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'"We knew going into the game that was going to be a big factor, a big key in the game, special teams," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "Our power play had opportunities to get us back in the game and wasn't able to do that."' … [Read more...] about Special teams proves the difference in loss to Caps

'I knew a little bit about the injury situation in Buffalo, so my heart rate spiked a bit when my phone rang on Sunday and I saw it was Dan Lambert, our coach in Rochester. All of a sudden, I just became very anxious waiting for the words to come out. Once they did, I didn't have much time to process it.' … [Read more...] about Burgdoerfer: My First NHL Road Trip

'Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said that Kulikov and Gorges are both possibilities to rejoin the lineup when the team hosts Washington at KeyBank Center on Friday night. He said that Deslauriers is "close" to being game-ready, but added that he had not yet seen a post-practice report.' … [Read more...] about Gorges, Deslauriers return to practice

'"With all the luck Risto's had with his stick and his opportunities, it was sure good to see him rip one off the bar," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "It may be the loudest one I've heard off the post and in."' … [Read more...] about Ristolainen’s OT goal seals comeback win over Oilers

'In the third period, however, the Sabres tested their luck one too many times. A call against Evander Kane for hooking gave the Capitals their third power play with 6:18 remaining in regulation, and it took only five seconds after that for Marcus Johansson to tie the game with a tip-in goal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose third-period lead, fall to Caps in OT

'Burgdoerfer (6'1", 207 lbs., 12/11/1988) joins the Sabres for the first time after signing as an unrestricted free agent on July 21, 2016. In 22 games for the Amerks this season, Burgdoerfer has seven assists and 24 penalty minutes. The Abington, Pennsylvania native has posted 35 points (7+28) and 145 penalty minutes in 157 career AHL games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Burgdoerfer

'Kulikov will not travel with the team for their game in Washington, D.C. on Monday and is day-to-day, Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. With the Sabres set to host the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night, Bylsma hinted that Kulikov's return might come after those back-to-back games.' … [Read more...] about With Gorges out ‘weeks,’ Kulikov returns to practice

'The 18 shot third-period was a far cry from the three shots they put on net in the first, all of which came in the first 4:44 of play. Boston took the lead with 5:50 remaining in that period when David Krejci tipped a point shot from defenseman Brandon Carlo in past Lehner off the crossbar. Krejci was one of four bodies screening goalie Robin Lehner in front of the net, … [Read more...] about Comeback effort falls short in loss to Boston

'"I think it's indicative of where we played," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said following the team's practice at HarborCenter on Friday. "We played in the offensive zone. We really have noticed peaks in our game when our defensemen are getting involved and when they're getting shots from the point … It was really our best five-man [effort] and the shot attempts from our D-men are … [Read more...] about McCabe showed two-way potential against Rangers

'Guhle (6'1", 186 lbs., 7/29/1997) has scored three goals in four games since being acquired by Prince George on Nov. 19. In 19 games for the Cougars and Prince Albert Raiders this season, Guhle has seven points (5+2) and 10 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Guhle from Prince George

'"It was great to be back here," Eichel said. "This is one I was definitely looking forward to so it was great to be able to win and get a little come-from-behind victory in the third period. Being able to contribute, it makes it a whole lot sweeter."' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores twice in late win over Rangers

'Ullmark (6'4", 221 lbs., 7/31/1993) joins the team for his second recall of 2016-17 but has yet to appear in an NHL game this season. He played in 20 games for the Sabres during his first season in North America in 2015-16, posting a .913 save percentage and a 2.60 goals-against average. His 8-10-2 record in 2015-16 included wins in each of his last three NHL appearances.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Ullmark

'"From bringing the puck up the ice, the plays we made, the execution on the entries on the power play was at another level for us and in zone as well," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "If you want to watch the three power-play goals, you're' going to see another level of execution moving the puck from Rasmus to Ryan to Kyle to Jack."' … [Read more...] about Power play reached “another level” in win over Sens

'"I was saying before the game right before we were about to go out that he's usually parked right on our couch at this time," said Sam Reinhart, Eichel's roommate and linemate. "That's the kind of the spark we were looking for when we need a little bit more offense. I think it elevated a bunch of guys' games, it just kind of gave us that little more confidence out there that … [Read more...] about Eichel scores in season debut as Sabres win in Ottawa

'"It's a step in the right direction, just being able to head out there and put my best foot forward," Eichel said. "Who knows what will happen tomorrow night? We're more than 24 hours away. All I can say is I felt good today. I felt good the last few days. I think I'm just getting more comfortable on the ice."' … [Read more...] about Eichel to travel with Sabres to Ottawa