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'So the first point to make after the Sabres’ dismal weekend in Prague is not to go all Doomsday on a season that just started. There’s a lot to worry about for sure, but many of those same concerns would be the same had the Sabres gone 1-1 on the trip, which they would have done had they simply won the third period on Saturday. Still, if that split had taken place, there … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s not time to panic about the Sabres, but two tough home games loom

'The Ducks had a need in goal with starter John Gibson down due to an appendectomy and reached out to pluck Reimer, 36, off the Buffalo roster. Reimer was 11-8-2 with a 3.11 goals-against average and .904 save percentage last season in 25 games for the Detroit Red Wings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose goalie James Reimer on waivers to Anaheim

'The Sabres outshot the Devils 19-7 at 5-on-5 when Greenway was on the ice, and they had 73.6% of the shot attempts, according to Natural Stat Trick. A first-line role wasn’t what Ruff envisioned for Greenway before training camp began last month. He started on the right wing next to offseason acquisitions Ryan McLeod and Jason Zucker, but Greenway showed, at least for one … [Read more...] about What we learned from the Sabres’ pair of losses in Prague

'The Sabres managed to score first despite sending out a short-handed lineup, but a series of mistakes in the third period allowed the Devils to roar back and take the lead and caused Buffalo to head home with a 3-1 loss.' … [Read more...] about Sabres takeaways: JJ Peterka’s injury looms large as Devils complete sweep in Prague

'They traveled to Czechia’s capital city from across Europe, including places such as Portugal and England, where ice rinks are scarce, and any mention of Sabres would raise eyebrows or conjure “Star Wars” references, and as far away as the Pacific Northwest.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans travel to Prague from across the globe to cheer on Buffalo: ‘This is our year!’

'Much like the spot Matt Savoie was in last year with the Sabres, Musty really could stand to get the opportunity to play in the AHL. But at 20, he can’t go there yet because of the NHL/CHL agreement. And that’s a shame in this case.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Sharks give Hamburg’s Quentin Musty marching orders on way back to OHL

'Tops has become the official grocer of the Sabres, renewing a partnership that went on for nearly two decades, but ended seven years ago as the grocer struggled with a massive debt load and fell into bankruptcy. The two entities previously collaborated from 1999 until 2017.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Tops rekindle partnership for upcoming season

'Once the first period was underway, though, the Sabres’ performance reminded fans of forgettable games in Buffalo not long ago. Despite having a different coach behind the bench, Lindy Ruff, and a revamped lineup with several offseason additions, the same mistakes that cost them a playoff spot for a 13th consecutive year reared their ugly head.' … [Read more...] about Sabres takeaways: Early deficit dooms Sabres in 4-1 loss in Prague to open the season

'It’s been a great learning experience. Get a lot of time in all departments that have to do with goaltending, so that’s been good. I’m also thankful to work with a lot of great people. Mike Grier, former Sabre as GM, (Thomas) Vanek is a scout. In my role, I blend amateur scouting, pro scouting and development. I get to see a lot of goalies. Even Todd Marchant is from Buffalo, … [Read more...] about Q&A with Ryan Miller during his trip to Prague: ‘We want to keep the Sabres culture strong’

'“I wanted to be around with other people that were possibly interested in the event, seeing how everybody else’s reaction is to get ready for next week,” said Chris Williams, a financial planner and Sabres season ticket holder, already looking forward to the first game in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fans kick off new season at Seneca One tower

'“It’s cool to be starting as the opening goalie, but the game Friday matters as much, hopefully, as the last game of the season and mentally it’s the same,” Luukkonen told The Buffalo News following practice Thursday in O2 Arena. “You need to perform. Nothing is given, everything is earned. It doesn’t matter what game it is. You’ve got to be ready.”' … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen finally broke through. Now, he’s driven to be even better for Sabres

'General manager Kevyn Adams and owner Terry Pegula rehired Ruff to bring structure and accountability to the Sabres after the club took a step backward. There’s a different level of intensity and competition to training camp with Ruff in charge. A different voice and approach behind the bench won’t matter, though, if the building blocks of the team – Dahlin, Tage Thompson, … [Read more...] about Sabres’ franchise pillars fueled by disappointing season, determined to finally succeed

'So now here we are with a new season, with a Ruff reunion feeling like a bit of a Hail Mary by owner Terry Pegula and embattled general manager Kevyn Adams. In Lindy We Trust feels like an organizational mantra. It might work but we’re not expecting it. At this point, you just can’t. The message to this team is simple: Show me on the ice.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: You won’t see a playoff prediction here until Sabres prove they can do it

'How have the Sabres done on the trade market since Adams became general manager in 2020? Here’s a glimpse at his deals and how they’ve panned out, using Evolving-Hockey.com’s Goals Above Replacement and Wins Above Replacement metrics...'. … [Read more...] about Sabres rewind: Looking back at GM Kevyn Adams’ consequential trades

'It’s hard for an NHL team to miss the Stanley Cup playoffs for 13 straight seasons. As we know, the Buffalo Sabres found a way to do it. With Lindy Ruff back in charge, returning to the postseason is not just priority No. 1 for the organization; it’s a desperate need. Here’s a year-by-year look at the Sabres’ postseason drought, with overall records, point totals, winning … [Read more...] about You probably know the Sabres’ playoff drought is at 13 years. Here’s a quick look at how they got there