Last week, the Buffalo Sabres signed Connor Clifton to a three-year deal, and the hard-hitting blueliner is just now coming into his own.
The Buffalo Sabres drew praise when they signed Connor Clifton last week, given the overall need he fills on the team. But the former Boston Bruin could just be coming into his own, even at age 28.
Clifton has only played in 232 NHL games, meaning he still has more mileage left on his skates than many 28-year-olds. He will also benefit from potentially playing alongside one of the NHL’s fastest-rising defensemen, and he also gives the Blue and Gold more edge at the position than they’ve had in years.