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Ranking the last 10 Buffalo Sabres first round picks from worst to best

By Sion Fawkes

Dec 14, 2021; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) is congratulated by his teammates on his goal against the Winnipeg Jets during the second period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 14, 2021; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) is congratulated by his teammates on his goal against the Winnipeg Jets during the second period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-USA TODAY Sports /
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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MAY 01: Rasmus Dahlin #26 of the Buffalo Sabres looks on during the second period against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden on May 01, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) /

Rasmus Dahlin, D/Frolunda (Sweden)

Dahlin burst onto the scene during the 2018-19 season, snagging a spot on the All-Rookie Team and finishing third in the Calder Trophy voting. This past season, Dahlin made his first of hopefully many All-Star Game appearances.

He also came on strong offensively while maintaining a phenomenal defensive game. Dahlin recorded 53 points, sinking 13 goals and providing 40 assists. Defensively, he snagged 91 blocks and 121 hits.

While he takes care of the puck well, Dahlin still has a few what was he thinking moments, evidenced by his 51 giveaways. But if he can tame that issue in 2022-23 and build upon his success from last season, there is no stopping this defenseman who is threatening to attain elite status.

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So, there you have it – the last 10 first round picks of the Buffalo Sabres ranked. Clearly, some players on this list have the potential to move up while others may drop. Ideally, those in the organization today ascend like none other so we have an excuse to drop the likes of Eichel and Reinhart back a few spots.

(Statistics provided by Hockey-Reference and Elite Prospects)

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