5 Buffalo Sabres who can win individual awards in 2022-23

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Mar 25, 2022; Buffalo, New York, USA; Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (43) tries to defend as Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) skates with the puck during the third period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports /

Rasmus Dahlin, Norris

Dahlin took a massive step forward in 2021-22 and earned his first All-Star Game appearance. He also played better in the three months following the big game, finishing the year with 13 goals, 40 assists, and 53 points.

His defensive output also increased, evidenced by his 121 hits and 91 blocks. And while his possession metrics still weren’t the greatest of his career, most of them were far better in 2021-22 and they were in 2020-21, indicating that the Buffalo Sabres are more productive when he is on the ice.

Dahlin can definitely contend for the Norris if he builds on last season. Overall, he would need to hit the 60-point mark while displaying more physicality than he did in 2021-22. Last year was a sound improvement, but we still need more output if he is to make his case for the Norris. However, I see him making a steady improvement this season on both offense and defense.

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