This past Buffalo Sabres eason was exciting at times. Sure, the team still ended up out of the playoffs – and never really stood a chance to get there, if we’re being honest.
But the thrill of watching some of the newbies like Eichel and O’Reilly, plus some of the returning guys like Ristolainen, made it a fun season.
Nonetheless, it seems like next season, the 2016-2017 NHL season, will be an even better one for the Buffalo Sabres.
Here are three Buffalo Sabres players that I’m particularly looking forward to watching next season.
(I’d also add Risto to this list, but since he’s not signed yet, I couldn’t in good faith do it.