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'Thompson said he dealt with his upper-body injury for a few days prior to the game against the Hurricanes before a flare-up convinced him to shut it down during the second intermission. Rasmus Dahlin agreed to attend All-Star Weekend as his replacement later that night.' … [Read more...] about Thompson returns to practice, expected to play Saturday

'"My vision is for this team to be a contender every single year," Cozens. "That's the goal we have, is to win Stanley Cups. I think we all believe that's what we can do."' … [Read more...] about ‘It’s a place I love to be’ | Cozens looks ahead after signing extension

'The Sabres have now signed three members of their core to seven-year contracts in the past six months, all of whom are under the age of 26. Tage Thompson, 25, signed a $50 million contract in August. Mattias Samuelsson, 22, signed for $30 million in October.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with Cozens on 7-year contract extension

'"It's important that Buffalo is [represented]," Dahlin said. "We're gaining some respect now, we're playing better. It's awesome to represent my club. I'm trying to bring home the win to Buffalo, so that's an extra good thing."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin on All-Star Weekend: ‘It’s important that Buffalo is represented’

'Dahlin will represent the Buffalo Sabres in place of Tage Thompson, who did not play the third period against Carolina on Wednesday due to an upper-body injury. Dahlin will be playing in his second career All-Star Game, having made the event for the first time last season.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin to replace Thompson on NHL All-Star roster

'"They came at us with a lot of energy. They kept it simple. They were flipping pucks out, keeping us on our heels," Tuch said. "We weren't able to sustain their pressure. We collapsed early on and when you go down 3-0 against a team like that, it's going to be impossible to come back, honestly. We dug ourselves a hole and couldn't get out of it."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Thompson injured in Sabres’ 5-1 loss to Hurricanes

'Luukkonen led rookie goaltenders with nine starts in January, during which he went 6-2-1 with a .907 save percentage. He made 30-plus saves in five of those games, including a 39-save victory over Minnesota on January 7.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen named NHL Rookie of the Month for January

'Sabres coach Don Granato said the team will likely make a decision on the availabilities of Thompson, forward Dylan Cozens, and defenseman Mattias Samuelsson on Wednesday morning prior to their game against the Carolina Hurricanes at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Thompson returns to practice ahead of matchup with Hurricanes

'Both players feel as if they could play on Wednesday, when the Sabres welcome Carolina to KeyBank Center for their final contest before the All-Star break.' … [Read more...] about Cozens, Samuelsson progressing as Sabres return to practice

'Buffalo is s now 10-1-2 in road games against the Western Conference this season and 12-2-2 on the road overall since November 22.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Sabres’ point streak extends to 7 games with SO loss

'"This team is fantastic," Comrie said. "It's the most fun I've [had] playing hockey in my whole life. It's just fun to be a part of, it's a fun group to be around. We love the game of hockey and we love each other. It's that kind of atmosphere that just breeds performance. Guys want to come here now and it's so much fun to be a part of that. Seeing these guys just battle every … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Win streak hits 5 games as Sabres down Jets in Winnipeg

'Owen Power added his second goal of the season less than 24 hours after scoring the overtime winner in Dallas. Alex Tuch and Dylan Cozens also scored.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Sabres hang on to defeat Blues on the road

'Power, the team's youngest player at 20 years old, scored his first of the season in overtime to secure the second point for Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Power scores OT winner as Sabres top Stars on the road

'"That's something that our team takes a lot of pride in, those guys knowing their teammates fought through adversity," Granato said. "Tonight, was a big night for those guys."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Krebs, Olofsson each score a pair in win over Ducks

'With all the work he's done with the Courage of Carly Fund at Roswell Park and pediatric cancer patients, it's nice to see someone take the time out to give back to the community. Ryan did that in spades, he really did.' … [Read more...] about Jeanneret: Miller more than deserving of his banner night