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'“You guys can make your own assumptions on it,” Eichel replied when asked about the hand gesture.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel tells Maple Leafs fans to sit down after scoring in Sabres win

'“I’m used to (wing), I think,” said Johansson, who returned for Sunday’s 5-2 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs at KeyBank Center following a one-game absence. “But, I mean, I like both (positions), it doesn’t really matter. But I think I’ve just played it a lot more over the last few years.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Marcus Johansson looks good following position switch

'One scout who has watched Bogosian regularly throughout his career, including this season, said constantly being injured has taken its toll on the 12-year veteran. The former third overall pick has also tried to live up to the expectations his contract brought. The scout said Bogosian “can be a strong defender” who keeps opponents “honest and somewhat on their toes,” moves the … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel sad to see close friend Zach Bogosian waived, leave Sabres

'Hammond, 32, has compiled a 13-11-2 mark with a 2.59 goals-against average and a .905 save percentage in 28 appearances with the Amerks. The Sabres recalled him last week when Hutton missed a game for a family matter.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make more moves, recall Andrew Hammond, John Gilmour

'Injuries have ravaged Bogosian over his five-year tenure with the Sabres, costing him a whopping 153 games. He missed the first 22 contests this season after undergoing hip surgery in April and later suffering some setbacks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres place Zach Bogosian on waivers

'“He was a little bit off here and there,” Sabres coach Ralph Krueger said of Olofsson early. “But once he found his legs – and he found his hands – it was just outstanding to have him back. We know why he’s the rookie of the year in the National Hockey League for us, no questions asked. He showed it again tonight. We missed him dearly.”' … [Read more...] about Victor Olofsson returns in grand fashion, leads Sabres to overtime win

'Family concerns prevented Pominville from pursuing more opportunities. He doesn’t want to uproot his wife and two children from their Clarence home.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres captain Jason Pominville not retired, would like to play again

'“When you’re in and out of the lineup and all that, it can be hard to kind of find that consistency,” Miller said following Wednesday’s practice inside KeyBank Center. “I don’t think that’s an excuse. You still got to play well and play your game. But I think it’s definitely easier when you have those reps kind of back-to-back-to-back and you’re not missing them.' … [Read more...] about Colin Miller finally adjusting to Sabres, earning more playing time

'Olofsson quickly morphed into one of the NHL’s top rookies, scoring six goals in the first seven games and establishing himself as a Calder Trophy candidate. Overall, he has compiled 16 goals and 35 points in 42 outings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Victor Olofsson, Kyle Okposo could return from injuries Thursday

'“I had to work on some things and obviously just sticking with it,” Hutton said after making 27 saves Tuesday. “Nothing really changed, like I’ve talked about it a little bit here, I started the year really strong and I had some stuff go on that I worked through.”' … [Read more...] about Goalie Carter Hutton difference-maker in Sabres’ win over Red Wings

'“Just simple stuff,” Wilson said of why the line works. “I think with Gussy and Larry, it makes it easy on me. You know what they’re doing almost. We talk about a lot of stuff on the bench.”' … [Read more...] about Simple style helping Sabres’ Scott Wilson thrive following recall

'But the American said returning Thursday or Sunday “are possibilities.” He said he is about a week ahead of schedule. Officially, the Sabres list him as week-to-week.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo nearing return from ‘painful’ upper-body injury

'Skinner has suffered a stunning decline, scoring just 11 goals in 46 outings and compiling a wretched minus-18 rating while skating on the second or third line. He scored his 11th goal last year on Nov. 8, his 16th appearance.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jeff Skinner battling marathon slump, still playing down lineup

'“That’s a highlight of the game, certainly, is the way he then stopped the penalty shot,” Krueger said. “There was some energy on the bench and he really played strong the rest of the way, so what a recovery from a difficult start where we were all part of it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres stick with Jonas Johansson, nearly roar back against Ducks

'“This is a special place for him,” he said. “We talked about that before the game. This is an important game for us as a team always first. But I’m a big believer … if you’ve spent 11 or 12 years in an organization, that is something that’s put on the team."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Ryan Miller’s win in Buffalo special to goalie, Ducks