Jason Botterill isn't taking the bait.
When meeting with reporters Friday morning, Botterill was asked if he was willing to divulge his plans with the No. 1 pick. He laughed, played it cool and smiled from ear to ear.
"Hey, we've got a draft tonight."
Jokes aside, he was quick to praise the Swedish sensation Rasmus Dahlin, who will likely be Sabres property before the clock strikes 8 p.m.
*hint, hint* I was eluding to Ryan O'Reilly #Sabres @WKBW pic.twitter.com/b9BeRQgrnn
— Matthew Bové (@Matt_Bove) June 22, 2018
"You watch him on the ice and you’re very impressed with his hockey sense, speed and puck skills," Botterill added. "I was very impressed with his self-assessment and what he needs to improve on.”
#Sabres GM Jason Botterill on Rasmus Dahlin @WKBW pic.twitter.com/r4im5kbvf5
— Matthew Bové (@Matt_Bove) June 22, 2018
Among the other topics discussed, Botterill confirmed that the Sabres are parting ways with goaltender Robin Lehner and exploring options to jump back into the top 10.
You can watch the full interview above!
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