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'"I think we're going to find out more and more about the group," coach Lindy Ruff said after the loss Saturday. "Dealing with adversity is something that can make your team a lot stronger and we're going to deal with some adversity. Obviously, we're not happy. We've had some struggles. We had some power-play units that got changed around with Peterka going out, and we didn't … [Read more...] about Sabres have ‘a lot of work ahead’ following back-to-back losses at Global Series

'"They scored on their chances and took advantage of their chances," Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin said. "We had a couple early (chances) too, so the start could have gone either way, but it's a good learning lesson for us. We've just got to continue to build. We've got some stuff to work on."' … [Read more...] about Markstrom, Devils top Sabres in Global Series opener in Prague

'Smart thinking by Kovacevic to try to plant that seed, but it's not likely the Sabres local fan club will just switch allegiances because the home/road split turns in the Devils' favor Saturday. If anything, they'll be louder. "We know who those guys are," Buffalo captain Rasmus Dahlin said. "They're unbelievable, so tomorrow we owe them a win."' … [Read more...] about Atmosphere ‘tons of fun’ for players, fans in NHL Global Series Czechia

'The one catch, they were put on a strict budget of 3,000 Czech crowns or about $131.' … [Read more...] about Benson, Levi buy Sabres teammates souvenirs in Prague

'There were 350 Czech coaches watching Buffalo practice, all taking part in the NHL Coaching Clinic held Thursday with special guest coaches Todd McLellan and Jay Woodcroft.' … [Read more...] about Devils, Sabres eager to begin season in 2024 NHL Global Series Czechia

'"It's paying off," Luukkonen said after practice Wednesday. "I'm nowhere done yet. I'm still getting better. But I feel the steps I've been taking, they've been big and I've been working to this point to earn the starting position."' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen eager to prove he can be No. 1 goalie for Sabres

'"I feel like I have a lot to prove," Quinn said. "With the injuries and everything I just haven't been able to take the steps I've wanted as a player yet. I feel like last year I would have been able to if I wasn't injured, so I'm on a mission to do that this year."' … [Read more...] about Quinn ‘super excited’ for healthy start with Sabres in NHL Global Series

'"It's a relatively new rink and the rink is smaller, as well," Kulich said. "I've worked out here with forward Matej Blumel from the Dallas Stars and we practice with our skills coach. We just love it here."' … [Read more...] about Kulich enjoying return to Prague ahead of Global Series

'Rousek, one of Buffalo's extra forwards on this trip, has lived in Prague since he was a baby. Guided by a few tips from mom, he knew where to go after practice Monday to show some teammates a little bit of his city and one of his favorite places in it.' … [Read more...] about Sabres take in sights of Prague as part of Global Series

'"Even after the game against Red Bull we're sitting there and we're saying, 'We've still got a week,'" forward Alex Tuch said. "Now it's five days. Tomorrow will make it four. You're just like ready to go, ready to go, and I think this group is the most ready we've been going into a season. I think not only myself but just watching the group and how we played the preseason … [Read more...] about Sabres ‘ready to go’ with regular season set to start Friday against Devils

'"Make sure I get it done," Ruff said. "Get it done means win the Stanley Cup. That's what get it done means. It doesn't mean anything less."' … [Read more...] about Ruff eyes Stanley Cup with Sabres in 3rd stint with team

'Tage Thompson had a goal and an assist, and Sam Lafferty, Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn also scored for Buffalo. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made eight saves in 31:32 before he was replaced by Devon Levi, who made four saves.' … [Read more...] about Sabres blank EHC Red Bull Munchen in NHL Global Series Challenge Germany

'"It was way better than I expected," Peterka said. "I was a little nervous before the day. That didn't happen in a long time. Just super excited for the day and it just got better and better."' … [Read more...] about Peterka’s pride shows through as Sabres win Global Series Challenge game in hometown of Munich

'“I was actually happy and proud [to see them wearing it], just that they like the Bavarian culture so much," Peterka said. "They're so excited to see the Oktoberfest and see the culture in Germany. Just a super cool moment to see them in Munich.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres wear lederhosen for arrival at Global Challenge game

'"It's an honor," Dahlin said Friday after the Sabres morning skate at SAP Garden. "It's probably the proudest moment of my life. It means a lot to me. It's a big responsibility but I am ready for it, super excited. To do it with the team we have right now and where we're going, I feel like I can be a part of something big."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin humbled to be named Sabres captain ahead of Global Series Challenge Germany