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'"Truthfully," added goaltender Carter Hutton, "I think the game's over in the first period there."' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to overcome slow start in loss to Avs

'Bogosian has been out since sustaining a lower-body injury during the Sabres' preseason game in Clinton, N.Y. on Sept. 25. Phil Housley said the team is being cautious with the defenseman, who had season-ending hip surgery in January.' … [Read more...] about Bogosian, Sobotka return to practice

'"I think he's made a commitment to do it every day, not just when we're under the bright lights," alternate captain Kyle Okposo said. "I think he's done a really good job of setting the tone, setting the pace. He's the best player on our team. If he's the hardest worker every single day, our team's going to follow him."' … [Read more...] about Eichel, Sabres give fans reasons to cheer in win over Vegas

'"I mean, you look at the players that are out, certainly there are going to be some decisions to be made," Housley said. "That always pushes players' games to a higher level. It's a good situation to be in. It's unfortunate that our guys are banged up a little bit but it's good to have depth."' … [Read more...] about Larsson returns to practice with Sabres

'"I thought we were desperate, and we won battles when we needed to," he said. "It's great to see us get a team win like that and know that we can still play better."' … [Read more...] about Hutton, Sheary lead Sabres to first victory of season

'"I like Remi, just the way he practices, he's got an energy about him," Housley said. "He can skate, he can pass, he can shoot. He's going to get a look at some point."' … [Read more...] about Elie awaiting chance to crack lineup with Sabres

'"Was it disappointing in front of a good crowd that was here to support us? You're dang right," Housley said. "It's disappointing. So what can we control? We can control how we come to the rink tomorrow and work, because we are not going through this again."' … [Read more...] about Sabres eager to get back to work following shutout loss to Bruins

'"I think just through the vibe and the atmosphere around the room, it's clearly apparent," veteran forward Jason Pominville said. "I think some of the open conversations that we were able to have has kind of helped us create tighter bonds and that's kind of what it's all about."' … [Read more...] about Honesty, accountability brought Sabres closer in camp

'There may be no reason to expect miracles this season. But there are plenty of reasons to pay close attention.' … [Read more...] about Duffer: Depth provides reasons for optimism on opening night

'"Really, really humbling moment," Eichel said. "I'm so honored that I'm in the conversation, first of all, to be leader in this group and then obviously to be a captain, it's an incredible honor. I don't think I would've been given this opportunity if it wasn't for the other leaders in this room that have pushed me to be better and have taught me a lot about myself."' … [Read more...] about Eichel honored, humbled to be named captain of Sabres

'The one thing I learned over the years - I've seen it the longer I've been in the business - is when a player is named captain, they don't realize they're being named captain because of the physical and mental traits they already possess. And now that they're given that title, they feel they have to become something else.' … [Read more...] about Former captains offer advice to Eichel

'Elie (6'1", 215 lbs., 4/16/1995) was drafted by the Stars in the second round (40th overall) of the 2013 NHL Draft and has combined to record 21 points (7+14) in 90 NHL games during the last two seasons. He has also recorded 46 points (16+30) in 121 career AHL contests and added nine points (2+7) in 19 AHL playoff games last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres claim Elie off waivers

'The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has acquired defenseman Jack Dougherty from the Nashville Predators in exchange for forward Nicholas Baptiste.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Dougherty from Predators

'"I think with the change you saw right around the Winter Classic, we put that group back together, and before that our five-on-five game wasn't where it needed to be, and individuals' games weren't where they needed to be," Housley said. "We made that change and I think that group really took off from that point because their intent was getting pucks to the net and a good … [Read more...] about Sabres power play looks to build on strong finish to last season

'Buffalo Sabres forward Scott Wilson is expected to miss eight to 10 weeks after undergoing successful surgery to repair an ankle fracture.' … [Read more...] about Wilson undergoes successful ankle surgery