BUFFALO \u2014 After his contract in the Kontinental Hockey League expires next year, the Sabres expect prospect Prokhor Poltapov to come to North America and immediately jump into their lineup.<\/p>\n
Where could the Russian, a winger the Sabres drafted in the second round in 2021, 33rd overall, fit in?<\/p>\n
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