Olean Times Herald

'While the Flyers opened up a huge shot advantage early, the Sabres made their limited chances count on goalie Ivan Fedotov, who made his first NHL start, and received stellar netminding from Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.' … [Read more...] about UPL, Jack Quinn and rare timeout help Sabres beat Flyers, stay in playoff chase

'Having spent much of his career as a backup, Comrie can handle a secondary role. But as he morphed into a spare part – he has backed up or been scratched 23 of the last 24 games, including Friday’s 4-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers – he had a difficult time seeing an end goal in his mind.' … [Read more...] about As career with Sabres likely nears end, Eric Comrie excited to work on game

'“Not letting (yourself) get too emotional here or shut down emotionally there during certain situations, because personally and with the team, there’s been a lot of ups and downs,” Tuch explained following Thursday’s practice in KeyBank Center. “It’s been a roller coaster with everything going on, a lot of outside noise.”' … [Read more...] about Steady Alex Tuch giving Sabres offense, veteran leadership

'“It definitely felt like my best game and felt like I was kind of finding my mojo a little,” Quinn said. “But honestly, just starting to feel like myself again with the conditioning and getting my legs under me, just kind of having the energy to play with pace.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Quinn finding ‘mojo’ after return from injury

'The Sabres, who are still alive for the Eastern Conference’s second wild card spot, don’t play on consecutive days over their final six games this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send rookie goalie Devon Levi to Rochester after two starts

'Coming off a 12-goal rookie season, winger JJ Peterka was expected to showcase notable offensive growth this year. But who could’ve predicted the German would morph into the Sabres’ leading goal scorer?' … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka, linemates help Sabres beat Capitals on Jeff Skinner’s night

'“Lots of challenges, lots of getting to know new people and how the organization is run, and lots of new stuff on the ice to get used to and learn from,” Byram said prior to Tuesday’s 6-2 win over the Washington Capitals in KeyBank Center. “So it’s a process. It’s not going to happen overnight.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Bowen Byram adjusting to Buffalo following trade

'Skinner has played for so long that as a rookie with the Carolina Hurricanes in 2010-11, the Sabres made the playoffs. That, of course, feels like a generation ago.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jeff Skinner set to play 1,000th game without playoff appearance

'Saturday’s defeat illustrates how far the Sabres have fallen during a record-setting playoff drought about to hit 13 seasons and the work they must do to win back a disgruntled fan base.' … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs beat Sabres as Toronto fans take over Buffalo: ‘We have to earn it’

'Following an underwhelming four months, Thompson has looked like the budding superstar who scored 47 goals and 94 points last season.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson, Devon Levi dazzle as Sabres roar back to beat Devils

'Jeff Skinner, who usually occupies that spot, has struggled and moved around the lineup. So coach Don Granato has utilized Jordan Greenway, Zemgus Girgensons and even Eric Robinson there this month.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: JJ Peterka earning keep on top line; Michael Houser injured with Rochester

'“Regardless of what level you’re playing, being able to get into a game, as long as you’re playing and getting better, there’s no need to chase the highest level,” the rookie said. … [Read more...] about How Sabres’ Devon Levi seized chance in Rochester, became better goalie

'“Simple things we let slip,” said coach Don Granato, whose Sabres allowed five goals in the third period of Thursday’s 8-3 road loss to the Edmonton Oilers. “Simple details, starting with puck battles. We lost battles early. On retrieved pucks, we had body position and lost the battle. Lost some battles to the net.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres, UPL struggle early in ugly loss to Senators: ‘We let him down’

'“Playing those games, even from the first one to the next one, I’m like, ‘I can play at this level and I can make an impact on the ice,’” Johnson said. “And that was really cool to learn. I think a big thing was bringing the consistency. There are guys who play dominant every night. And that’s, obviously, a goal if you want to impact the game for helping your team win.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Ryan Johnson earning big minutes with Rochester Amerks

'Sabres coach Don Granato said Quinn, who has missed 23 games since getting his left ankle caught in the boards Jan. 27 in San Jose, is officially day to day. He participated in a full-contact practice Tuesday in his usual spot at right wing alongside center Dylan Cozens and JJ Peterka.' … [Read more...] about Sabres know Jack Quinn’s return from injury can give them boost