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Erik Johnson

Sabres’ Defense Needs to Be Smarter With its Aggressiveness

Matthew Morris | December 7, 2023

Once again, the Buffalo Sabres’ defense is front and center, and not in a good way. The defensive corps has continued to struggle as the 2023-24 campaign enters its third…

Categories Buffalo Sabres

Sabres News & Rumors: Dahlin, Johnson, Peterka & Skinner

The Old Prof | November 20, 2023

With Tage Thompson injured, the Buffalo Sabres had to rely on someone else to lead the team. It seemed that veteran defenseman Rasmus Dahlin pointed to himself on Sunday night…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Column, News and Rumors

Buffalo Sabres News & Rumors: Levi, Johnson, Thompson & Dahlin

The Old Prof | October 20, 2023

On Thursday night, except for rookie goalie Devon Levi, the Buffalo Sabres probably got what they deserved. They were sloppy at home against the Calgary Flames and it cost them…

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Sabres Need To Drastically Improve their Defense

Jacob D. Strozyk | October 17, 2023

So far, the 2023-24 season has not gone how the Buffalo Sabres have wanted as they sit with a 0-2-0 record and have shown some glaring issues that need to…

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3 Under-the-Radar Sabres to Watch in 2023-24

Matthew Morris | September 29, 2023

The Buffalo Sabres will open their 2023-24 season on Thursday, Oct. 12, at home against the New York Rangers. The hype for the new season is through the roof in…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Season Previews

3 Sabres Can Reach 1,000 Games This Season

Matthew Morris | August 4, 2023

The 2023-24 season is already bound to be full of intrigue for the Buffalo Sabres. After narrowly missing the playoffs last season and with a very talented young roster on…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Season Previews

Sabres’ Addition of Erik Johnson Will Help Team Succeed

Brie Buckfelder | July 16, 2023

In the midst of a hectic first day of NHL free agency, the Sabres announced the signing of free agent Erik Johnson to a one-year, $3.25 million contract.  The 35-year-old…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Editor's Choice

Sabres Have Bolstered Their Roster As Needed

Jacob D. Strozyk | July 8, 2023

The Buffalo Sabres had a fantastic draft class this year as they used each of their picks to restock their prospect pool. They selected Zach Benson with the 13th-overall pick,…

Categories Buffalo Sabres

Erik Johnson Leaves Lasting Legacy With Avalanche

Kerry Collins | July 7, 2023

It may have ended quietly, with a simple one-year contract with the Buffalo Sabres, but the end of Erik Johnson’s time with the Colorado Avalanche signified the end of an…

Categories Colorado Avalanche, Editor's Choice

Lightning’s Playoff Spot Will Be Threatened by 2 Teams

Jim Bay | July 6, 2023

Everyone knew it was going to happen, and it did. With the Tampa Bay Lightning up against the salary cap for the 2023-24 season, they were once again forced to…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings, Season Previews, Tampa Bay Lightning

Oilers Could Find Upgrade In Discarded Avalanche Defenseman

Jim Parsons | June 22, 2023

As per Emily Kaplan of ESPN, “Hearing Colorado likely won’t re-sign Erik Johnson. The veteran defenseman will hit the open market when free agency begins July 1.” While the Edmonton…

Categories Colorado Avalanche, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers

NHL Rumors: Flames, Capitals, Avalanche, Canadiens

Jim Parsons | June 22, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, it sounds like the Washington Capitals are set to hire Mitch Love as an assistant coach. Meanwhile, the Colorado Avalanche and defenseman Erik Johnson are…

Categories Calgary Flames, Colorado Avalanche, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Rumors, Washington Capitals
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