MATT SAVOIE NEWS

Returns to minors Savoie was reassigned to AHL Bakersfield on Wednesday.

Impact Savoie has an assist in four outings with Edmonton in 2024-25. He has also recorded 13 goals and 37 points in 45 appearances with Bakersfield.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

First NHL point Savoie picked up an assist in Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Flyers.

Impact It was his first NHL point in his second NHL game. Savoie fed the NHL's leading goal guy, Leon Draisaitl, at the mid-point of the first period to put Edmonton up 2-1. The 21-year-old forward has 13 goals and 24 assists for 37 points in 45 games with the AHL's Bakersfield Condors this season. Savoie was drafted in the first round of the 2022 NHL Draft by Buffalo.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

First NHL point Savoie picked up an assist in Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Flyers.

Impact He earned his first NHL point in his second career appearance. Savoie set up Leon Draisaitl at the midway point of the first period to put Edmonton up 2-1. The 21-year-old Savoie has 13 goals and 37 points in 45 games with AHL Bakersfield this season.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Set for team debut Savoie will be recalled from AHL Bakersfield ahead of Saturday's game versus the Flyers, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports.

Impact Savoie is expected to make his Oilers debut and just his second NHL appearance in the contest. The 21-year-old is projected to play alongside Leon Draisaitl at even strength, though many forwards in the Oilers' top six occasionally see shifts skipped. Savoie has excelled in the AHL this season to the tune of 37 points over 45 appearances and has been practicing with the big club this week prior to his call-up becoming official.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Knocking on the door Savoie has been lighting it up at the AHL level of late with 22 points in his last 20 games, Jim Matheson of the Edmonton Journal reports.

Impact Savoie was acquired from Buffalo on July 5 for Ryan McLeod and Tyler Tullio. Savoie was selected ninth overall in 2022 by the Sabres, who gave up quickly on the prospect. In his rookie season, Savoie has 12 goals and 22 assists in 43 AHL games in 2024-25.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Sent down to AHL Savoie was reassigned to AHL Bakersfield on Tuesday.

Impact The Oilers also returned Cameron Wright to the minors while placing Evander Kane (hip) on long-term injured reserve in a corresponding move. The 20-year-old Savoie had two goals and three assists in six regular-season games with AHL Rochester in 2023-24. He could be a call-up option for the Oilers this campaign.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Edmonton Savoie was recalled from AHL Bakersfield on Monday.

Impact Savoie was sent to the minors in late September, but he'll rejoin the NHL club ahead of the regular season. However, he made just one NHL appearance last season and will likely report back to Bakersfield before Oilers' regular-season opener against Winnipeg on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to AHL Savoie was loaned to AHL Bakersfield on Sunday, per Mark Spector of Sportsnet.

Impact Savoie was battling for a roster spot with Edmonton after being acquired in a trade from Buffalo in July, but he'll have to develop his game in the minors to begin the season. The 20-year-old was selected No. 9 overall by the Sabres in the 2022 NHL Draft. The right-shot center appeared in just one contest for Buffalo in 2023-24.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Savoie and Brayden Yager: New Faces in Familiar Places After Surprise Trades Matt Savoie and Brayden Yager are two prospects who were traded from American teams to prairie teams this summer. With both currently playin...

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Edmonton Oilers turn Ryan McLeod into storybook twist for blue-chip prospect Savoie Matt Savoie thrilled to be coming home and joining Edmonton Oilers organization.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • EDMONTONJOURNAL.COM

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JULY 25, 2024 • NHL.COM

Edmonton Oilers trade Ryan McLeod, Tyler Tullio to Buffalo for Matt Savoie Not content to rest on their laurels after a busy start to free agency, the Edmonton Oilers announced a trade late Friday afternoon.

JULY 9, 2024 • EDMONTONJOURNAL.COM

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JULY 8, 2024 • NHL.COM

Changes teams Savoie was acquired by the Oilers from the Sabres on Friday in exchange for Ryan McLeod and Tyler Tullio, per Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton.

Impact Savoie had 19 goals and 47 points across 23 regular-season contests with WHL Moose Jaw in 2023-24 and then provided another 10 goals and 24 points across 19 playoff outings. He also got his first taste of NHL action Nov. 10 with Buffalo, though he logged just 3:55 of ice time in that appearance and didn't record a shot or point. The 20-year-old was selected by the Sabres with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft. While he has plenty of potential, Savoie shouldn't be counted on to make an impact with Edmonton in 2024-25.

JULY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

CHL notebook: Sabres prospect Savoie putting up big numbers in busy season | NHL.com Well-traveled Moose Jaw forward benefiting from 'evolution in his game'

MARCH 23, 2024 • NHL.COM

Matt Savoie's early return to juniors underscores Sabres' depth issues at forward The Sabres have questions to answer about how they’re going to fill out their forward lineup after assigning Savoie to the WHL.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sent to WHL Savoie was assigned to WHL Wenatchee on Saturday.

Impact Savoie logged just 3:55 of ice time against Minnesota on Friday in his NHL debut. He also posted two goals and three assists in six AHL contests for Rochester during a conditioning assignment. He will get to play big minutes at the junior level before a possible return to the pro ranks later in the season.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sabres call up top prospect F Matthew Savoie Jul 7, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CANADA; Matthew Savoie after being selected as the number nine overall pick to the Buffalo Sabres in the firs...

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM

Recalled from conditioning loan Savoie (shoulder) was recalled from his conditioning loan with AHL Rochester on Monday.

Impact Savoie played well during his conditioning stint, picking up two goals and five points through six contests. It wouldn't be suprising to see Savoie, the ninth overall pick from the 2022 Draft, make his NHL debut sooner rather than later. The 19-year-old forward racked up 38 goals and 95 points through 62 games with the WHL's Winnipeg Ice last year.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to AHL for conditioning Savoie (shoulder) was sent to AHL Rochester on Sunday for a conditioning assignment.

Impact Savoie could see some game action in the minors after getting injured during Buffalo's Prospects Challenge finale against Pittsburgh on Sept. 18. If he doesn't see NHL action after being cleared, he may eventually end up being loaned back to the WHL to play for Wenatchee. The 19-year-old forward amassed 38 goals and 95 points in 62 WHL contests last campaign.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Surfaces on IR Savoie (shoulder) was placed on injured reserve Monday, per CapFriendly.

Impact Savoie was injured just before the start of the preseason and the injury is lingering into the regular season. The 19-year-old was selected ninth overall in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft and could make his NHL debut at some point this season.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Wednesday's practice Savoie (shoulder) didn't participate in Wednesday's morning skate, per Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Impact Savoie hasn't practiced with the Sabres at all during training camp due to a shoulder injury. He had 38 goals and 95 points in 62 contests with WHL Winnipeg in 2022-23.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to practice next week Savoie (shoulder) is expected to practice next week, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports.

Impact The 19-year-old was injured during a prospects game earlier in the month, but he remains on track to get back to practicing with the Sabres. Savoie is expected to spend the bulk of 2023-24 with WHL Wenatchee if he doesn't make the Sabres out of camp.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Might return before end of camp Savoie (shoulder) is week-to-week, but might return before the end of training camp, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Impact Savoie injured his left shoulder during Buffalo's prospects game Monday. He had 38 goals and 95 points in 62 contests with WHL Winnipeg last season. Buffalo selected Savoie with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE