Without injured Eichel, Sabres have big challenge awaitingSource: Buffalo News ‘But can the Sabres withstand such a long-term loss of their star player? No chance. Under that scenario, that would be season over before it starts.’ Related posts: Campaign to sell Sabres tickets meets with chilly response Injured Gaustad misses Boston trip Sabres rookie Jack Eichel ready for ‘Prospects Challenge’ Injured Hecht is sidelined for at least a week Ellis makes season debut filling in for injured Ennis