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'Buffalo will award 10 scholarships to the Sabres' Learn to Play program in James' honor to give kids their first opportunity to play hockey. The team will work with the Sabres' S.C.O.R.E ball hockey program to identify potential scholarship candidates.' … [Read more...] about James ‘very humbled’ to be honored as trailblazer by Sabres, NHL

'"I certainly hope that the players and coaches and our staff and the organization are excited, and our fans are excited," Adams said. "But we're in a position right now where we have to go earn it. We have to go get better every day."' … [Read more...] about Sabres hope addition of Hall, Staal helps end nine-season playoff drought

'"He's the best player on the team, there's no doubt about it," Hall said. "And if he's your best player, you have a good chance at making a playoff run. Surround him with the right pieces and right attitude, and then you see what can happen."' … [Read more...] about Hall teaming with Eichel on Sabres ‘will be lethal,’ coach says

'"I'm not really sure where that's coming from and I know there's been even more stuff recently, I was told," Adams said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres expect to keep Eichel, willing to trade pick at NHL Draft

'"When he became general manager in Buffalo, I sent him a note wishing him the best knowing that he would succeed and do well," the center said of Adams on Friday. "Little did I know he'd be trading for me in two months."' … [Read more...] about Staal says reuniting with Sabres GM helps with ‘shock’ of trade from Wild

'"For me, our team is about everybody's important," Adams said Tuesday. "I don't feel it's a great idea ever to talk publicly about specific individuals and their contract status or what you're going through. You named players who are very well-known and are very good players in the National Hockey League. But we're looking at our roster overall and we're working through each … [Read more...] about Dahlin, Reinhart contracts among decisions facing new Sabres GM

'"Had a great call with Jack this morning just to start to talk to him a little bit," he said. "I'm going to start talking to all our players."' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Adams makes calling Eichel priority on first day

'The Sabres finished 22nd in the NHL this season in scoring (2.80 goals per game) and had three forwards reach the 40-point mark (Eichel, 78; Reinhart, 50; Olofsson, 42). Trading Ristolainen could fetch a quality forward in return, but the issue could also be addressed if Adams and Krueger can find a way to maximize the talents of Skinner. The veteran forward struggled in a … [Read more...] about Adams’ top five issues to solve as new Sabres GM

'Olofsson's a keeper: It's hard to find a top-six forward in the seventh round, but Oloffson (No. 181, 2014 NHL Draft) was third among NHL rookies with 42 points (20 goals, 22 assists) in 54 games. He scored four game-winning goals and tied Eichel for the Sabres lead with 11 power-play goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres eye step up by Olofsson, defensemen after season ends

'"I want to coach 'Risto' next season. I would enjoy coaching Risto next season," Krueger said Friday after Ristolainen said earlier in the week he knows he could be traded if the Sabres make changes during the offseason. "So that's probably all I need to say to you. That Risto always comes with a little bit of bite is what we love about him. I'm expecting to see him as a … [Read more...] about Ristolainen will remain with Sabres next season, coach says

'Eichel, 23, has played in 354 NHL games for Buffalo since the Sabres selected him No. 2 in the 2015 NHL Draft. The Sabres (30-31-8) finished 13th in the Eastern Conference and did not make the Eastern Conference Qualifying Round as part of the NHL Return to Play Plan announced Tuesday, extending their League-leading playoff drought to nine seasons.' … [Read more...] about Eichel ‘fed up’ with losing after Sabres miss playoffs again

'"I want to win, if it's in Buffalo or somewhere else, and I feel like when a team doesn't get to the goal that is [Stanley Cup] Playoffs, I think you need to make some changes. If changes will happen, I know I'm one of the first ones probably who is going to get traded. It's part of the business and I'm ready, whatever happens. I have really enjoyed my time in Buffalo. It's … [Read more...] about Ristolainen expects to be among first players Sabres might trade

'"My responsibility's not going to change," Botterill said. "I have to continue to build this organization to be strong at all levels ... whether it's goaltending, defense, forwards. It's imperative that we get stronger in these spots. I think we're on the path to doing that, but it's important that continues to grow however long this offseason is. ... We'll see what's … [Read more...] about Botterill braced for pressure of returning as Sabres general manager

'"That first night we were all together in Montreal, it was kind of split down the middle," Eichel said. "The Americans were on one side of the place and the Canadians were on the other, and then I think as the tournament wore on, we started to get a lot closer, and that all went out the window."' … [Read more...] about Eichel reflects how Team North America came together at World Cup

'"From the moment I first arrived in Buffalo, I was welcomed by the Roswell Park family with open arms," Eichel's message said. "Seeing the compassionate, life-saving care you provide has been really inspirational for me. Growing up with a mom who is a nurse, I know how emotionally dedicated you all are, and I want to thank you for all you do and the sacrifices you make."' … [Read more...] about Eichel surprises hospital staff with flowers for National Nurses Day