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'"I fully believe we have a huge opportunity right in front of us," Granato told reporters." I think our players have started to grasp that with excitement and energy, so the demand of sabres fans and our hockey community is right where I want to be."' … [Read more...] about Granato focused on development and offensive growth

'When asked Thursday if the team's stance on the situation with Eichel has changed Adams said "Our stance hasn't changed in where we're at. It's in the hands of the medical experts. That's what I said previously and it's where we're at right now."' … [Read more...] about In Don Granato’s introductory press conference, Sabres say stance on Jack Eichel has not changed

'"He challenged me, challenged me to be better, and challenged me to take a step and play a bigger role," Mittelstadt said during his end-of-season interview. "Sometimes guys need that."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres remove interim title, name Don Granato head coach

'But Granato seems to be the front-runner for several reasons, most notably what he did last season after taking over a team that parted ways with then 2nd year head coach Ralph Krueger on March 17th.' … [Read more...] about Why Don Granato could be the right fit for the Sabres

'"I don't know where you find a defenseman like Owen Power," Button said. "I don't see any other defenseman like him in the draft. I don't see any forward that can have the same impact that he has on the game. And to me, it's clear cut."' … [Read more...] about TSN’s Craig Button breaks down the Sabres’ offseason with Adam Unger

'The Sabres announced the passing on social media.' … [Read more...] about Sabres legend Rene Robert passes away at the age of 72

'Robert reportedly suffered the heart attack at his home in Florida.' … [Read more...] about Report: Buffalo Sabres legend Rene Robert suffers ‘serious heart attack’

'This year’s top prospects feature a pair of Michigan Wolverines in defenseman Owen Power and center Matthew Beniers. Power boasts NHL-ready size at 6’5” and 214 pounds, while Beniers played at a point-per-game pace in Ann Arbor this year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to select first overall in 2021 NHL Entry Draft

'No matter the prospect, Adams has made it clear that he's not going to rush him to the NHL level. After taking over for former GM Jason Botterill, he found himself left with a failed attempt to rush a first round pick into blue and gold: center Casey Mitteltstadt.' … [Read more...] about Three Observations: Sabres offseason starts with winning Draft Lottery

'The NHL released the odds for the 2021 NHL Draft and the Sabres have a one-in-six chance at winning the number one overall pick.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres have 1-in-6 chance at winning number one overall pick in 2021 NHL Entry Draft

'If that's truly the case, some familiar names could very well be gone by October. Rasmus Ristolainen is as "open to anything" as he's been for the last few years. Sam Reinhart seems disgruntled. And Jack Eichel is a whole other story.' … [Read more...] about Five Takeaways: Granato & Adams address 2021 season

'"I'm friends with them and I've enjoyed my time playing with them for sure," center Casey Mittelstadt said about the words spoken on Monday from some of the team's veterans. "I have nothing but good things to say about them. Like I said, it's out of my control but it's definitely tough to hear."' … [Read more...] about “It’s definitely tough to hear”, teammates react to Eichel, other veterans’ unhappiness

'"We have a lot of guys that are right now hungry to win and take over games," forward Tage Thompson said. "I think that's a dangerous thing."' … [Read more...] about “We have a lot of guys that are hungry to win”, younger Sabres players optimistic about future

'Eichel missed the final 33 games of the regular season after suffering a herniated disk in his neck. Surgery is an option, but it appears everyone's not on the same page.' … [Read more...] about “I think there’s been a bit of a disconnect”, Eichel’s future in Buffalo remains a big question mark

'When you include Thursday night's onslaught, Houser's number seem to be about par for the course for any goalie not named Linus Ullmark. After just his first two starts, though, he had a .940 save percentage. Between those two wins, he made 79 saves.' … [Read more...] about Five Observations: 2021 Sabres season comes to a close in shutout fashion