Olean Times Herald

'[“While we haven’t slammed the door – and I don’t think they have, either – I think they’ve also been pretty honest that it’s probably going to be a fairly unlikely scenario,” Steve Bartlett told the Times Herald. “So I’ve been focusing on trying to look at other opportunities for him around the NHL.”' … [Read more...] about Brian Gionta likely won’t return to Sabres

'The Buffalo-raised Hajt is the son of Sabres Hall of Famer Bill Hajt, one of greatest defensemen in franchise history.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Chris Hajt as assistant coach

'“I didn’t know that I was going to go in the 30s, actually,” Davidsson said Saturday following the first session of development camp inside HarborCenter. “I kind of regretted it afterwards. It would’ve been much fun to be there.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Marcus Davidsson wishes he attended NHL Draft

'“He was playing behind some guys,” Housley said. “I think he wanted more minutes, he wanted more opportunity, and luckily for us, we got him. … He can skate and he’s mobile. A big part of our team is the mobility back there.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Phil Housley likes defense, plans to lean on Marco Scandella

'“Our conversations with Jack and the group have gone extremely well,” Botterill said inside HarborCenter following the close of development camp. “We’ll continue those throughout the summer here and stuff to see if we can find a common ground. From our standpoint, we certainly want to get something done, and from everything we’ve heard from Jack and his agents, they want to … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill optimistic about Jack Eichel’s contract extension

'“It’d be a surprise for any kid coming from college to make that jump right away,” Malone said of going from Harvard to the Sabres so quickly.. “I just treated it like another game. … I adjusted pretty well to the speed. … It happened so quick for me, before I knew it, it was just gone. It was fun.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Sean Malone healthy, ready for pro hockey

'Laaksonen’s selection surprised just about everyone. Even in this age of information, essentially only some statistics and his outdated height and weight were available to journalists and fans.' … [Read more...] about Little-known prospect Oskari Laaksonen knew Sabres had interest

'“When Jason asked me to come aboard, I thought this was just the perfect opportunity to start to rebuild another championship team,” he said following the first session of development camp. “I know it’s kind of an old saying, but it’s too good an opportunity to pass on.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres assistant GM Randy Sexton passionate about new job

'“My goal is to still make the team this year,” Guhle said. “It’s not supposed to be easy. You’re not supposed to be able just to come in and have a spot for me. I have to earn it. I’ll have to show them in the training camp and preseason I’m ready to play.”' … [Read more...] about Brendan Guhle, other Sabres prospects must prove themselves

'Larsson, 24, compiled six goals and 11 points in 36 games before a dislocated elbow and wrist ended his season Dec. 31. Before getting hurt, Larsson usually pivoted the Sabres’ third line, showcasing a tenacious two-way game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Johan Larsson to two-year contract

'Mittelstadt can wow crowds by showcasing a slick style “you really can’t teach,” Smith said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Casey Mittelstadt thrived at two levels as senior

'The Sabres also named former scout Seamus Kotyk goaltending development coach.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Davis Payne as associate coach

'“I’m hoping to get a good look in Buffalo and a fresh start,” Pouliot said. “I’m going to be 31 years old. I’m not 23, 24 anymore. So I think I’m just looking for the best opportunity for me to extend my career. Buffalo is a team that’s rebuilding everything, and it’s the same thing for me in Edmonton, the first year I signed (in 2014).”' … [Read more...] about Sabres offer Benoit Pouliot fresh chance

'“He was a player who was a high-end offensive player at the American Hockey League level that found a way to contribute in the National Hockey League and play National Hockey League games as a defensive player,” Botterill said Saturday, a day after he hired Taylor to coach the Amerks. “Goes to show you the hockey sense he has and sort of the hockey mind.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill believes Chris Taylor right fit for Amerks

'“It’s a good situation here,” Botterill, who was hired May 11, said Saturday on a conference call. “It’s been a good week for our organization.”' … [Read more...] about GM Jason Botterill happy with Sabres: ‘It’s been a good week’