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'"Well what he did tonight is not surprising for me because I've been watching it since the 13th of September," head coach Ralph Krueger said after the game. "Jack is one of the very elite players in the league. His game isn't even near complete. So I'm just really excited to be coaching a player with that skill set and I'm going to work hard every day to try and help him get … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Eichel finishes with four points as Sabres top Canadiens in OT

'In the first two games of the season we saw the Sabres completely dominate nearly all game long and out-shoot their opponents by double digits. On Monday, they faced a whole new test with a Columbus team that was just as aggressive with the puck and gave the team some problems early on.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Blue Jackets 4-3 in overtime for first loss of season

'One of the biggest things we saw when the Sabres opened up the season a few nights ago was their energy all game long. Saturday brought a different game and different opponent but that energy was nearly the exact same.' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Devils 7-2, start season 2-0 for first time since 2012-2013

'The second-year Sabre has done well against his former team while wearing blue and gold and it continued in the season opener.' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Penguins 3-1 in season opener

'Szczepanksi does not miss a game so, the entire team is very familiar with who she is. They have even nick named her "Momzie."' … [Read more...] about The Buffalo Sabres’ biggest fan is a 95-year-old woman from Cheektowaga

'"Our room is filled with leaders and people that will be helping us lead," Krueger said. "I have to say that whether it's Kyle Okposo, Zach Bogosian, Carter Hutton, or a younger player like Sam Reinhart, everybody has been showing signs of leadership."' … [Read more...] about McCabe and Johansson selected as Sabres’ alternate captains

'In addition to the golden bison to accompany the team's "golden season" jersey ; Ullmark features Sabres' greats including Tim Horton, Danny Gare, and Dominik Hasek.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark shows off beautiful gold mask for team’s 50th anniversary season

'Granato, 52, is the brother of former women's hockey goalie Cammi Granato, and previously served as an assistant on the Chicago Blackhawks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assistant coach Don Granato hospitalized with pneumonia; taking leave of absence from team

'The Sabres waived forwards Remi Elie, Curtis Lazar, Scott Wilson, and defenseman Casey Nelson. Of the four players waived, Nelson may be the biggest surprise. Last season he played in 38 games with the Sabres, tallying one goal and five assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trim roster as they prepare for regular season

'The second goal he allowed was a soft one. There's no denying that. But Ullmark's rebound control looks improved compared to last season. And with the added talent in front of him, should Ullmark become a 50+ start player, he doesn't need to play like he did at the start of last season for the Sabres to win.' … [Read more...] about Three Observations: Between the pipes, defensive pairings, and Evan Rodrigues

'Marcus Johansson scored the game winning goal about a minute and a half into the overtime period where the team had nearly full control of the puck. Goaltender Carter Hutton stopped 22 shots in the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Blue Jackets with 4-3 overtime win

'Eichel and Reinhart stayed together and were joined by former New York Ranger Jimmy Vesey on the left wing. Skinner, meanwhile, was on a line with seventh overall pick Dylan Cozens and Evan Rodrigues. It's early, and lines are always subject to change, but Krueger has stayed dedicated to his original plan.' … [Read more...] about Three Observations: Krueger’s philosophy, the Sabres’ power play, and Johansson’s role

'Jake McCabe scored the Sabres lone goal on a shot from the point in the second period that briefly tied the game. Rasmus Asplund picked up the lone assist on the play.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Blue Jackets 4-1

'Offensively, the top line of Conor Sheary, Eichel, and Jimmy Vesey tallied six points. Eichel had an assist to go with his game winning goal, Sheary racked up a goal and two assists, and Vesey added an assist as well.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open preseason with 5-4 win over Penguins in Overtime

'"I've been here six years and in this business, you never know where you will be next week or next month," Ristolainen said when asked if he was surprised to still be in Buffalo. "When I'm back home it's easy to go away from hockey and not worry about things you can't control and now I'm here, I'm happy and ready to go."' … [Read more...] about Ristolainen reports to Sabres camp as future remains uncertain