9:00 a.m.: The Sabres have now officially announced both additions. Flynn’s departure was also confirmed by Columbus, who in an official statement thanked Flynn for his service to the organization. Kekäläinen issued a statement of his own regarding the additions, saying: Both Marc Bergevin and Josh Flynn bring a wealth of unique experience and perspective, and I am excited to … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Hire Marc Bergevin, Josh Flynn
Sabres Recall Isak Rosen, Place Conor Timmins On IR
The Sabres have added some extra forward depth in advance of their game this afternoon against the Islanders. The team announced that winger Isak Rosen has been recalled from AHL Rochester. To make room for him on the roster, defenseman Conor Timmins was placed on injured reserve. Rosen, a 2021 first-round pick, has been back and forth between the two teams this season; this … [Read more...] about Sabres Recall Isak Rosen, Place Conor Timmins On IR
Sabres’ Conor Timmins Out Multiple Weeks With Broken Leg
After last night’s win over the Philadelphia Flyers, the Buffalo Sabres announced that defenseman Conor Timmins would miss the next six to eight weeks with a broken leg. Since Michael Kesselring returned to the lineup last night, the Sabres don’t necessarily need to place Timmins on the injured reserve since they have seven healthy defensemen on the roster. However, due to the … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Conor Timmins Out Multiple Weeks With Broken Leg
Oilers Have Made Multiple Attempts To Acquire Alex Lyon
The Oilers have called the Sabres “a couple of times in recent weeks” about the availability of goaltender Alex Lyon, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet said on Friday’s “32 Thoughts” podcast. Friedman implied that Edmonton had looked at Lyon for goaltending depth in the past. It’s unclear if they made a pass at signing him in free agency last summer before Buffalo inked him to a … [Read more...] about Oilers Have Made Multiple Attempts To Acquire Alex Lyon
Sabres Activate Michael Kesselring From Injured Reserve
The Sabres have activated defenseman Michael Kesselring from injured reserve as expected, per Heather Engel of NHL.com. They had an open roster spot after assigning Isak Rosen to AHL Rochester on Tuesday, so no corresponding transaction is required. Kesselring’s second long-term absence of the season ends after 14 games due to a lower-body injury. The Sabres still might not get … [Read more...] about Sabres Activate Michael Kesselring From Injured Reserve