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'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

'Born in Munich and raised a diehard fan of the city’s hockey team, Red Bull Munchen, Peterka learned this week that the Sabres will relocate their training camp to Germany in the fall and will finish their exhibition schedule against his former club on Friday, Sept. 27.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to open 2024-25 season in Czechia with two games against Devils

'Byram has made an immediate impact through two games with Buffalo, averaging 25:22 of ice time while skating next to Rasmus Dahlin on the top defense pair. But for the Sabres to finally clear the playoff hurdle next season, Adams must rebuild the position that he depleted by trading Mittelstadt, who had produced a team-leading 87 points since Jan. 1, 2023.' … [Read more...] about Adding another proven center must be atop the Sabres’ offseason checklist

'Peyton Krebs has no goals in his last 23 games, even though the know-it-alls on X insist he’s an offensive threat. Zach Benson has two goals in his last 30 games and would be in the AHL if the NHL’s goofy rules for under-20 players would allow it. JJ Peterka has one goal in his last 13 games and Alex Tuch has one in his last nine. Jeff Skinner has three in his last 16.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: In last-gasp week, the Sabres’ forwards have to find the range

'The Sabres have notified season ticket holders who resell many of their game tickets on the secondary market that they’ll need to purchase a state-required $5,000 reseller license before they can renew their membership.' … [Read more...] about Sabres season ticket holders reselling majority of games being required to purchase license

'Another stellar performance by Luukkonen allowed the Sabres to mount the improbable comeback.' … [Read more...] about Observations: ‘Craziest’ overturned goal forces Sabres to use shootout to beat Oilers

'"It’s probably no secret that I’ve been working for a couple years to find a defenseman and it’s really, really tough in this league to find a top-pair kind of talent that Bo Byram is at that age," Adams said of the 22-year-old. "You generally have to draft them. So, these are really, really difficult trades to make. It was something that I’d say I worked on for a while."' … [Read more...] about Sabres takeaways: Search for ‘top-pair’ defenseman led to blockbuster trade

'I get all of this but now they can't score enough and the center depth is suspect with Casey Mittelstadt traded, both Tage Thompson and Dylan Cozens having step-back seasons and the readiness of prospects Jiri Kulich, Matt Savoie and Noah Ostlund uncertain. And exactly what kind of player is Peyton Krebs anyway? X insists he's a scorer but three goals in 63 games says those on … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: The Sabres sold at the deadline as they keep evolving a style that needs to get figured out