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'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

'“It’s all good, I did a stupid choice and blocked that shot, it’s all good now.” Don Granato added,' … [Read more...] about Dahlin escaped injury blocking a shot in the Blue and Gold scrimmage

'"It’s been great. I really like those guys," said Johnson following Friday's practice. "They’ve been super eager to ask questions about some of my experiences, and I’ve seen a lot in my time in Denver and St. Louis [Blues]. I’ve played in the Stanley Cup Final and the Olympics, so it’s information that I want to share. I’ve tried to be an open book for those guys."' … [Read more...] about Erik Johnson has enjoyed being around Sabres’ young defensemen

'Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams spoke very highly of his group ahead of Thursday's opening practice of training camp. He put an emphasis on the team's expectations for the 2023-24 season, as well as what the rest of the league is expecting.' … [Read more...] about Adams: Sabres’ championship window is open

'"I think about it and I think about so many goalies, young goalies, who are rookie-type goalies - guys without a lot of experience that have won Stanley Cups in the last 10 years. Look at last year with Vegas. Was the goalie they used in the Final their first choice three or four months prior? He wasn't their first or second choice, from what I understand. Devon has that … [Read more...] about Granato excited by Sabres’ youth this upcoming season

'"I’ve explained to their camps and individually how important they are to this franchise, and how we feel about them," said Adams on Thursday. "We want them here long-term. They’ve clearly indicated back to me this is where they want to be, and they believe in this team and believe in the direction we’re headed. And that’s where we’re headed."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ contract negotiations between Dahlin, Power progressing

'When it comes to some jersey numbers this upcoming season, free agent defensive signing Erik Johnson will wear No. 6, which is the same number he wore with the Colorado Avalanche. Fellow free agent defenseman Connor Clifton takes No. 75, which is the same number he wore with the Boston Bruins.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2023 training camp roster

'Matt Savoie put on a good show for two sellout crowds before getting injured just 26 seconds into Monday’s game. The 2022 first-round pick scored two goals on Friday, and had a highlight reel goal as he took advantage of open ice, because of his speed and the way he reads plays.' … [Read more...] about Zach Metsa hopes to turn playing for Amerks into NHL contract

'However, the bigger concern for the Sabres on the opening shift of the game was 2022 first-round pick Matthew Savoie going into the end boards and coming up holding his left shoulder. He was able to skate off under his own power, but went straight to the dressing room.' … [Read more...] about Sabres shut out by Penguins in final game of Prospects Challenge