'“It seems like our mistakes right now, every single one ends up in our net,” Buffalo captain Jack Eichel said. “You know you’re going to make mistakes over the course of the game and the magnitude of the mistakes are probably too big."' … [Read more...] about Lucic, Kassian each score 2 to power Oilers in win over Sabres
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Red-hot Skinner enjoying life with surging Sabres
'"My team's playing well, so individuals start to have success," he said conservatively. "I'm thankful Buffalo gave me an opportunity to get a fresh start."" … [Read more...] about Red-hot Skinner enjoying life with surging Sabres
Craig Anderson’s 46 saves leads Senators over Sabres
'The Senators had built themselves a 3-0 lead heading into the third period thanks in part to two power-play goals. But two goals, including one on the power play, from the Sabres in the opening four minutes in the third made it tight until the end.' … [Read more...] about Craig Anderson’s 46 saves leads Senators over Sabres
No. 1 pick Rasmus Dahlin scores in Sabres win over Islanders
'"It’s always nice to get on the board. It’s nice to execute on offence, Skinner said. "We have a chance to clean some things up in the next week or so and be ready for the regular season."' … [Read more...] about No. 1 pick Rasmus Dahlin scores in Sabres win over Islanders
Maple Leafs remain perfect in pre-season after win over Sabres
'Kyle Okposo and Jeff Skinner scored for the Sabres. Carter Hutton played the entire game and turned away 28-of-31 shots in the defeat.' … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs remain perfect in pre-season after win over Sabres
John Tavares scores twice as Maple Leafs down Sabres
'Andrew Oglevie, C.J. Smith and Tage Thompson replied for the Sabres. Linus Ullmark made 27 stops in taking the loss.' … [Read more...] about John Tavares scores twice as Maple Leafs down Sabres
After hectic stretch, Mittelstadt ready to put down roots with Buffalo Sabres
'“I guess I try not to think about it too much … just go out and play hockey and wherever they put me, they put me,” said the native of Eden Prairie, Minn. “I’m going to go out and try to play my best and play my game.' … [Read more...] about After hectic stretch, Mittelstadt ready to put down roots with Buffalo Sabres
Edmonton Oiler Connor McDavid, Ryan O’Reilly of Buffalo visit injured Broncos
'They also made a point of stopping at Elgar Peterson Arena in Humboldt to pay their respects to all of the 16 people who have died as a result of the collision that involved a transport truck.' … [Read more...] about Edmonton Oiler Connor McDavid, Ryan O’Reilly of Buffalo visit injured Broncos
Carey Price returns from injury to lead Canadiens to 3-0 win over Sabres
'"We didn't work hard enough to beat him (Price) or to score multiple goals in the game. They capitalized on the few chances they had."' … [Read more...] about Carey Price returns from injury to lead Canadiens to 3-0 win over Sabres
Max Pacioretty scores in overtime, Canadiens edge Sabres
'The Sabres, who outshot Montreal 35-26 in regulation time and 35-29 overall, also had a weak (1-5-2) start to the season but have been only somewhat better since, going 4-5-0.' … [Read more...] about Max Pacioretty scores in overtime, Canadiens edge Sabres
Rielly scores game-winner as Maple Leafs shut out Sabres
'Ullmark played the whole game for Buffalo. He made 32 saves on 33 shots.' … [Read more...] about Rielly scores game-winner as Maple Leafs shut out Sabres
Nathan Beaulieu expected to leave Montreal
'"I talked to the management yesterday (Saturday) and it was very positive," he said, adding that he had received text messages from some Sabers players to welcome him afterwards The announcement of the transaction. This is a huge opportunity for me. And then I'm lucky, because I'll play for a team close to home, and I know the Sabers are young and have a bright future ahead of … [Read more...] about Nathan Beaulieu expected to leave Montreal
Canadiens send defenceman Nathan Beaulieu to Sabres for third-round pick
'In 225 career regular-season games, Beaulieu has 60 points (7-53) and 152 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens send defenceman Nathan Beaulieu to Sabres for third-round pick
Robin Lehner shuts door on Senators, helps Sabres to 3-2 win with 39 saves
'"It was a great response," said Lehner, who was traded with David Legwand to Buffalo by the Senators in June 2015 for the 21st overall pick in that year's draft. "We didn't panic in the second. It was a good feeling here. It was a 2-1 game on the road and that's not a bad situation. We came back, we score a goal and they were a little bit on their heels."' … [Read more...] about Robin Lehner shuts door on Senators, helps Sabres to 3-2 win with 39 saves
Eichel has three assists as Sabres hand Maple Leafs sixth loss in eight games
'Often they were just outworked in their own zone and careless with the puck, the Sabres winning the lion's share of battles and races. Toronto actually outshot Buffalo 13-10, but it was the visitors who drew the bulk of quality chances.' … [Read more...] about Eichel has three assists as Sabres hand Maple Leafs sixth loss in eight games