Today, we continue our 2021 Buffalo Sabres player report cards with a focus on forward Victor Olofsson. The 25-year-old is finding his legs in the NHL. This season was just really his second season in the NHL, and all things considered, he didn’t have a bad year - but depending on what roster moves come this summer, he may be called upon to step into an even bigger role going forward.
Total Season Stats: 56 GP | 13 G | 19 A | 32 PTS
Age: 25
Contract Status: Signed through 2021-22 ($3,050,000)
In a year filled with ups and downs - a shortened season, the disappointing Buffalo premieres of Taylor Hall & Eric Staal (and then departure of both), plus the injury to Jack Eichel - Olofsson was a significant contributor on a stifled Sabres offense.