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The first-ever draft choice for the Buffalo Sabres was Gilbert Perreault, selected first overall in the 1970 NHL Entry Draft. Perreault went on to have a remarkable career, becoming one of the franchise's all-time greats and a key figure in establishing the team's identity. He was known for his exceptional skating and playmaking abilities, earning him a place in the Hockey Hall of Fame.

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