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Buffalo Sabres Should Claim Ben Scrivens Off Waivers

The Buffalo Sabres already have two goaltenders set to be on their roster for the 2015-2016 NHL season — but why not pick up another?

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With Robin Lehner and Chad Johnson currently set to be the team’s goaltending tandem, but nothing is certain.

The Edmonton Oilers placed Ben Scrivens on waivers on Sunday for the purpose of reassignment, and there’s no reason the Sabres couldn’t claim him. He would likely be an upgrade and could potentially play in either a starter or backup role.