Alison L: Columbus Blue Jackets forward Artemi Panarin said after Thursday’s game that nothing has changed for him regarding contract negotiations. He is focused on hockey now and will deal with the business side of things when the season is over.
If the Sabres and/or Skinner aren’t thinking long-term, he could be a deadline move
Mike Harrington of the Buffalo News: The Buffalo Sabres acquired Jeff Skinner this past offseason. He has a year left on his deal at a $5.725 million salary cap.
Would he want to re-sign in Buffalo?