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'“It’s something I haven’t dealt with before, so some days were different than others,” Mittelstadt told reporters following Wednesday’s practice in Sunrise, Fla. “But (you) try to keep a positive attitude, keep moving forward. It was kind of a long injury. Maybe longer than expected, but there was progress. I felt it getting better every day, even if it was a little bit, which … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: After long wait, Casey Mittelstadt healthy, ready to play

'“He’s not compared to another defenseman in the league; he’s compared to the absolute best defensemen in the league with no experience,” Sabres coach Don Granato said following Tuesday’s practice inside KeyBank Center. “That’s when he entered the league. And that’s a challenge for him.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin struggling to find consistency

'The Sabres, who leave this afternoon for a two-game road trip, have one other healthy goalie on the roster, Aaron Dell.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dustin Tokarski leaves practice early; Casey Mittelstadt on track to play

'The poor defense was a harbinger for the night. While the Sabres got back in the game after falling behind 3-0 early, they consistently hung Tokarski out to dry.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall behind early, lose to Kraken; Jeff Skinner looking like old self

'Jankowski said Amerks coach Seth Appert has created “an unbelievable environment” in Rochester. The Sabres’ affiliate, which features a mix of top prospects and veterans, has started this season 11-5-0-0.' … [Read more...] about Mark Jankowski grateful for time with Amerks, excited to join Sabres

'“He was sharp and confident,” Granato said of Tokarski. “The saves, I think the two goals against were the only times he didn’t look very comfortable. I don’t think his confidence, I don’t question that at all at any point. But every time he was comfortable in posture he was in front of the puck and stood tall and it was great to see.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Dustin Tokarski bounces back with two strong outings

'Jankowski, the 21st overall pick by the Calgary Flames in 2012, has compiled five goals and 12 points in 13 games with the Amerks this season. He spent all of last season with the Pittsburgh Penguins, recording four goals and 11 points in 45 contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Mark Jankowski; Arttu Ruotsalainen sent to Amerks

'“I was a little fired up after I got hit there so it was a nice way to pay him back a little bit,” Thompson said on a Zoom call following the Sabres’ 4-1 win. “It’s good. I think when we play with confidence, good things happen. I thought tonight, our whole team did that.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson stays hot in win, exacts revenge on Canadiens

'Recalling Luukkonen, 22, from the Rochester Americans would be their easiest option. In 10 games since Anderson was injured Nov. 2, the Sabres have allowed an NHL-high 44 goals. Something must change soon.' … [Read more...] about Could Sabres look to Amerks goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen for help?

'The Sabres, if you’re keeping track, have lost four straight games, allowing a 22 goals during the skid. In each game, they’ve melted down for a short period, a disturbing trend they can’t buck.' … [Read more...] about Sabres melt down early, fall to Bruins; Aaron Dell yanked after one period

'“We haven’t really put an exact date on it,” Mittelstadt said on a Zoom call of his return. “I think it’s more so how I feel, especially when we get into the contact and things of that nature. But it’s been getting a lot better, especially the last week I’d say it’s improved a lot. So, obviously, yeah, the second I think I might play I’m gonna be in there."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Early-season upper-body injury difficult for Casey Mittelstadt

'“We need to progress, we need to push,” said Granato, whose Sabres host the Boston Bruins on Wednesday at KeyBank Center. “Very happy that not only do they push, but they’re starting to feel the progress. They’re starting to feel themselves get better and better and playing with that type of confidence where even if there’s a mistake, they feel they can overcome it."' … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens, Sabres’ other top young players ‘starting to feel the progress’

'“Tage has reached a spot where he’s exciting to watch and he can keep you on the edge of your seat because he’s capable right now,” Sabres coach Don Granato said following the loss before 7,978 fans inside KeyBank Center. “But as far as the potential, I don’t think we’re seeing anything close to what he’s going to become. We just need to keep getting him in situations, his … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson scores twice in loss: ‘Starting to come together’

'“We need stability, and stability is in some part confidence,” Granato said. “So I don’t want to appear erratic, to bend to just immediate pressure, because there’s pressure all the time. So if you just keep responding to pressure by changing everything, you’re going to lose yourself, you’re going to lose your base. And I don’t want that to happen. We know what we are."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Don Granato wants to create stability by limiting lineup changes

'“Everybody in the building knew the scenario and the clock, the situation,” Sabres coach Don Granato said on a Zoom call after Ryan Lindgren scored with 0.4 seconds left in the third period, giving the Rangers a dramatic 5-4 win inside noisy Madison Square Garden. “We were no longer in a situation to score a goal, so the primary focus should have been on being in a defensive … [Read more...] about Sabres allow late goal, suffer painful loss to Rangers: ‘It stings’