Sabres Claim Ellis Off Waivers from Kings

The Buffalo Sabres announced on Wednesday that they have claimed left wing Matt Ellis off waivers from the Los Angeles Kings. In 54 games last season, Ellis scored three goals and added five assists for eight points with the Detroit Red Wings and Los Angeles Kings. The Kings claimed Ellis off waivers from the Red Wings in February. Claiming Ellis was likely done for depth on offense, especially with Paul Gaustad out for the next 3-4 weeks after having thumb surgery. When Gaustad comes back from injury, Ellis could get demoted to the minors, unless injuries start to mount for the Sabres on offense.