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'Buffalo's first-round pick (8th overall) in the 2016 NHL Draft, Nylander recorded one assist in four games for the Sabres after making his NHL debut last season. Currently in his second pro season, the Calgary, Alberta native has 54 points (17+37) in 113 career games for the Amerks, including eight points (2+6) in his last eight contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Nylander, Porter from Amerks

'"We didn't manage the puck very well at that point," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "We get caught in a line change, we turn the puck over and the game gets out of our reach. We talked about this team, they have a terrific rush game and they finish on their opportunities.' … [Read more...] about Second-period mistakes cost Sabres in loss to Leafs

'The team announced Sunday that he's been diagnosed with a concussion in addition to sustaining facial lacerations, a broken nose and dental injuries. He will be out indefinitely.' … [Read more...] about Antipin diagnosed with concussion following hit in Nashville

'The win was particularly special for Housley, who was behind the bench in Nashville for the first time as a visiting coach. Housley began his NHL coaching career with the Predators, where he served as an assistant for the past four seasons. "It was definitely an emotional game to him," Eichel said. "He expressed that to us after the game, what it meant to get a win here. It's … [Read more...] about Sabres rally after Antipin’s injury to earn win in Nashville

'"I figured he was telling me if I was going to play the next day, so it was quite the pleasant surprise to get that," Wilcox said. "Anytime you get a call-up to the NHL, you're honored. Pretty cool experience. This is my third time and it still feels like the first time."' … [Read more...] about Wilcox honored by chance to play for childhood team

'Wilcox (6'0", 189 lbs., 11/26/1992) joins the Sabres for his first recall of the season after signing as an unrestricted free agent on July 1. Currently in his fourth professional season, Wilcox has posted an 11-7-7 record with a .903 save percentage and a 2.82 goals-against average in 28 games for the Amerks this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Wilcox from Rochester

'"It just seemed like we never really had our game going again after that," Eichel said. "There were spurts of it, there were some good things. But consistently, shift in and shift out, I thought it wasn't really where we wanted it to be."' … [Read more...] about Sabres squander early momentum in loss to Red Wings

'"I just want to be here for him," Eichel said. "I was in a similar situation a few years ago, Sam as well, with coming in at a pretty young age. But we have a lot in common. It was good. We were able to get to know each other a little bit yesterday. … I think that that's important."' … [Read more...] about Sabres provide warm welcome for Mittelstadt at first practice

'"I've definitely lived a pretty perfect life to this point," Mittelstadt said. "I'm pretty lucky. My parents were really good growing up, they supported me through everything, gave me a lot of opportunities I couldn't imagine.' … [Read more...] about For Mittelstadt, joining the Sabres is the next step of a lifelong dream

'The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has assigned forward Justin Bailey to the Rochester Americans (AHL).' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Bailey to Amerks

'"It's a big win," Eichel said. "They're the hottest team in the league at home right now. It's an emotional game, a rivalry for us. We took a pretty good licking on Saturday night in New York, so it's a really good response from the group.' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores twice to lead Sabres past Leafs

'Mittelstadt (6'1", 201 lbs., 11/22/1998) recently completed his freshman season at the University of Minnesota, earning a spot on the Big Ten All-Freshman Team after recording 30 points (11+19) in 34 games for the Golden Gophers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Mittelstadt agree to entry-level deal

'"It's been exciting watching him throughout the entire year," Botterill said. "… We're excited to see how he handles himself here. The biggest thing is setting him up for success next October."' … [Read more...] about Botterill expects Mittelstadt to join lineup Thursday

'"That's the highest pace that I've played in the summer and he was really impressive there," Okposo said. "I had guys on the bench saying how special of a player he was and how special his mind was for the game."' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt made strong impression on current Sabres during the summer

'Borgen will sign an ATO and report to the Rochester Americans (AHL). The entry-level contract will begin starting with the 2018-19 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Borgen to entry-level contract