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'While the players had a lot of fun, it was more than that for Sabres head coach Don Granato. "I know it’s more," said Granato following Monday's practice. "They love the comradery, they like doing things as a group as much as possible, and they love being in Buffalo. They take pride in it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres players enjoyed up-close look at Bills on game day

'Buffalo still has 10 defensemen on the roster, as 2019 first-round pick Ryan Johnson has performed well enough in camp and in the preseason games to continue getting a look.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Zach Benson, Ryan Johnson remain as Sabres open final week of training camp

'Levi and the Sabres were able to hold off Columbus over the final two minutes to preserve the one-goal win. The strecth included an extra skater thanks to the Blue Jackets pulling Merzlikins from the goal.' … [Read more...] about Special teams lifts Sabres to win over Columbus

'"Honestly [Don Granato] asked, and I only wanted to play a couple. It was more productive for me to get into practice, get reps, and learn the systems before I jump out there for a little preseason live action," said Clifton following Friday's practice. "But yes, I’m itching. The more games you watch, the more you want to be in, but soon enough."' … [Read more...] about Clifton: Practicing at training camp has helped more than playing preseason games

'Most of them will go to Rochester Americans training camp on Monday.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres reduce their roster

'Tage Thompson had other ideas, as he got in behind the defense and tucked his breakaway past the leg of goalie Tristan Jarry to even the score at 1-1 with less than a minute remaining in the period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop second-straight preseason tilt Thursday against Penguins

'I don’t think there’s any question that Devon Levi is Buffalo’s No. 1 goalie heading into the regular season, but I think Comrie has taken the clear early lead to be his backup.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Eric Comrie shines in second preseason start

'The Buffalo Sabres lost their first preseason game on Wednesday night, as the Toronto Maple Leafs got the last laugh, 5-2, in the 2023 Kraft Hockeyville matchup at the Joe Thornton Community Centre in St. Thomas, Ontario.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop first preseason game against Maple Leafs

'It was a rough outing for Owen Power as he got walked for a breakaway goal and then just over a minute later, he didn’t realize Max Domi was coming out of the penalty box and he scored on a breakaway.' … [Read more...] about Sabres get badly outshot is preseason loss to Toronto

'"I signed a few Leafs jerseys, which I wasn’t too pleased about, but I couldn’t say no to the kids," said Cozens jokingly on Wednesday. "But putting myself in their position, no matter what team you cheer for, anytime you get to see an NHL player, it’s pretty cool.' … [Read more...] about Sabres enjoying playing 2023 Kraft Hockeyville game against Maple Leafs

'Buffalo was able to take advantage of an early power play chance to score the game's first goal and enjoy a 1-0 lead through the opening period. Tage Thompson made the initial pass, while 2023 first-round pick Zach Benson fed the puck to Jeff Skinner, who converted on a one-time opportunity.' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi perfect, offense scores early in Sabres’ preseason win over Bruins

'"Brandon’s a guy that I’ve watched quite a bit," said Granato on Tuesday following his team's win. "We had talked a lot last year about him being called up, and unfortunately, injuries took him out of it. But he’s a guy that I’ve become very familiar with, and there’s nothing he’s doing here that surprises me. It’s just that’s Brandon."' … [Read more...] about Brandon Biro getting good opportunity at Sabres training camp

'"He’s an unreal guy," said Samuelsson on Monday following practice in Downtown Buffalo. "We hung out and went to dinner a couple of times right when he got here, and he’s helped me a ton off the ice already with some recovery stuff, and telling me what’s worked for him over the years. And on the ice, he talks a lot, but he’s trying to learn the system and I’m trying to learn … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson enjoys being paired with Erik Johnson back on left side of defense

'After the Capitals failed to score on their next two attempts, Buffalo had a chance to end the game with a win in Round 3. It ended up being forward Brandon Biro coming up with the game-winning goal for the Sabres to help Buffalo to a 1-0-0 start in the preseason.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open preseason with shootout win over Capitals

'"I think just the reps," Peterka said. "I went to Buffalo and started in September just to skate with the guys to get more speed in my game. From now on, it’s just getting game reps and practice reps, and I’m feeling better."' … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka using past experiences to get himself ready for 2023-24 season