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'The Sabres' colors remain the same as there is no change from the navy blue, gold, and white. What has changed with these jerseys is that the silver piping along the arms have been taken out on the front and back of the jersey. In addition, the silver armpits have also been removed from the new jerseys. Another subtle change made to the jersey is that the amount of silver in … [Read more...] about NHL releases new Adidas Sabres jersey

'Toronto visits Buffalo on September 23 while the Islanders are here September 29.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres release their preseason schedule

'The only surprise to me is Ennis. Why would Vegas take a chance on a guy who hasn't been the same since suffering two major concussions? It looks like Botterill either has a deal in place or he doesn't think the Sabres can use Carrier's speed. My guess is there could be a deal that says Vegas will not take Ullmark, if they can have Carrier.' … [Read more...] about Sabres protect Ennis over Carrier

'Beaulieu played 10 career games against Buffalo and was pointless. He said he learned a lot about this team by preparing for them, “The biggest thing was how energetic it was to play against them. Young teams are scary to play against because you don't know what to expect, but with the youth, I'm very excited to be part of that situation.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Beaulieu is very happy to get traded here

'The 24-year-old is a guy who can skate that probably can benefit from Phil Housley being his coach.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade for Nathan Beaulieu

'"You know his resume, and you know he knows the game. When he has something to say, you're going to listen to him. That was three or four years ago, so I'm sure he's changed over the last couple of years working under (Peter) Laviolette. Obviously he's learned a lot about the pro game and the coaching game, and he's ready to make the next step. I think we're all pretty excited … [Read more...] about McCabe: ‘When Housley has something to say, you’re going to listen to him’

'Teams must have their expansion lists finalized by Saturday when the trade and waiver freeze also takes place. Botterill said he's already laid the groundwork, “My dialogs with other GM's in preparation for the Expansion Draft and for the Draft and for free agency, I've felt very well prepared.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Botterill preparing for Expansion Draft

'“It means everything," Housley said with Howard Simon and Paul Hamilton on Friday on WGR. "I started my career here. I get very emotional when I think about it, to be the head coach of the Buffalo Sabres as my first opportunity. I got to thank Terry and Kim for having the confidence in me; and Jason for taking a chance on me and having confidence in me to do the job. I’m … [Read more...] about Housley happy to be back where his career began

'TSN’s Darren Dreger is reporting that former Islanders head coach Jack Capuano is a candidate to join Housley’s staff.' … [Read more...] about Phil Housley is the next coach of the Buffalo Sabres

'"I want to play with an attacking mindset. Playing with speed, playing with pace, but it has to be a five-man attack."' … [Read more...] about Housley: ‘Want to play with an attacking mindset’

'Chances are good that if Ullmark isn’t lost in the Expansion Draft to Vegas, he’ll be up in Buffalo with Robin Lehner. New Sabres general manager Jason Botterill said in a statement, “Linus has worked hard both on and off the ice, and his performance at both the NHL and AHL levels has reflected those efforts.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Ullmark

'Housley, 53, has spent the past four seasons behind the bench as an assistant with the Predators. The former Sabres and Hall of Fame defenseman has been rumored to be of interest for several head coaching jobs this offseason, and the Sabres have been one team interested in him from the start. This would be Housley's first head coaching job in the NHL if the Sabres do make him … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres waiting to interview Housley, Tocchet, Martin

'The Sabres are desperate for help on the blue line, and may be looking for a NHL-ready defenseman in a Kane trade. However, teams may not be willing to give up a defenseman if Kane is not signed to a long-term deal.' … [Read more...] about Kane, Lehner crack TSN’s Trade Bait board

'But Kane’s value is as high as it's been in his short time with Buffalo. In addition, Kane is entering the final year of his contract and I’m guessing he will be looking for a bigger deal than the six-year, $31.5 million contract that will expire in July of 2018. I don’t think the Sabres will want to make a long-term financial commitment to Kane, who will always carry concerns … [Read more...] about Trading Kane

'While Kane's on-ice play has been exceptional, his off-ice issues continue to raise questions about his future. Kane had criminal trespassing and harassment charges from an incident last summer at a Buffalo night club dropped back in April, and the case has been sealed. However, his off-ice activity has to remain clean if he wants to continue playing in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Report: Kings interested in Kane