Olean Times Herald

'“You realize that he’s such an interesting guy, (has) an interesting background and a lot of unique experiences that you don’t hear a lot about in the hockey world,” Okposo said. “So it helped out a lot.”' … [Read more...] about Communication skills help Ralph Krueger win over Sabres early

'Olofsson’s lethal shot has helped him morph from an unknown seventh-round pick into a first-line NHL winger.' … [Read more...] about Maturity, commitment to defense helps Sabres’ Victor Olofsson earn roster spot

'Amerks assistant Gord Dineen, 57, has been given Taylor’s coaching duties. Sabres development coach Adam Mair will also assist Rochester early in the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres expect Chris Taylor to fit in well as interim assistant coach

'Thompson, 21, probably should’ve spent most of the campaign with the Americans. But the Sabres, perhaps to show they had something from the Ryan O’Reilly trade, kept the 6-foot-6 winger in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Tage Thompson could dominate AHL with Amerks

'The slick Gilmour, 26, morphed into the Sabres’ biggest surprise this month, earning a long look from coach Ralph Krueger, who likes the way the newcomer plays within the team’s concepts.' … [Read more...] about Strong training camp might’ve earned Sabres’ John Gilmour roster spot

'“We see Johan as a stabilizing type of player that’s consistent within what we need to do, especially without the puck and on the puck,” Krueger said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Johan Larsson impressing coach Ralph Krueger

'“As I look back, I was one of the best options to help that team win,” said Lazar, who’s fighting for a forward spot with the Sabres in camp. “As a 19-year-old, that’s significant.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Curtis Lazar confident after rediscovering scoring touch

'In addition to his skills, Cozens showcased poise few 18-year-olds possess. In Friday’s 3-0 preseason loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, he was one of the Sabres’ best players.' … [Read more...] about Sabres expect prospect Dylan Cozens to compete for NHL spot next year

'“Casey’s game has calmed down,” he said. “In the beginning, he was trying really, really hard and there were spurts in and out of what he wanted to be. His confidence has gone up and his game has improved.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Casey Mittelstadt believes he can thrive in Ralph Krueger’s system

'“We kind of all had a chip on our shoulder,” Miller said Tuesday inside KeyBank Center. “We were all frustrated from … being let go by our former teams.”' … [Read more...] about Colin Miller hopes to bring lessons learned with Golden Knights to Sabres

'“We’ve kept such a big roster because of how well everybody’s performed in training camp,” Krueger said. “We’d be comfortable with any mix of these 12 forwards starting for us.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Scott Wilson fighting for roster spot again

'“I have all the confidence in my ability, I have all the confidence in my defensive ability, I have all the confidence in my speed and my skill to play with everyone in this league,” he said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Evan Rodrigues confident after showcasing versatility last season

'“We love the way he’s involving himself in the group and looking for his opportunity here. Let’s let him continue to push the group for now."' … [Read more...] about Prospect Dylan Cozens still with Sabres, but for how long?

'Given Smith’s AHL production – 45 goals and 102 points in 119 games – it’s unclear if he will clear waivers. The UMass Lowell product has scored two goals and three points in 13 NHL outings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reassign 15 players, including Arttu Ruotsalainen, C.J. Smith

'“Kind of made me feel like myself again,” said Johansson, who made his preseason debut in Saturday’s 5-3 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs inside KeyBank Center. “Coming off all those injuries it was hard to kind of get into any rhythm of playing.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Marcus Johansson learned from short tenure with Bruins