‘”We felt there was a big opportunity of growth in the 13 games ahead,” Krueger said. “I did not feel any quit in the team. … They were getting the importance of challenging multiple playoff teams through the rest of the season and being able to show we belong on the ice with them and can come out with wins. If that opportunity doesn’t occur, there will be a lesson lost and a phase missed.”‘
Ralph Krueger keeping hopes up, but it's clear he knows Sabres' season could be over
Source: Buffalo News