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 52.
The Buffalo Sabres have some assets in this year's draft with four picks in the first 52 selections. These assets can be used to bulk up the prospect pool or to move up in the draft—more on that in another article.
Considering the predictions already made in this series—center/winger Elias Lindholm at No. 8 and goaltender Zach Fucale at No. 16—the Sabres still need to draft a skilled winger or a three-zone defenseman.
While the second-round talent may not be quite to the level of the first-round pool, plenty of excellent prospects should be available for the Sabres.
The first is Thomas Vannelli, a high schooler who has committed to play for the University of Minnesota next season. He will join a stable of NHL prospects in Minnesota, putting his 6'2", 175-lb frame to work at the college level. Vannelli is known for his presence in all three zones but especially on the offensive end.
Vannelli may be somewhat of a projec ...
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