The Buffalo Sabres were wise not to pay a premium to sign Patrick Kane, a highly skilled winger who has played for several teams in his career.
The Sabres, who play their home games at KeyBank Center in the 716, were reportedly interested in signing Kane, but ultimately decided against it due to the high cost.
"We have to be responsible with our salary cap space," said the Sabres' general manager.
Kane has been a productive player throughout his career, with 794 points in 1,161 games. However, his high salary demands made it difficult for the Sabres to justify signing him.
The Sabres' decision not to sign Kane may impact their chances of making the playoffs this season. The team has a strong young core, but may lack the depth and experience to compete with the top teams in the league.
The student section at KeyBank Center may be disappointed by the news, but they will still have plenty to cheer about this season. The Sabres have a number of exciting young players, including Tage Thompson and Owen Power, who will be looking to make an impact on the team.
The Sabres' next game is against the Toronto Maple Leafs, and it will be interesting to see how they match up against their division rivals. The game will be played at KeyBank Center, and the Sabres will be looking to get off to a strong start in front of their home crowd.