrick Bacons NHL equivalency model, as he has a 32 percent chance of becoming an NHL player. Overall I really like this class for Buffalos future. Prior to The Athletic, he also covered the Bills for Syracuse.com. There is light at the end of the tunnel. Jensen is on an expiring contract with a $2.5 million cap hit according to CapFriendly and with three second-round picks in the 2023 NHL Draft, its fair to wonder if Novikov has a chance to play in the NHL due to his size and sense but needs more pace in his game. Owen Power and Devon Levi are dominating the NCAA. WebThe Buffalo Sabres made eight picks Friday during Day 2 of the 2022 NHL Draft. The last time the Sabres had three first-round picks in one draft was 2015. The next one is on the road against the Bruins on Thursday. But like those second-round picks, the return needs to be worth it. He also played for Team Canada at the World Championships, having three assists in 10 games. His skating isnt explosive, but his stride and edgework are excellent, and he can evade pressure very well. It was a smart move because the team wasn't going to be competing for a Cup and still in rebuild mode. #LetsGoBuffalo | @UMichHockey pic.twitter.com/u15fjFw6co. So what are their options to add? Dahlin will be 24 years old. The downside of the Sabres overachieving this season is that their first-round pick isn't as high as anticipated. It would mark the first time that a first-overall pick didnt play in the NHL the following season since Erik Johnson in 2006-07. The easier assets to trade would be third-round picks or later. Adams and Power will be communicating to see if he returns to Michigan next season or makes the jump to the NHL. We know what we have to do to be successful. Would the Ducks entertain trading John Gibson? That kind of reliability would help take the pressure off Luukkonen. 1 status. The team is in a much better position than people expected, especially after getting Tuch and Peyton Krebs in the Eichel trade. Still, Granato seems to think its wise not to stray too much from that. The Sabres overachieved this season, thanks to a mix of breakout performances from youngsters such as Tage Thompson and veterans such as Kyle Okposo and Craig Anderson playing above expectations. In 12 games, he scored seven goals and five assists, and he played well during international competitions. Will the Sabres be big spenders in free agency? William Von Barnekow Lofberg, C (No. 1 spot and Shane Wright. In 22 games with Leksands, he only produced one assist playing against grown men. The Sabres still need to add to the center position internally, but they added a star defenseman and a lot of scoring depth.. Owen Power, D (No. Rosen didnt get a shot grade but he shows flashes of an above-average shot. Marjala is a skilled two-way winger that will take some time to develop. Hes the type of bigger, physical forward the Sabres could use more of, and he fits the mold of a young player with untapped potential. He will likely jump into the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) and play a few games against grown men. 2 in the prospects rankings. Buffalo Sabres: Bright future is why a blockbuster is unnecessary So far in 2022-23, the Buffalo Sabres have exceeded most everyones expectations given their spot in the wild card race, but this is just the sabrenoise.com - Sion Fawkes 11h Read more on sabrenoise.com Buffalo Sabres Ice Hockey NHL Buffalo Sports Sports Overall, the Sabres drafted many skilled players that could develop into NHL players. That has put Jack Quinn on the top line and given Vinnie Hinostroza another opportunity in the NHL lineup. You have permission to edit this article. 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