Olean Times Herald

'“A lot of good memories,” he said. “It was a fun city to play in, we had a really good group of guys. There’s not many there anymore. It was fun. I really enjoyed my time here.”' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres Dmitry Kulikov, Tyler Myers thriving with Jets

'“We were going through a tough stretch there, where you think about bringing guys up, we had some capable defensemen back there,” coach Phil Housley said Monday after the Sabres recalled Guhle. “We were giving them an opportunity to see what they can bring to our team.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres look to Brendan Guhle for spark

'Showcasing those skills against the world’s best teenagers left some observers wondering if Mittelstadt could be an NHL-ready talent. These days, top prospects rarely spend more than a year or two in college.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Casey Mittelstadt leaves World Juniors happy

'Quietly, the Sabres, who have 10 wins all season, have been performing better recently. They’ve earned points in three straight games (1-0-2) and nine of their last 12 outings (4-3-5).' … [Read more...] about Winter Classic experience gives Sabres taste of big time

'“Anytime you score in a situation like that you’re going to be happy,” Reinhart said following the Sabres’ 3-2 overtime loss outdoors at Citi Field. “The situation (for) myself as well, it was one my better ones to see it go in in my life, for sure.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Winter Classic notes: Sam Reinhart scores huge goal

'“I thought earlier in the year there were some times where I was playing well and not getting rewarded, and I thought the same for our team,” said Eichel, who had only seven goals and 20 points in his first 27 games. “I think that over the last few games or so we’ve been a more consistent team shift in and shift out and it’s shown."' … [Read more...] about Winter Classic offers Sabres’ Jack Eichel national showcase

'“It’s funny to say, but you don’t even really dream about something like this because you think it’s never going to really happen,” Rodrigues said. “There’s only one a year, Winter Classic at least. It didn’t really set in until I stepped out on the ice this morning.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Winter Classic brings players back to childhood

'“Everything kind of happened where it was the perfect scenario: snowy day, (71,000) people there … unbelievable atmosphere,” Sabres winger Jason Pominville said earlier this month. “It was perfect for players, for fans, for TV. Like, everything was perfect."' … [Read more...] about 10 years later, Winter Classic memories still special for Sabres

'“I’ll tell ya, I thought my purpose in life was to be an NHL hockey player, because that’s all I dreamed of, all I worked for, and I coached in the NHL, and I did both,” Malarchuk told the Times Herald by phone earlier this month. “But I realized that’s not my purpose; my purpose is what I’m doing now.”' … [Read more...] about Book gives former Sabres goalie Clint Malarchuk new purpose

'“We were finding a lot of shots from the point, from bad angles, and Ryan’s goal is a result of just getting it in there,” Housley said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres use late surge to down Flyers

'“From my understanding, someone from the Western League who was involved with Hockey Canada who knew someone on the team said, ‘Keep him, seventh guy. Keep him,’” Gorges said. “Whoever that was, I owe a lot to, because they could’ve picked five other guys who could’ve done what I did. I was fortunate enough.”' … [Read more...] about World Junior memories special for Sabres’ Josh Gorges

'“It’s just a bunch of guys that get along together on and off the ice,” said winger Jason Pominville, who rejoined the Sabres in June after five years in Minnesota. “Some guys have played together a little while, some guys have come in from different teams. Overall, we’re a young team. It seems like all the young guys get along together.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres have become tight-knit group

'Beef it up for the upcoming Winter Classic on New Year’s Day at Citi Field. Lehner would like to warm up for the outdoor game wearing the old mask, which belonged to former goalie Paul Harrison, who played six games for the Sabres in 1981-82.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Robin Lehner debuts different masks

'“When you’re not winning … we’re going to mix things up, change our lines, try to find a winning formula,” said Housley, whose last-place Sabres have lost three straight games. “Just with Sam, there’s a different expectation for him. He’s proven that he can provide points and production offensively. He’s getting an opportunity.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Sam Reinhart promoted to top line with Jack Eichel

'“Hopefully I get settled in here in the next little bit, then have some time to relax and take your time and just get your mind back.”' … [Read more...] about Scott Wilson comfortable with Sabres