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'“We were asking about him when we were in Buffalo, and it was probably quiet for a point and for a reason,” Islanders coach Doug Weight told the New York media. “We’re praying for him. He’s a wonderful person.' … [Read more...] about Okposo illness a ‘cloud’ for Sabres as they hit final weekend

'The Sabres could not yet confirm the report.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Okposo reportedly released; Guhle joins Amerks; Foligno done

'“Careers are short in this game,” the Sabres center said. “To do it two years in a row and not go anywhere, not get any better, it’s pathetic. It’s so frustrating.' … [Read more...] about After Sabres’ ‘pathetic’ season, O’Reilly looking for internal fix

'A neuro intensive care unit comprises an area of the hospital devoted to a team of specially trained physicians, nurses, therapists and other professionals. They are outfitted with equipment to assess, monitor and treat patients with disorders or injuries of the brain or spinal cord.' … [Read more...] about Questions, answers as Sabres’ Kyle Okposo lands in neuro ICU

'After coach Dan Bylsma admitted to being “very concerned” about Okposo’s health, word came that the 28-year-old had been admitted to the Neuro Surgical ICU at Buffalo General Medical Center. Paul Hamilton of WGR-AM 550 first reported the story, which The Buffalo News confirmed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send support to Kyle Okposo, who’s hospitalized and in intensive care

'"It's very upsetting," said Ryan O'Reilly. "This city deserves a winning team and it's an organization that deserves a winning team. We underachieved and we're all disappointed."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Lots of good-byes, but how many hellos come October?

'In two straight games, Jake McCabe whiffed on a pass and the puck ended up in his net. He ended up in the press box because of it.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: McCabe scratched; Eichel rained out

'Goaltender Robin Lehner made 31 saves as the Sabres snapped the Canadiens' five-game winning streak.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Sabres 2, Canadiens 1

'“They’re very supportive fans,” goaltender Robin Lehner said Tuesday. “They deserve better. They deserve better than what they’ve got.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres embarrassed they haven’t given fans good times

'“It’s something the whole world looks forward to, us included,” Eichel said in KeyBank Center. “In terms of trying to grow our game, I think it could have been a good opportunity for us and usually is. I think it’s a good way to bring our country together.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Olympic thoughts; Okposo still ill

'The Sabres certainly weren’t ready for the opening shift. Or the second. Or the third. Just fill in any number, and odds are great the Sabres weren’t ready for that shift.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pull disappearing act as Nylander makes debut

'“It’s kind of crazy that I’m going to play against my brother in my first game,” Nylander said before taking on William Nylander and the Toronto Maple Leafs. “He’s helped me a lot since he came last year halfway through the season to the NHL. He’s just helping me try to develop as much in the AHL and just be ready when this moment comes.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Nylander gets early chance to show his skill

'The Sabres were outshot, 18-2, in a first period that ended with them in a 3-0 hole. They gave up 33 shot attempts and took only 11. They lost 15 of 21 faceoffs. It was the kind of performance that gets coaches fired. The kind that gets GMs sent out the door too. The kind that should get the owner speaking out to apologize to the fans for the sham they've been sold.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: This was tank-era hideous hockey

'According to Elias Sports, that makes the Toronto Maple Leafs the second team in NHL history to feature three rookies with 60-plus points joining the 1980-81 Quebec Nordiques.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Toronto’s trio of rookies making history

'The Leafs built their advantage to 26-5 late in the second before heading to the break with a 29-8 edge.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Maple Leafs 4, Sabres 2