Although longtime General Manager Lou Lamoriello was spotted at the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, it’s unrelated to any rumors of him joining the Buffalo Sabres organization. However, TSN’s Darren Dreger reported that the Sabres would be interested in adding the veteran front office magnate in some capacity.It’s improbable that the Sabres will dismiss Kevyn Adams as … [Read more...] about Sabres May Be Interested In Hiring Lou Lamoriello
Sabres Looking To Add Front Office Veteran
Earlier this week, the Sabres added long-time NHL veteran Eric Staal to their front office as a special advisor to GM Kevyn Adams. However, it appears they have some other additions in mind as Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli reports that they have been looking to speak to some veteran executives in an effort to shore up or outright reshape their front office. Seravalli adds … [Read more...] about Sabres Looking To Add Front Office Veteran
Byram Changes Agents Heading Into Contract Talks
Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram has a key contract negotiation this summer as an arbitration-eligible restricted free agent. He’ll now have new representatives working on that deal as Quartexx Hockey announced (Twitter link) that they now represent the blueliner. Byram, who Titan Sports Management’s Kevin Epp previously repped, set new career highs in games played (82), assists … [Read more...] about Byram Changes Agents Heading Into Contract Talks
Offseason Checklist: Buffalo Sabres
The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs plus those eliminated in the first round. Accordingly, it’s time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Buffalo. The question in Buffalo in recent years has been, ‘Is this the year?’ when it comes to ending their playoff drought? … [Read more...] about Offseason Checklist: Buffalo Sabres
Sabres Hire Eric Staal As Special Advisor
The Buffalo Sabres have hired former NHL forward Eric Staal as a special advisor to general manager Kevyn Adams. Staal’s role will involve supporting multiple aspects of the hockey department, including scouting and direct involvement with players and prospects. That could mean supporting the team’s pre-season rookie or training camps, which would offer invaluable experience to … [Read more...] about Sabres Hire Eric Staal As Special Advisor