Olean Times Herald

'“Just to get the chance to get in, seven games you never know what can happen,” Mittelstadt said Friday inside KeyBank Center. “So, yeah, there’s definitely things that we look toward. Obviously, that’s a goal of ours.”' … [Read more...] about Confident Casey Mittelstadt sets big goals for himself, Sabres

'“We kind of have a brand new everything,” Dahlin said Friday. “We can build something new here, (a) new culture. We can change a couple (things). But the main thing is we can, for sure, change the culture here. That’s what I’m most excited for.”' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin believes in Sabres’ new core: ‘We can … change the culture’

'The collective bargaining agreement states players must follow the recommendation of team doctors. The Sabres are in control.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s problems could hang over Sabres for long time

'“I walk around and I think I’m going to run into Risto or Sam,” Girgensons said Thursday following the first session of training camp inside KeyBank Center. “So it’s tough. They’re our friends. But it’s business. Guys move on. We have a great group here.”' … [Read more...] about Zemgus Girgensons excited to be back, believes Sabres’ rebuild can work

'Dahlin was the Sabres’ last restricted free agent. His $6 million average annual value is the highest among their defensemen. The contract pushed the Sabres over the NHL’s salary floor, according to capfriendly.com.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin has contract, chance to thrive under Don Granato

'The rebuilding team has a four-man goalie competition, some intriguing young talent and openings at forward and defense.' … [Read more...] about In addition to Jack Eichel, Sabres have plenty of intriguing storylines

'After a day of physicals and testing – unlike past years, there’s no media availability Wednesday – the Sabres will hold their first on-ice sessions Thursday at LECOM Harborcenter. General manager Kevyn Adams and coach Don Granato are scheduled to talk to media Thursday morning.' … [Read more...] about Captain Jack Eichel back with Sabres for training camp after long offseason

'“I came in 6-5, lanky, not a whole lot muscle on me,” said Murray, who played his first two NHL games late last season. “But over the years, I think I’ve been able to improve every aspect of my game – speed, skill, hockey IQ. I think a lot of that just comes with experience and confidence.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Brett Murray develops into intriguing talent

'“It’s just like something you feel during the games,” Luukkonen said of his swagger. “But I think it’s more you build up that confidence. And once you feel like you can play a certain level of game, you get that swagger and you feel like the game slows down in front of you.”' … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen developed ‘swagger’ on way up to Sabres

'“If you can play any position, maybe you have a better chance,” Quinn said following Thursday’s practice. “But I’m not really thinking about it for that sense. I don’t think (the Sabres) are, either. I’m going to try to play center, and if I’m a better center than a winger, then that’s the best-case scenario."' … [Read more...] about Sabres excited to watch prospect Jack Quinn play center: ‘Very good at it’

'Tim Hortons Field, which opened in 2014, seats nearly 24,000 for its primary tenant, the Canadian Football League’s Hamilton Tiger-Cats. The capacity can be expanded for larger events.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to play Maple Leafs in Heritage Classic outdoor game in March

'“You can feel the energy from him,” Appert said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect J-J Peterka thrilled to finally be in Buffalo: ‘He’s buzzing’

'“He was so appreciative that I would give him that number,” Dudley of Stanfield, who passed away Monday at the age of 77. “It didn’t seem that big a thing to me, but it certainly did to him. And he remembered it. Every time I saw him he’d mention it … right up until the last time I saw him.”' … [Read more...] about Fred Stanfield, member of Sabres’ first Stanley Cup finalist team, dies at 77

'The Boston Bruins and New Jersey Devils will also be participating in the round-robin tournament. The Pittsburgh Penguins have dropped out.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host Prospects Challenge rookie tournament Sept. 17 to 19

'While Mittelstadt had a strong camp last season and performed well in limited action, he mostly skated as a fourth-line winger. But he began unlocking his potential after Granato took over March 17.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Casey Mittelstadt, Henri Jokiharju to identical contracts