'“Obviously, we’re not in our prime yet,” said Dylan Cozens, whose breakout season included 31 goals and a seven-year contract extension. “Our prime years are still ahead, and to be as close as we were this year, I think we made a big step. Next year, playoffs is the expectation. We all believe that we will be there, and we know what it takes now.”' … [Read more...] about A promising season over, Sabres shift focus to next step: ‘Playoffs is the expectation’
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Sabres goalie Craig Anderson enjoyed special connection with Buffalo fans
'“It’s been a great city,” he said. “It’s been a welcoming city. I’m looking forward to seeing where this city and this team can go.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Craig Anderson enjoyed special connection with Buffalo fans
Saturday's Columbus Coverage
Columbus Blue Jackets drop finale to Buffalo Sabres, gain second-best lottery odds (Columbus Dispatch) Photo gallery (Columbus Dispatch) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Columbus Coverage
Skinner leads Sabres to 5-2 win over Blue Jackets
'“I thought our guys came out and were dialed in, committed to the result,” Buffalo coach Don Granato said. “Big win today. It didn’t happen early, but we stayed on it.”' … [Read more...] about Skinner leads Sabres to 5-2 win over Blue Jackets
Sabres win season finale, 5-2 in Columbus
'The Sabres roared back in a big way in the second period, as they responded with a run of three-consecutive goals to take a 3-1 edge in less than a six-minute span between goal No. one and three.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win season finale, 5-2 in Columbus
Sabres end season on high note, take down Blue Jackets and tally 91 points this season
'Trailing 1-0 heading into the second the Sabres would respond with three unanswered goals by Jeff Skinner, Victor Olofsson and Alex Tuch. Before a late Blue Jackets goal shrunk the Buffalo lead to 3-2 at the end of the second period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres end season on high note, take down Blue Jackets and tally 91 points this season
Sabres finish with winning record for first time during 12-year playoff drought
'Closing out the season with a 5-2 victory Friday night at Columbus, the Sabres finished with 91 points (42-33-7), their most since the 2011 team that qualified for the playoffs with 96 points (43-29-10).' … [Read more...] about Sabres finish with winning record for first time during 12-year playoff drought
Sabres' Craig Anderson reflects on final NHL victory
'"How you treat people and what you say to them, it goes a long way, and I think that's the kind of respect that they gave tonight. I didn't know I had that much influence on those guys," Anderson said about his former teammates.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Craig Anderson reflects on final NHL victory
Skinner has 3 points for Sabres in win against Blue Jackets
'"It's been a long year," Skinner said. "Obviously we didn't reach the goal we wanted to, but you have to be professional and put a good effort in. We had a lot of chances early. Their goalie made some good saves. We had to stick with it, and it paid off."' … [Read more...] about Skinner has 3 points for Sabres in win against Blue Jackets
Postgame Report | Sabres close out 2022-23 campaign with win in Columbus
'The Sabres finish the season with 91 points, their first time eclipsing the 90-point mark since 2010-11. Their 42 wins are also their most since 2010-11.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Sabres close out 2022-23 campaign with win in Columbus
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks open final weekend with 7-4 loss to Belleville (Amerks.com) Amerks announce 2022-23 year-end award winners (Amerks.com) Chartier hat trick leads Belleville Sens to win over Amerks (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage