Olean Times Herald

'“Here he’s at the top of the depth chart, it’s a different type of pressure, and I think he’s starting to recognize that and handle that,” Granato said after the Sabres prepared for Saturday’s road contest against the Arizona Coyotes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Alex Tuch responding to new challenges, piling up points

'The Sabres, having lost goalie Aaron Dell to a three-game suspension, desperately needed Anderson in at least a backup role before Houser entered protocol. Now he might be forced to play right away.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ goalie crisis worsens as Michael Houser enters COVID-19 protocol

'Right now, Houser is the only Sabres goalie who’s officially available for Saturday’s contest.' … [Read more...] about With Sabres thin in net, goalie Michael Houser has special chance to impress

'Perhaps Anderson can at least back up Houser. But what do the Sabres do if he can’t? Would they acquire another goalie? Stay tuned.' … [Read more...] about Aaron Dell’s three-game suspension creates big goalie problem for Sabres

'The Sabres looked downright awful after a solid start, allowing three goals in a span of 2 minutes, 55 seconds late in the first period and losing for the 10th time in their last 13 outings (3-7-3).' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Aaron Dell could face suspension for hit on Drake Batherson

'Power, 19, has established himself as one of the NCAA’s most dynamic players, showcasing a mature game for Michigan that belies his limited experience as a sophomore. Meanwhile, Levi, 20, has quickly developed into arguably college hockey’s best goalie in his first season for Northeastern.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospects Owen Power, Devon Levi have special chance with Canada

'So in his first days, Granato thrust some young players who had been getting scratched or skating short minutes down the lineup – centers Casey Mittelstadt and Tage Thompson, for example – into prominent roles.' … [Read more...] about Halfway through season, Sabres feel progress, excited about future

'“It is sad, disturbing,” Granato said of what Jordan Subban experienced. “I do believe that the rallying of people in unfortunate instances that happen is really inspiring and motivating and influential, very positive, influential. I think from a league standpoint, from a hockey standpoint … there’s issues that have to be dealt with but it’s a reflection of the person or the … [Read more...] about Sabres troubled by racial taunt Jordan Subban experienced: ‘It’s really sad’

'“At his age, it’s incredible,” Granato said of Krebs’ backcheck. “I mean, he works probably harder when there’s a switch that goes off in him when the puck is coming toward our net. I saw it watching film of him before we had him and you watch it now. He knows his responsibility and the team player in him kicks in high gear when a puck starts going toward our net.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Peyton Krebs scores first NHL goals in win: ‘A pretty special talent’

'“It was time for me to see something new, and, obviously, first there was a little bit sadness, but then, obviously, I think it was good for me to go somewhere else,” Ristolainen said. “I liked being in Buffalo. I liked living here, I liked the fans, they were great."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Rasmus Ristolainen has warm memories of Buffalo

'“If I waited another week or another two weeks and tried to really calm everything down, you’re still behind the eight ball with the conditioning and the timing,” he said. “I’m trying to kind of knock three birds with one stone here. Kind of continue to work through the injury while also being able to work through some conditioning and see the puck."' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Craig Anderson could be nearing return from upper-body injury

'Quinn, who made his NHL debut Jan. 11, looked impressive in his first two NHL outings, consistently creating offense. In Thursday’s loss, he scored a power-play goal from the right circle 6:37 into the game and also assisted on center Dylan Cozens’ second-period goal. Quinn played 13 minutes, 15 seconds and pumped three shots on goal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Quinn suffers lower-body injury; Craig Anderson practices

'But right now, the Sabres are still a raw, rebuilding team that ranks among the NHL’s bottom-feeders.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin, Jack Quinn and others give glimpse of Sabres’ future in loss

'After going down opening night, he sat out 21 straight games. Then in his third contest back, he sustained another injury in the same area and has been sidelined the last 15 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Casey Mittelstadt close to playing; Buffalo has long injury list

'Subban appeared to injure his hand or wrist.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Malcolm Subban likely out for season after having surgery