NHL.com is providing in-depth roster, prospect and fantasy analysis for each of its 32 teams from Aug. 1-Sept. 1. Today, three important questions facing the Buffalo Sabres.

1. How will the Sabres replace JJ Peterka ’s 68 points?

Peterka (27 goals, 41 assists in 77 games) was traded to the Utah Mammoth on June 26 for defenseman Michael Kesselring and forward Josh Doan , leaving an offensive void.

The Sabres’ most significant offseason additions at forward are Doan and Justin Danforth , who combined for 40 points (16 goals, 24 assists) last season. As such, making up for Peterka’s offensive production will have to be a team effort.

The two key players in that regard will be forwards Jack Quinn and Josh Norris .

Quinn is expected to receive an expanded role and improve on

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