The Buffalo Sabres have made their 'Black Aces' roster moves -- a term that has existed for more than a half-century that denotes the players called up to NHL playoff rosters when the AHL seasons end for minor league affiliates.

BUFFALO, NY. (WKBW) — After trading the 11th overall pick on Thursday to acquire picks 14 and 42 overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, the Buffalo Sabres selected Konsta Helenius with the 14th overall pick. A 5'11" center, Helenius, a native of Ylojarvi ...

ESPOO, Finland — Konsta Helenius has just finished playing his first game against his peers in a year, and despite an assist and game-highs in shots (seven) and ice time (22:44), he’s disappointed that he didn’t score on one of the “maybe 12 ...

When drafting 18-year-olds, NHL teams know that they are not getting a polished player. Many junior players struggle with the defensive side of the game and could add some strength before they are ready for the professional level. Take Cole Eiserman, for ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The past week for Buffalo Sabres first-round pick Konsta Helenius has been a whirlwind. From Finland to Buffalo, with a pitstop in between in Las Vegas, to hear his name called as the 14th overall pick in the NHL Draft. “Unbelievable ...