This will be a six-part series highlighting what the Buffalo Sabres' draft plans may be, including an individual look at all four picks the Sabres have in the top-50.
The Buffalo Sabres will be busy during the first round of this month's NHL Entry Draft.
After projecting them to select Elias Lindholm, a center/wing hybrid from the Swedish Elite League, with their No. 8 overall pick, the Sabres will have eight picks to see what unfolds for them at pick No. 16.
There are a few directions the Sabres can go with the 16th pick. Their first inclination, having taken a forward at No. 8, will probably be a defenseman. There are a few three-zone defenseman who could or should be available at the 16th spot.
The most wanted at that spot will likely be Ryan Pulock, who starred for the Brandon Wheat Kings of the WHL. While considered an offensive defenseman right now, many believe he has the tools to become an excellent defensive zone guy as well. His shot also draws rave reviews, a quality the Sabres are currently lacking on their blue line. Pulock led his team in scoring this season as well with 45 points in 61 contests. ...
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Buffalo Sabres Draft Preview Part 3: The No. 16 Pick
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