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'Probably the biggest assets they bring are credibility and a proven track record of success. Botterill apprenticed in the Pittsburgh Penguins organization, which is the gold standard for success. Housley was an assistant with the Nashville Predators and handled the best defense corps in the NHL. He also coached USA to a gold medal in the World Junior Championship.' … [Read more...] about Mixed Media Roundtable: NHL watchers size up the Sabres

'The playoff drought isn't as pronounced for the Amerks as it is for the parent Buffalo Sabres. Rochester last went to the postseason in 2014. Since then they've endured three losing seasons. And the six-time Calder Cup champions haven't advanced past the first round of the playoffs since 2005.' … [Read more...] about 2017-18 Amerks preview: Rochester seeking individual gains from team success

'The team unveiled a dozen new concession-stand items Monday at KeyBank Center and several more that are specific to club-level seating. There are new takes on classic offerings in addition to more artisanal entrees and side dishes … and your kids are going to go straight for the crazy ice cream.' … [Read more...] about Here’s what’s new to eat at Sabres games in 2017-18

'"He's a veteran guy and I don't take into regard what has happened in the past," Housley insisted Monday in KeyBank Center. "I only see what's in front of me day to day. Evander has been a great role model for our guys on and off the ice. He's a hard worker. He leads by example and that's part of the reason. You're moving the 'A' around to different individuals to see how our … [Read more...] about Housley drawing good first impression of Kane

'"I'd like to take advantage of HarborCenter with the two sheets of ice when we can because it's always good to do the things we're trying to do at high tempo and high pace,' Housley said. "A fresh sheet of ice does that. Mentally, the guys feel better when they feel faster and they're not on the ice 40 minutes on the same sheet where the snow can get built up."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Housley likes HarborCenter

'"I woke up this morning and had quite a few text messages from some friends, buddies and my parents," Kane said Monday morning in KeyBank Center after the Sabres held off-ice workouts. "I didn't really know what was going on until I got on the Internet and saw what was happening. It just makes you sick."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Kane on Vegas shooting: ‘This type of stuff is just sickening!’

'Jake McCabe (shoulder) and Zach Bogosian (lower body), the club's likely No. 2 pair, were both missing due to injury and their status is murky at best for Thursday's season opener against Montreal. Meanwhile, newly acquired Marco Scandella went hard through the entire practice that took place on both rinks. Scandella did not play in any of Buffalo's six exhibition games on the … [Read more...] about With injuries on defense, Ristolainen’s workload could get pumped up again

'Free agent signee Seth Griffith, who has apparently beat out prospects Justin Bailey and Nick Baptiste to make the team, spent Sunday on the top line with Evander Kane and Jack Eichel. Ryan O'Reilly was centering Benoit Pouliot and Kyle Okposo while Sam Reinhart was between Zemgus Girgensons and Jason Pominville.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: With goals at a premium, lines get a shuffle

'The NHL is requiring all teams to submit their salary cap-compliant roster by 5 p.m. Tuesday. The cap is $75 million for the 2017-18 season. The 27 players on the Sabres' roster, including the injured skaters, total $71,289,940.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trim roster by four, essentially set opening-night lineup

'"Right from the start it wasn't good enough," center Sam Reinhart said. "We've got to demand more. We've got to expect more of this group. We're going to take a day to forget about it and move on, but we've got to be ready for Thursday."' … [Read more...] about Housley has work to do to get Sabres ready for regular season

'"I think if you look at my last two years when I'm out playing my best and I do get moved to center, it elevates my game. It kinda forces me to move," Reinhart said Friday morning after practice in KeyBank Center before the Sabres hosted the New York Islanders.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Reinhart looking confident at center

'The Sabres appeared to have one objective for their preseason finale: Don't get hurt. It failed as Zach Bogosian left early in the third period Friday. The reason wasn't immediately available. "Our doctors are going to take a look at him tonight," coach Phil Housley said in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Islanders 3, Sabres 1

'"It's pretty crazy," said Jordan Nolan, who now lives across the border in St. Catharines, Ont. "Obviously a lot of memories here and friends and family in the area. To come back here after so many years and my father has been here a few times, it's pretty interesting. It's funny the way it works out."' … [Read more...] about Jordan Nolan grateful for chance to continue family ties with Sabres

'"It was a good team to play against, really good players," said Antipin, who easily understood a reporter's questions Thursday after practice in KeyBank Center and was able to put together steady responses as he continues to learn English. "It was an interesting game. Lot of fun. Every game I'm feeling more comfortable."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: First preseason goal another step forward for Antipin

'The 6-foot-1, 215-pound Deslauriers looked to be the strong, domineering forward to patrol the ice for the Sabres. Then Wednesday afternoon, the team claimed Nolan, son of former coach Ted Nolan, off waivers from Los Angeles. Nolan, a 6-foot-3, 219-pound winger, plays a similar gritty game and will challenge Deslauriers for that role on the roster.' … [Read more...] about Fighting for a roster spot familiar territory for Deslauriers