Olean Times Herald

'With their season essentially on the line, the Sabres scored just two total goals. In Saturday afternoon’s 3-1 loss to the St. Louis Blues in KeyBank Center, they created offense again but refused to pay a price to complete their chances.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose again, need more compete: ‘We have to find another gear’

'Linus Ullmark might’ve become that guy if he had re-signed here. Robin Lehner enjoyed some success but battled personal issues. Others have seen their performance – remember how well Jonas Enroth and Michal Neuvirth played? – get in the way of the Sabres’ grand plans.' … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen playing at elite level, could be Sabres’ long-coveted franchise goalie

'A year ago on this date, he had 34 goals in 55 games, a 51-goal clip over a full season. This year, he’s on pace for 27 goals and 52 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres star Tage Thompson confident despite low offensive output

'“There’s no way we think negative of this game,” Dahlin said. “It’s (stinks) right now. I’m more than (ticked) off. But tomorrow it’s a new day, and we played great.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres dominate Stars, still lose: ‘Their goalie won that one for them’

'“On the puck, competitiveness, forechecking, puck battles,” the Americans coach said late last month in Blue Cross Arena in Rochester before the winger’s streak ended. “His battle level is dramatically higher right now than it was at any time he’s been in North America. He’s playing more competitively, he’s hunting the puck harder, he’s winning more puck battles, so therefore … [Read more...] about Tenacity helping Sabres prospect Lukas Rousek pile up points in Rochester

'Granato has trusted Benson, the 13th overall pick in 2023, from the get-go this season, utilizing him all over the lineup. Most coaches, of course, rarely show that type of confidence in a neophyte who’s struggling to score.' … [Read more...] about Mature game helping Sabres rookie Zach Benson earn keep in NHL

'The Sabres, who practiced Sunday in KeyBank Center following their bye week and NHL All-Star break, must erase a 10-point deficit without two of their top talents.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose Mattias Samuelsson for the rest of the season; Jack Quinn’s injury emotional for his teammates

'As goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen solidified his grip on Buffalo’s No. 1 job during January– the Finn posted a 1.52 goals-against average and a .944 save percentage – Levi received sporadic action. Last month, he started just three of the Sabres’ 11 games.' … [Read more...] about Goalie Devon Levi focused in Rochester, not worried about recall by Sabres

'Since Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has emerged as the Sabres’ No. 1 goalie, Levi, 22, has played sparingly. On Wednesday, Levi started his first NHL game since Jan. 9, making 37 saves in 5-3 road win over the Los Angeles Kings. After allowing three goals in the opening 9:44, Levi settled in and looked sharp.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send Devon Levi to Rochester for work during break, recall goalie

'Quinn, 22, was trying to spin away from Hertl between the left circle and blue line when he took the hit. He stayed on the SAP Center ice before putting no weight on his left leg as he skated off 7:07 into the third period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Quinn leaves win against Sharks after injuring left leg

'“Sometimes it’s a blessing in disguise,” said Comrie, who has a 4.01 goals-against average and an .863 save percentage in seven games with the Sabres this season. “You learn the most from your hardships, and I think I’ve come down here and really embraced a lot of things and (I’ve been) trying to find that love for the game again and trying to really just enjoy everything I … [Read more...] about After roster move by Sabres, goalie Eric Comrie seizing chance in Rochester

'Since joining the Sabres two years ago, Krebs, who turns 23 on Friday, has established himself as their fourth-line pivot, showcasing a high-octane style, usually between Zemgus Girgensons and Kyle Okposo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Peyton Krebs confident scoring will come: ‘I have all the tools’

'“Skinner went full go in practice, and I’ll find out exactly what that means,” Sabres coach Don Granato said Monday in KeyBank Center. “It’s definitely good he went through very well. I would expect him very, very soon, if not tomorrow.”' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner close to returning from injury; Sabres recall defenseman

'The Sabres this morning recalled Levi, 22, from the Amerks and sent goalie Eric Comrie back to their AHL affiliate. Levi made 14 saves in Saturday afternoon’s 7-3 win over the Springfield Thunderbirds in Rochester, his first game action since Jan. 9.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall rookie Devon Levi from Rochester, send goalie to Amerks

'The Sabres finished their longest stint at KeyBank Center this season 3-3-0. Kind of meh.' … [Read more...] about Sabres end home stand with loss to Lightning; Don Granato confused by late penalty on Zach Benson