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'Earning a point for the ninth time in 10 games (6-1-3), Buffalo held off being eliminated from the playoffs for an NHL-record 11th consecutive season.' … [Read more...] about Olofsson rallies Sabres in 4-2 win over Hurricanes

'“The entirety of the game, we just couldn’t get the emotional energy,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “I give our guys credit for trying to find it and fight. But we just didn’t have that jump, that zip, that we have when we’re fresh.”' … [Read more...] about Panthers beat Sabres 5-3 to clinch playoff berth

'“I think this game is a start to that. And obviously, we’ve got a lot of work to do,” added Krebs, who had a goal and assist. “But now, that was a lot of fun. When playoffs hopefully come around here soon, it’s going to be electric.”' … [Read more...] about Olofsson scores go-ahead goal in Sabres 4-3 win over Preds

'“I stood down here 10 years ago upon my induction into the Sabres hall of fame, and I remember saying that night, this is the only job I ever wanted. This is the only place I wanted to be,” Jeanneret said during a 15-minute ceremony held before the Sabres’ 4-3 win over the Nashville Predators. “I meant every word on that particular night. And boy, do I mean it now.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres raise banner honoring longtime broadcaster Jeanneret

'“We generated a lot of chances,” Girgensons said. “Sometimes goalies make big stops. Especially in OT there, we had a golden opportunity and the goalie just came up big for them.”' … [Read more...] about Wheeler lifts Jets to 3-2 shootout win over Sabres

'The surge comes at a time most non-contenders fade, and it’s a signal of the team finally showing glimpses of buying into Granato’s season-long message to play without hesitation or fear.' … [Read more...] about Surging Sabres show signs of blossoming in late-season run

'“I was already halfway to the bench,” Thompson said. “I turned around and saw them chasing me down. I had no clue.”' … [Read more...] about Thompson winner with 10.6 left, Sabres rally past Blackhawks

'“I like how our guys responded but we let it slip away late,″ Sabres coach Don Granato said. ”We got a point out of it but we had to push through in a tough building. They battled and fought all night long.”' … [Read more...] about Miller scores in OT, Rangers beat Sabres 5-4

'After Buffalo’s Tage Thompson and Kuznetsov traded shootout goals, Ovechkin scored on Washington’s third opportunity. He drove in from the right side and faked going forehand before going backhand to chip the puck in over Dustin Tokarski at the left post.' … [Read more...] about Ovechkin seals Capitals’ 4-3 shootout win over Sabres

'“Guys are not getting comfortable with one or two games,” Girgensons said. “That was a fun game to play against a good team. Kind of a playoff type of game. It was back and forth.”' … [Read more...] about Thompson leads Sabres to 4-3 shootout win over Penguins

'Casey Mittelstadt had a goal and an assist, and Jeff Skinner scored in regulation for the Sabres, who have won four of their last five games. Craig Anderson made 30 saves for his 20th win.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin’s OT goal lifts Sabres over Canucks 3-2

'It was a rare lost point on home ice for Calgary (37-16-8), which is 15-1-2 in its last 18 games at the Saddledome.' … [Read more...] about Sabres capitalize on goalie gaffe, beat Flames 1-0 in OT

'Connor McDavid, Kailer Yamamoto and Tyson Barrie each had a goal and an assist and the Edmonton Oilers won their fourth in a row, beating the Buffalo Sabres 6-1 on Thursday night.' … [Read more...] about Oilers rout Sabres 6-1 for 4th straight victory

'“It’s really special, being able to chip in and help the team win,” Hinstroza said. “Obviously we got the win, that’s the biggest thing. There’s so many distractions this weekend with family over and everyone at the hotel enjoying themselves, but our team did a great job putting that in the background and coming in and realizing we have a big game to win here."' … [Read more...] about Hinostroza leads Sabres past Maple Leafs in outdoor game

'During the pre-game warmup, fans placed signs along the glass in the Vegas end welcoming Eichel. One read, “Thank you, Jack, best of luck in Vegas.” Others were more negative, with one reading, “Thanks for nothing Eichel. Boo,” and another with, “Eichel #9. I’m not mad. I’m disappointed.” One fan behind the benches held up a more diplomatic sign, which read, “Hey, Jack. We … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Golden Knights 3-1 in Eichel’s return to Buffalo