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'The Sabres are also undertaking renovations to the KeyBank Center but more will be necessary in the coming years. The team will eventually need to address the seating bowl and building structure in the 28-year-old arena owned by Erie County but run by the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about New Bills and Sabres COO Pete Guelli has plenty on his to-do list

'The game would have been out of reach if it weren’t for Dahlin. The Sabres had only 10 shots on goal through two periods and trailed 2-0 in the third when Dahlin collected a pass from Owen Power, skated down the slot, then stickhandled around a Canucks defenseman before he sent a backhand shot on net to beat goalie Casey DeSmith with 10:22 left in regulation.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Rasmus Dahlin drags Sabres into the fight but comeback falls short

'“It was hard not to be impressed with the experience and overall business acumen of Pete Guelli,” Pegula said in a statement. “With the upcoming changes on the way in both team’s venues, we are happy to have Pete to help lead our teams.”' … [Read more...] about Bills, Sabres hire Pete Guelli as new chief operating officer

'With three goals in 4:52, the Sabres proved that they had forgotten about the devastating loss in Detroit only two days earlier. And, while the Kraken got to within one later in the first period, Buffalo pulled away for a 6-2 victory to keep pace in the Eastern Conference playoff race.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres finally conquer Kraken, keep pace in playoff race with 6-2 win

'The stakes are like those Levi encountered during his remarkable seven-game run late last season. The Sabres are again fighting to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2011. They were five points behind Detroit for the second-wild card spot in the Eastern Conference, compared to their six-point deficit when Levi made his NHL debut on March 31, 2023.' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi joins Sabres in Seattle ahead of back-to-back against Kraken, Canucks

'A regulation win in Detroit would have rocketed the Sabres’ playoff odds to 11.3%, according to MoneyPuck.com. Instead, they dropped to 4.5% with 14 games remaining. They almost recovered from a similar gut punch late last season.' … [Read more...] about A ‘big trip’ still ahead, Sabres’ shift focus to earning first win over Kraken

'"We didn't play how we needed to play in the second period," Granato said. "We didn't have the the energy and jump that we had in the first, obviously, and it slipped away. After that, we played a little bit tense, a little bit tighter. Some guys didn't look like themselves today, even though the first period was good."' … [Read more...] about Observations: One good period isn’t good enough as Sabres stall in Motown showdown

'Luukkonen has been their most valuable player during the resurgence, leading the league in save percentage (.932), goals-against average (1.87) and shutouts (4) since the beginning of January. However, the team’s revamped blue line also has played an integral role, particularly the improvement of Clifton, Jacob Bryson’s return from Rochester and the addition of Bowen Byram … [Read more...] about ‘This is why I wanted to come here’: Connor Clifton enjoying Sabres’ resurgence

'Current backup Eric Comrie is just 1-7, 3.91/.864, and it’s clear the Sabres feel they can no longer put him on the ice in a game, given their sudden emergence into the playoff race.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Devon Levi for help with back-to-back set on Western road trip

'The Sabres were on a Zoom call with Kane the final week before he made his decision, and the presence of DeBrincat is known to be a tipping point for Kane’s decision in the Wings’ favor once he was healthy enough to play.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Patrick Kane pleased with his run in Detroit even as Wings’ playoff hopes take a nosedive

'Just nine days ago, the Buffalo Sabres were 10 points out of the final wild card slot and about to trade their leading scorer and captain. Pretty amazing how things can change this quickly.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres keep the heat on playoff teams with complete win over Islanders

'“It’s not the easiest thing in the world to come to a new team that has been together all year, to jump right in and feel comfortable,” Greenway said prior to Thursday’s game against the New York Islanders in KeyBank Center. “It’s not easy, but at the same time, you’re still playing hockey. You’re still with a bunch of hockey guys who do a lot of similar things as your … [Read more...] about One year later, Jordan Greenway understands the transition Bowen Byram is making with Sabres

'There’s a lot of ifs in play here over the next four weeks and it’s hard to not look back at what was – two losses to the Ducks and that 9-4 thumping at the hands of Columbus, anyone? – and wonder where this team could be.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: As other teams fizzle, Sabres just have to keep winning

'For weeks, the Sabres have slowly regained the speed, skill and swagger that made them one of the NHL’s most dangerous offensive teams last season. They finally broke through Tuesday night with a performance that changed the complexion of the Eastern Conference standings and showed again that they’re not ready to wave the white flag.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres roll over Red Wings to inch closer to wild-card spot

'“A weird couple days here,” Dahlin said in his first public comments on the moves during a quiet moment this week in the Sabres’ dressing room. “It feels like they just went on vacation and they’re coming back, but they’re not. So I guess a lot of young guys get opportunities to step up and show their leadership. It’s wide open, and everyone just steps up now. It’s going to be … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Rasmus Dahlin left shaken by Sabres’ trades, but his only choice is to forge ahead