'If the Sabres chose to be sellers before the upcoming trade deadline, Franson, an unrestricted free agent following the season, could be one of their most valuable assets. But a long-term injury could change that.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Cody Franson out after blocking shot
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Sabres implode late, lose to Ducks
'“We had the game right there 1-1,” Sabres goalie Robin Lehner said. “It’s disappointing.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres implode late, lose to Ducks
Derek Grant happy back with Sabres
'“Getting put on waivers (stinks),” Grant said. “When you get claimed, it’s a good feeling in the sense that I know I’m an NHL player and obviously someone else felt that.”' … [Read more...] about Derek Grant happy back with Sabres
Sabres’ Tyler Ennis showcasing tenacity
'“Skating, jump, compete – I think that’s really been the biggest thing, compete has been at a higher level,” Bylsma said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tyler Ennis showcasing tenacity
Sabres roar back late, beat Sharks in OT
'Still, the Sabres carried all the momentum into overtime. When Bylsma saw Eichel and Kane zooming up and ice, he knew a win was imminent.' … [Read more...] about Sabres roar back late, beat Sharks in OT
Sabres goalie Anders Nilsson proud to be ambassador for ‘Hockey is for Everyone’
'“It means a lot to me,” Nilsson said. “I hope I can help some people. If they have any questions, they can feel free to ask me anytime, any day of the week. It’s really fun.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Anders Nilsson proud to be ambassador for ‘Hockey is for Everyone’
Sabres sign Justin Falk to extension
'“He’s been in some minute situations and playing up and down the defensive pairings and really kind of been a real nice addition in terms of stability on the back end.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Justin Falk to extension
Sabres claim Derek Grant off waivers
'Grant offers the Sabres, who struggled to replace him, a fourth-line center. They have been using winger Nick Deslauriers for a few minutes a game in the spot. Cal O’Reilly, Grant’s replacement, was waived last week and sent to the AHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres claim Derek Grant off waivers
Sabres’ Marcus Foligno utilizing talents beside Jack Eichel
'“With 31 games left, it’s doable, very doable,” Foligno, who’s on a 14-goal pace, said Sunday inside KeyBank Center. “That’s my goal. You set goals for yourself in the offensive zone. Fifteen, it’s realistic right now.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Marcus Foligno utilizing talents beside Jack Eichel
Sabres’ Zach Bogosian out Monday; Predators waive Derek Grant
'Defenseman Zach Bogosian, day-to-day with a muscle/rib injury, won’t accompany the team to New Jersey for Monday’s tilt against the Devils, Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. Bogosian hasn’t skated since getting injured Thursday. – Rookie winger William Carrier, out with knee injury, has a bone bruise, Bylsma said. “It’s a wear-and-tear injury for Will,” he said.'' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Bogosian out Monday; Predators waive Derek Grant
Sabres goalie Robin Lehner shuts out Senators
'“Yeah, it’s nice, for sure,” Lehner said. “But I’m over it. This is the team I like. This is the team I play for. You know, it’s history.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Robin Lehner shuts out Senators
Sabres notes: Josh Gorges returns; Nick Deslauriers stays at center
'“If it was up to Josh, he probably would’ve sat out 20 hours and not 20 days,” Bylsma said. “He’s been saying for a good portion of time he’s ready to play and could play and wants to play. His injury is one … he wasn’t able to have any activity for a portion of time.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Josh Gorges returns; Nick Deslauriers stays at center
Justin Falk grateful for time with Sabres
'“When you get a chance to play at this level, where you’re not guaranteed it everyday, it really makes you put things in perspective and stay in the moment and prepare and be mentally ready to play each game,” Falk said Thursday. “I think that’s a good thing for guys like that in that situation of where they’re not only desperate for the season but they’re desperate to play … [Read more...] about Justin Falk grateful for time with Sabres
Sabres tie game late, lose to Rangers in OT
'At that point, it seemed like the Sabres had seized the momentum, and sure enough, they nearly won it twice in overtime.' … [Read more...] about Sabres tie game late, lose to Rangers in OT
Overcoming back injury tough for Sabres’ Dmitry Kulikov
'“For old people, you get out of bed, you’re kind of stiff,” he said Thursday morning inside KeyBank Center. “So it’s just a little stiffer for me, I would say, when I get out of bed nowadays. I need to make sure I do stuff to have myself ready for the game.”' … [Read more...] about Overcoming back injury tough for Sabres’ Dmitry Kulikov