'Sabres coach Phil Housley said Eichel's status for the team's home game against New Jersey on Tuesday will be decided in the morning. The same goes for Zemgus Girgensons, who was a full participant in practice for the first time since sustaining an upper-body injury on Dec. 22.' … [Read more...] about Eichel, Girgensons return to practice with Sabres
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Players showcased personalities at inaugural Skills Challenge
'"It was great, a great experience," Hutton said. "I think every time we get to bring [families] down to the arena and be a part of something, I cherish it."' … [Read more...] about Players showcased personalities at inaugural Skills Challenge
Ristolainen scores late, but Sabres fall in series finale with Bruins
'"I think it was a little bit of lack of execution and it started with the opening faceoff of the second period," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "We win a faceoff, we don't execute and get the puck in deep and they come back after us. That was pretty much a theme for the second."' … [Read more...] about Ristolainen scores late, but Sabres fall in series finale with Bruins
Pilut adjusted on the fly in win over Panthers
'One ability Pilut has displayed throughout his short tenure in Buffalo is his ability to create shot lanes from the blue line, which he exhibited again on Sam Reinhart's goal in the third period against Florida. Pilut wound up and shot between the legs of an oncoming defender, placing it in a good spot for Reinhart to connect with a deflection. … [Read more...] about Pilut adjusted on the fly in win over Panthers
Skinner, Reinhart lead way in win over Panthers
'"We knew we were in the same position against this team in two previous games," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "We recognized that we needed to bear down, make the right plays."' … [Read more...] about Skinner, Reinhart lead way in win over Panthers
Rodrigues gets chance on top line with Eichel nursing injury
'"We can't try and do too much different," Sam Reinhart said. "No one's going to step up and play the way he does. It's got to be an effort out of everybody. We've got to just play our game, and nothing really changes. We're going to need to focus on the area in front of their net and try to get pucks in."' … [Read more...] about Rodrigues gets chance on top line with Eichel nursing injury
Eichel named to 2019 Atlantic Division All-Star team
'Eichel leads the Sabres with 49 points in 40 games this season. He's currently tied for seventh in the NHL with 34 assists.' … [Read more...] about Eichel named to 2019 Atlantic Division All-Star team
Eichel exits with injury as comeback falls short vs. Islanders
'"That's just where we're at right now," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "This is testing us. Mentally, we're going to have fight through this, and when I say that, I really like our game, especially the last two games. We've got to continue to grind it out and stay the course and not break."' … [Read more...] about Eichel exits with injury as comeback falls short vs. Islanders
Sabres recall Smith from Amerks
'In his second full professional season, Smith (5'11", 181 lbs., 12/1/1994) is currently tied for the Amerks' team lead with 29 points (13+16) in 33 games this season. In his last 10 games for Rochester, Smith has recorded 11 points (6+5) and 38 shots on goal, propelling him into a tie for third in the AHL with 108 shots on goal this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Smith from Amerks
Sabres turn the page, look ahead to matchup with Islanders
'"I think the guys' spirits were up," Bogosian said. "Obviously we're not happy with the result last night but that being said, we can't get better today worrying about yesterday. We've got to make sure we're pushing forward. Today's a brand-new day. We're looking forward for tomorrow."' … [Read more...] about Sabres turn the page, look ahead to matchup with Islanders
Late penalty paves way for OT loss to Bruins
'"Completely different game," Scandella said. "That St. Louis game wasn't our game, wasn't our identity. Tonight we responded well, full crowd, but still it's not good enough and we've got to get the win at home."' … [Read more...] about Late penalty paves way for OT loss to Bruins
Sabres veterans embracing tough road ahead
'"You're going to have teams that have kind of separated themselves on the other end where they don't have a shot or they're out of the playoffs and they may have some young guys … we've been there in that position where you beat some good teams. So, you have to be aware of everything."' … [Read more...] about Sabres veterans embracing tough road ahead
Eichel scores lone goal for Sabres in loss to Blues
'"I really liked the way we started," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "I thought our execution was high. We were fast, we had a shot mentality. Nothing went in, but that's one period. We've got to play a 60-minute game.' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores lone goal for Sabres in loss to Blues
Statement regarding Rick Jeanneret
'Sabres broadcaster Rick Jeanneret, who was hospitalized at Buffalo General Medical Center last night, is resting and doing well.' … [Read more...] about Statement regarding Rick Jeanneret
Ullmark, Skinner lead Sabres into break with shutout win over Ducks
'"I think tonight was a total team effort," Sheary said. "I think Linus stood on his head in the third and kept us with the lead. This one definitely feels good."' … [Read more...] about Ullmark, Skinner lead Sabres into break with shutout win over Ducks