'"I think he's the best D in the league," Samuelsson said. "When you see a leader and the best D in the league laying out twice in two seconds to block two shots like that in a meaningful game, it means a lot on the bench and to everyone else."' … [Read more...] about ‘He was special’ | Dahlin’s dominant effort lifts Sabres to win vs. Canes
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Man in the middle: Mittelstadt enjoying success between Skinner, Tuch
'"I guess it was a little bit of a struggle at the beginning of the year, but I'm not really one to hang my head," Mittelstadt said. "I remember talking to my dad during some of the struggles and he just said you've got to keep persevering and the one with the most perseverance always makes it."' … [Read more...] about Man in the middle: Mittelstadt enjoying success between Skinner, Tuch
Levi earns second-straight Richter Award
'Levi finished his two seasons at Northeastern with a 38-22-6 record. His resume includes a Beanpot title, a Hockey East regular-season championship and an NCAA tournament appearance. Levi was also named Hockey East Player of the Year for the second consecutive season in 2022-23 and was one of ten finalists for the Hobey Baker Award.' … [Read more...] about Levi earns second-straight Richter Award
Postgame Report | Cozens eclipses 30-goal mark in shootout win in Detroit
'Tage Thompson, Henri Jokiharju, Zemgus Girgensons, and Jordan Greenway also scored for the Sabres. Owen Power had a career-high three assists.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Cozens eclipses 30-goal mark in shootout win in Detroit
Prospect Pipeline: Sabres prospects vying for NCAA Title
'Ryan Johnson and Aaron Huglen lead top-ranked Minnesota into the semifinals against Boston University on Thursday night at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The Golden Gophers beat Canisius 9-2 before defeating St. Cloud State 4-1 to advance to the Frozen Four from the Fargo region.' … [Read more...] about Prospect Pipeline: Sabres prospects vying for NCAA Title
Postgame Report | Sabres unable to hold off Panthers in road loss
'"You've got to move right on," Granato said. "It was disappointing tonight, but I still fully believe we have a chance and I think our guys do (too). There's more meaningful games ahead starting Thursday so you move onto that quick but take some experience from this one, no question."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Sabres unable to hold off Panthers in road loss
Thompson returns to practice after 3-game absence
'"As I've mentioned many times, when this thing resolves, it's going to completely resolve and until it resolves, it's going to impede him and what he needs to do," Granato said. "It's just one of those injuries that will impede your functioning until it resolves completely, and that could happen overnight. And today was a very good sign."' … [Read more...] about Thompson returns to practice after 3-game absence
Tuch's hat trick propels Sabres to victory over Flyers
'The Sabres extended their point streak to five games (4-0-1) and pulled within four points of the Florida Panthers for the second Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference with two games in hand.' … [Read more...] about Tuch’s hat trick propels Sabres to victory over Flyers
Postgame Report | Levi makes 31 saves in NHL debut as Sabres win in OT
'"Kevyn Adams and the rest of the staff, that was their vision, to get a group of not only unbelievable hockey players, but unbelievable people," Levi said. "Just having their support, it means the world to me. Being on a team that is that close is where you want to be, so I'm just super grateful to be here."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Levi makes 31 saves in NHL debut as Sabres win in OT
Preparation, dedication and determination: Levi's journey to the NHL
'"I felt like I was ready coming out of college, that's why I left," he said. "I took the step coming out of college. It's a leap of faith. I was ready for that leap and I'm really excited."' … [Read more...] about Preparation, dedication and determination: Levi’s journey to the NHL
Levi to make NHL debut vs. Rangers
'"It's exciting. I've been dreaming of this moment my whole life, so for it to finally be here, it's a big deal," Levi said. "I'm really excited."' … [Read more...] about Levi to make NHL debut vs. Rangers
Sabres development staff builds trust, relationships with prospects
'"I think that the main way to create a good relationship with someone is just to show them that you care and that you care about them as an individual and their family," Adam Mair said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres development staff builds trust, relationships with prospects
Practice Report | Thompson remains day to day with upper-body injury
'"The hope (is) that this will resolve by Friday, the issue he's dealing with, or to the point where it's much less pain than he's been playing with," Granato told The Jeremy White Show before practice.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Thompson remains day to day with upper-body injury
Sabres loan Rousek to Amerks
'Rousek ranks second on the Amerks with 49 points (15+34) in 62 games this season. The Amerks host the Cleveland Monsters on Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres loan Rousek to Amerks
Postgame Report | Rousek records 2 points in NHL debut against Montreal
'Eric Comrie made his second-straight start for the Sabres, stopping 36 pucks, including a number of key saves in the second period and overtime. A six-round shootout ensued with Michael Pezzetta spoiling what could have been the sweetest NHL debut for Rousek.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Rousek records 2 points in NHL debut against Montreal