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'“He was a typical first-year guy, you maybe at times think it’s going to be a little bit easier than it is,” said Amerks coach Dan Lambert, a Buffalo assistant last season. “The American League’s a really good league, and there’s not many guys that come from junior … that step into the league and rip it up."' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Nick Baptiste building off rookie season

'The Sabres will have a tough decision to make with Nylander. They could send him back to juniors, he could play in the AHL with the Rochester Americans or he could flat out make the Sabres roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Nylander trying to get better every day

'"Yeah, I think so," Rodrigues said. "Even growing up, my whole life, I was always the smaller guy. I had my growth spurt a little later and developed a little later so you know, I'm always out there to try and prove myself and continue to let people know that I can play.' … [Read more...] about Since His Childhood, Rodrigues Has Refused To Take No For An Answer

'"What we're trying to do is help their details and habits of their game," Rochester Americans coach Dan Lambert said. "What we're trying to teach them, they can bring back to wherever they're playing and hopefully do a job there. We're not trying to reinvent the wheel. It is ice hockey, there's no doubt, but we are trying to incorporate how we want to play in Buffalo and … [Read more...] about Nylander Impresses Lambert At Practice

'"It doesn't bother me at all. I don't worry about it," Ristolainen told The Buffalo News Thursday at Air Canada Centre. "I'm 100 percent here for Team Finland. Then let's see what happens with Buffalo after the tournament. I've never been in this situation before so I really don't know how long it takes or how the contract things work."' … [Read more...] about With World Cup looming, Ristolainen not worried about Sabres contract situation

'“It’s been a long summer unfortunately,” Ullmark said during physicals in First Niagara Center. “It’s good to be back with the boys, and I’m looking forward to it. I’ve been on the ice back home in Sweden, but it’s nothing compared to being here with your own team. That’s the best part of it.”' … [Read more...] about After unexpected season, Sabres’ Ullmark ready for anything

'"I think we all kind of knew this was going to be a four-line team," Eichel said. "We have 13 forwards who can score. If you're trying to match up on a line or two, a guy or two, there's a lot of other guys who can pick it up."' … [Read more...] about Eichel may keep straying from middle as Team North America seeks line combos that mesh

'"I was at home getting ready for dinner and got the call," O'Reilly said. "Obviously it was great. It was a team I wanted to be on from the beginning. You hate it to be from somebody's misfortune but to be here wearing that sweater and having a job to do, it's awesome.' … [Read more...] about O’Reilly thrilled to get the call

'While Bailey might start in the AHL again, a strong camp could position him to begin the season in Buffalo if there’s an injury or be the first winger recalled.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospects will fight for jobs in rookie camp

'“He’s a physical player. He’s tough to play against. Seeing Risto playing for Finland now, he’s leading their team in ice time.”' … [Read more...] about World Cup gives Sabres’ Ristolainen chance to prove his worth

'The Buffalo Sabres and MSG Networks today announced the 2016-17 telecast schedule, with 74 games set to air exclusively on MSG, including the team’s opening-night matchup against the Montreal Canadiens on October 13. The remaining eight games will be broadcast on NBCSN.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, MSG Networks Announce 2016-17 Telecast Schedule

'I think Lehner plays the entire season, and I think he'll play well.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Top 20 Talents: No. 17 – G Robin Lehner

'O'Reilly will replace Dallas Stars standout Tyler Seguin, who has been ruled out due to a knee injury. O'Reilly becomes the fourth Sabres player to make the tourney, joining Jack Eichel (Team North America), Rasmus Ristolainen (Finland) and Dmitry Kulikov (Russia). Goaltender Robin Lehner was chosen to play for Sweden but elected to withdraw from the tournament to remain in … [Read more...] about O’Reilly added to Team Canada roster for World Cup

'O’Reilly has won the last two gold medals representing Canada at the world championship. The 25-year-old was the Sabres’ lone NHL All-Star last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ryan O’Reilly added to Canada’s World Cup roster

'"Any time your country calls, it's a great honor and is something every kid from Canada dreams about getting the chance to do," Seguin said in a statement put out by the Dallas Stars, his NHL team. "While I'm upset that I don't get the opportunity to play, I understand the situation Team Canada is in with a short tournament."' … [Read more...] about Team Canada adds O’Reilly to replace injured Seguin