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'So heading into Game 30 on the schedule, he's on pace for 51 goals and 110 points. Those are numbers in Pat LaFontaine and Alexander Mogilny territory, circa 1993.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel making his points on hottest streak of his career

'The Sabres were 0 for 7 until Jack Eichel scored with 47 seconds left and Linus Ullmark on the bench for an extra attacker. That was Buffalo's third chance at a two-man advantage on the night. The first two were feeble.' … [Read more...] about Punchless power play is a crisis for the Sabres

'"He's one of the most competitive guys I've ever seen. Not just hockey. Everything," said Addison, whom Cozens rates as one of his best friends on the team. "Every single thing in the world, he's the most competitive guy. Hates to lose. Always wants to be the best of everything. It shows."' … [Read more...] about As Team Canada camp looms, Sabres No. 1 pick Dylan Cozens grinds through schedule

'The power play managed just four shots on goal during its bunch of attempts. It failed to score on a two-man advantage that lasted 24 seconds and two other chances in the first period where a goal would have created a 2-0 lead. It also failed on another 5-on-3 chance in the third period.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Calgary Flames 4, Buffalo Sabres 3

'Hall is making only $6 million this season, but he'll likely command anywhere between $9 million to $11 million as an unrestricted free agent in July. He may not be interested in signing with Buffalo, and the Sabres would be wise to not invest so much money in three players. Jack Eichel and Jeff Skinner already account for $19 million each season. Sam Reinhart and Brandon … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: Will Jason Botterill pursue New Jersey winger Taylor Hall?

'"It was shorter than it should have been,." Hall said before a 7-1 loss to Krueger's Sabres in KeyBank Center. "I had a great experience with him. Two years he was an assistant coach, and he looked after the D. Even then, speaking with him, obviously his attitude was evident. The way he looks at life and hockey was always positive. It was always great chatting with him. We had … [Read more...] about Sabres coach Ralph Krueger’s message still resonates with Devils’ Taylor Hall

'Why is that the case? HockeyViz’s shot maps do a great job visualizing where offense is being generated from, and in Buffalo’s case, it’s not in the dangerous areas of the ice. Most high-powered offensive teams generate their offense from just outside the crease and from the circles, whereas Buffalo’s offense mostly comes from the perimeter.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ underlying numbers on offense look ominous

'"The language within the room is we really feel like we’ve settled into a game that’s pretty consistent without the puck and that’s what all the hard work was about, is making sure we understand what we need to do defensively to be strong as a team and give ourselves a chance every night," Krueger said. "Now, it looks like habits are starting to show up versus always having to … [Read more...] about Sabres follow Ralph Krueger’s blue print to erupt for 7-1 win over Devils

'"It’s something you think a lot about post-career, and that’s the first thing that kind of pops into my head, as I’m sure it did with a lot of other people that know my history," Okposo said when asked if retirement crossed his mind. "When these things happen repeatedly, I just want answers. I want to make sure I’m going to be OK later. I don’t have a crystal ball. Nobody else … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo’s concussion sparked contemplation of his future from him, Sabres

'Eichel had one goal among three points, Conor Sheary scored twice and Asplund, Jeff Skinner, Henri Jokiharju and Victor Olofsson contributed a goal. Nico Hischier scored for New Jersey, which is last in the Metropolitan Division with 22 points.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 7, New Jersey Devils 1

'Family members of both Knox brothers will be on the ice for a pregame ceremony and video presentation. Family members of the original board of directors also will be recognized throughout the night.' … [Read more...] about ‘Founders Night’ celebration to mark 50th anniversary of awarding of Sabres’ franchise

'The results could change if coach Ralph Krueger fixes the Sabres' broken power play, which is an abysmal 1-for-37 over its last 13 games. Buffalo had zero shots on goal in its two opportunities against the Leafs. Jack Eichel and company could barely cycle the puck in the offensive zone on the man advantage.' … [Read more...] about Power-play failures loom large in Sabres’ overtime loss to Leafs

'Saturday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs left Buffalo at 3-8-3 for the month. That's just one point ahead of hapless Detroit for the fewest number of November points in the league with nine.' … [Read more...] about It was a terrible November at times but Sabres’ season wasn’t rendered moot

'Rasmus Ristolainen scored for the Sabres and Carter Hutton had 41 saves in goal. William Nylander broke a scoreless tie with his 10th goal of the season in the second period, and John Tavares scored the game-winner 1:45 into overtime.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Toronto Maple Leafs 2, Buffalo Sabres 1 (OT)

'"Huge," Eichel said without hesitation. "As a team I think it gets us a little momentum when your goaltender is playing like that. You’re really confident. He made so many big saves throughout the whole night and huge opportunities, too. There’s key times in the night he was making a lot of big saves for us. It’s so good to see him have success tonight and get the W."' … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark delivers big saves to back Sabres in ‘special win’