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'“Because of the break, the normal thing to do would put him through with the medical team and the skate, which he did today,” said Granato, adding that Thompson could’ve participated in Thursday’s practice but the team didn’t want to overload him. “And that skate was intense enough that we didn’t want him to do both.”' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson ready to play with Sabres back from break

'The Sabres now have their top two centers locked up long term. Cozens’ extended contract’s $7.1 million annual value is worth slightly less than the 7-year deal, $50 million extension that top-line center Tage Thompson signed with the Sabres in August. The 25-year-old Thompson’s deal, which doesn’t kick in until next season, already looks like a bargain as leads the Sabres … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Dylan Cozens to 7-year extension worth $7.1M annually

'Dahlin, who was a late All-Star replacement for the Sabres’ most powerful shooter, Tage Thompson, clocked in at 102.3 mph on his second slap shot. Another Swedish player, Canucks forward Elias Pettersson won the competition with a 103.2 mph velocity.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo’s Rasmus Dahlin slaps 102 mph shot at NHL All-Star Weekend

'The 22-year-old Dahlin was an All-Star a year ago and has been even better this season. Dahlin’s 14 goals are a career-high and he leads the Sabres with 40 assists. He ranks second among NHL defenseman with 54 points, the second-most by a Buffalo blue-liner through the first 50 games in history. He is on pace to break Hall of Famer Phil Housley’s team record for points by a … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin replacing injured Tage Thompson in NHL All-Star Game

'“We’ve earned the position we’re in and we know we’re in it,” said defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, who could replace Thompson at the All-Star Game in Florida. “We had a long stretch now with a lot of games so it’s good to get some break and push harder when we get back. We’ve got something good going on so we can’t really be too worried about this game. We’ve got to move on and play … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson injured in Sabres’ loss before All-Star break

'“I’m just so happy for the Buffalo Sabres fans, because the wait has been so long,” McHugh said this week by phone, ahead of the Sabres’ final regular season appearance on TNT when they face the Hurricanes on Wednesday night. “Hopefully they make a run this year. But if they don’t, to me they are absolutely a playoff team next year. And that should continue for the next … [Read more...] about Sabres’ ascent ‘should continue for the next decade’ says TNT host, UB grad Liam McHugh

'Going 3-0-1 on a four-game trip that included wins at Dallas, St. Louis and Winnipeg, the Sabres have earned points in seven consecutive away games for the first time in 12 years.' … [Read more...] about Sabres keep piling up points on the road

'Buffalo (26-19-3) has three regulation wins on a four-game road trip that concludes Saturday in Minnesota, and with 55 points through 48 games, the Sabres closed in on the Penguins (57 points in 48 games), who lost in a shootout Thursday against the Capitals (58 points in 51 games). The second win streak of five or more games this season gives Buffalo a 48% chance of ending … [Read more...] about Sabres streaking into playoff contention

'Tage Thompson had two assists, including the slick pass that set up Power’s one-timer from the right circle 56 seconds into overtime. Thompson now has 31 assists to go with his 32 goals, bringing him within five points of the career-high 68 he recorded last season. The 20-year-old Power became the fifth-youngest Sabres player and third-youngest defenseman to score an overtime … [Read more...] about Owen Power’s OT goal gives Sabres win in goalie Craig Anderson’s 700th NHL game

'Scoring six goals for the sixth time in seven games when wearing their retro jerseys, the Sabres’ effort earned a standing ovation from the second consecutive sellout crowd in three nights at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres show up for WNY hockey with big win in front of sellout crowd

'Dylan Cozens scored on a breakaway 12 seconds into overtime to give the Sabres a 3-2 win against the Islanders that drew guest of honor Ryan Miller on the ice to celebrate. Thursday night’s comeback victory once again showed the youthful Sabres’ sense for the momentous occasion.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rise to occasion on Ryan Miller Night

'We like to joke and say unique and all the — serious — and all this, but he was classy. He did everything with class and dignity and you know, that’s that sums up his performances,” Peters said. “He’s a team guy, but in his way.”' … [Read more...] about Miller Time in Buffalo: Ryan Miller’s number hangs in Buffalo Sabres history

'Fellow Sabres’ Hall of Fame member Rick Jeanneret announced the fund’s creation during Thursday night’s pregame ceremony honoring MIller. Money raised will support the Courage of Carly Fund that Miller was involved with during and after his playing career in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres create Ryan Miller Legacy Fund to benefit pediatric cancer patients

'The 28-year-old Hinostroza is liked in the locker room and valued by the Sabres’ organization, but had been displaced in the lineup, being scratched in 17 of the past 22 games. He has eight assists and no goals in 19 appearances this season, averaging 12:15 of ice time with a plus-2 rating. After compiling 25 points (13 goals, 12 assists) in 62 games with a minus-11 rating … [Read more...] about Sabres solve roster puzzle with Vinnie Hinostroza clearing waivers

'“This is a great sports town,” Bettman added. “It’s a great hockey market. Yes, when there’s a new stadium, we’ll be more than happy to bring back an outdoor game.”' … [Read more...] about NHL ‘more than happy’ to host another Winter Classic at new Bills stadium