'“I think we let our foot off the gas and let them take it to us a little there,” Jack Eichel, who was named an assistant captain before the game said. “It’s a fluky goal and I bet we all want to have it back. It’s something we’re going to clean up and continue to work on and get better.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fizzle out in season opening loss to the Canadiens
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Sabres fans excited for season despite losing home opener
'Another disappointment for some fans Thursday was the designated Uber zone, which started after the game. Some Uber drivers and fans were confused on where the designated picc-up area was because they’re weren’t any signs. The Uber zone is located at Scott and Washington Street. Uber drivers will meet riders on Scott street, once a rider requests a ride through the app. There … [Read more...] about Sabres fans excited for season despite losing home opener
Eichel: “I wanted to be here as long as I could”
'“It’s a bit overwhelming. Not the contract itself. When you finally agree to a contract like that, it’s pretty emotional just thinking about everything you’ve gone through you’re whole life and everything your family has done for you.”' … [Read more...] about Eichel: “I wanted to be here as long as I could”
Sabres deal for a defenseman
'Redmond split time between Montreal and the AHL’s St John’s Ice Caps last season. He had 5 assists in 16 games with the Canadiens and 18 points in 26 games with St John’s. He was originally drafted by the Atlanta Thrashers in the seventh round of the 2008 draft. Redmond has 38 points in 130 NHL games for Montreal, Colorado and Winnipeg.' … [Read more...] about Sabres deal for a defenseman
Four Thoughts Ahead of the 2017-2018 Season
'“I don’t know what happened last year. I’m not concerned about that. I’m looking forward here. Those things, they’re going to change,” the head coach added. “They have to. You look at all the games we’ve played in the preseason, we’ve only scored the first goal once, so you know how important those starts are.”' … [Read more...] about Four Thoughts Ahead of the 2017-2018 Season
Parking tips for Sabres home opener
'Motorists are encouraged to park in city-owned parking ramps, with prices ranging from $2 to $10.' … [Read more...] about Parking tips for Sabres home opener
Sabres, Eichel Agree to 8-year Extension
'Last season Eichel became the 4th player in franchise history to lead the team in points before turning 21.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Eichel Agree to 8-year Extension
Housley won’t name captain, still “evaluating” who will wear a letter
'“Not in the immediate future,” the new bench boss told reporters on Monday. “We are still evaluating that part of who is going to wear a letter. We have a good leadership group in there and that is going to be something the coaches talk about today and (Tuesday).”' … [Read more...] about Housley won’t name captain, still “evaluating” who will wear a letter
Will slow starts doom Sabres this season?
'“I don’t know what happened last year. I’m not concerned about that. I’m looking forward here. Those things, they’re going to change,” the head coach added. “They have to. You look at all the games we’ve played in the preseason, we’ve only scored the first goal once, so you know how important those starts are.”' … [Read more...] about Will slow starts doom Sabres this season?
Sabres send Bailey, Deslauriers and Fedun to Rochester
'The move signals that Seth Griffith could be in line for a spot on the opening night roster, when the Sabres host the Montreal Canadiens to start the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send Bailey, Deslauriers and Fedun to Rochester
Islanders top Sabres in preseason finale 3-1
'The offense, which has struggled over the last week, scored one of fewer goals in three of their final four preseason games. They scored four in a loss to Pittsburgh on Wednesday, with two goals coming in the final minute of action.' … [Read more...] about Islanders top Sabres in preseason finale 3-1
Sabres send 4 players to Rochester
'The moves leaver the Sabres with 32 players on their training camp roster (18 forwards, 11 defenseman and 3 goalies).' … [Read more...] about Sabres send 4 players to Rochester
Sabres send 10 back to Rochester, drop game against Toronto
'Despite some of their biggest names on the ice like Jack Eichel, Evander Kane, Sam Reinhart, Jason Pominville and defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen, the Sabres fell 3-1.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send 10 back to Rochester, drop game against Toronto
Eichel nets OT winner in 4-3 win over Penguins
'The Sabres return to action Friday at 7 in Toronto and play the Leafs again on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Eichel nets OT winner in 4-3 win over Penguins
Sabres fall 3-2 in OT to Carolina in preseason opener
'“A little bit of nervousness, you know. But as the game went on just felt comfortable,” Housley said. “I’m just really happy to be apart of the Buffalo Sabres again. I think it’s a great city it’s a great organization to be a part of and I’m really looking forward, as we move through training camp, to continue to build our game.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall 3-2 in OT to Carolina in preseason opener