'"Yeah, the accountability is important," Jack Eichel told reporters. "We need to get to the point where if you're going to step up and say something you need to backup your actions and back up your words with actions and obviously not feel bad calling somebody out or stepping up and saying something and not feeling uncomfortable. It's all part of it and I think it's all part … [Read more...] about Leadership & accountability still concerns in Sabres’ locker room
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5 Observations: Blues shutout Sabres 1-0
'With just seconds left the Sabres needed a goal and came within inches as Rasmus Ristolainen clanked one off the post. Seconds earlier Sam Reinhart came equally close, missing a golden opportunity to tie things up. The Sabres had their chances but couldn't the job done, almost perfectly summarizing the season.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Blues shutout Sabres 1-0
5 Observations: Panthers take down Sabres 4-2
'Another home game, another home loss for the Sabres who still only have six wins at KeyBank Center this season. From the looks of it, Thursday was one of the most poorly attended games in years. Judging by the crowd you would think this was a preseason game but with the way things have been going can you blame fans for staying home?' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Panthers take down Sabres 4-2
Practice notes -- Eichel & Kane reunited
'"Confidence obviously helps, especially when things are going in, you're feeling good about things, when it's not, you've got to keep your confidence because when that goes it can really prolong and other parts can really start to slip," Kane said on Wednesday. "So, for me, I'm staying confident. I know what I can do and eventually it will turn."' … [Read more...] about Practice notes — Eichel & Kane reunited
5 Observations: Sabres streak snapped as the fall to Devils 3-1
'On Tuesday the Sabres didn't get any traffic in front of Devils goaltender Keith Kinkaid in the first two periods, allowing him to easily swallow up almost every shot he faced. Of the Sabres' 28 shots, only a few seemed to be a real threat. During the recent Western Canada road trip the Sabres did a great job getting bodies in front of the net and they were rewarded. The same … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres streak snapped as the fall to Devils 3-1
'Voice of the Sabres' celebrated with talking bobblehead
'The bobblehead is available for purchase today at the Sabres store or online at sabres.com/rj -- $30 for one and $75 for an autographed version.' … [Read more...] about ‘Voice of the Sabres’ celebrated with talking bobblehead
Sabres' Bogosian set to undergo hip surgery, will miss remainder of season
'According to the team, Bogosian will remain on injured reserve for the duration of the 2017-2018 season. He is expected to be ready for the start of training camp in late August/early September.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Bogosian set to undergo hip surgery, will miss remainder of season
5 Observations: Sabres win third straight, blank Canucks 4-0
'It's hard to lose when your goaltender doesn't allow a goal.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres win third straight, blank Canucks 4-0
5 Observations: Eichel has four-point night as Sabres top Oilers 5-0
'For months the power play has been an area where the Sabres have struggled. Maybe, just maybe, the unit has finally turned a corner. On Tuesday against the Oilers it certainly looked like that was the case.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Eichel has four-point night as Sabres top Oilers 5-0
5 Observations: Stars stomp Sabres 7-1
'Just when we didn't think this season could get any worse the Sabres told us to hold their beer. Pick any synonym for terrible and that applies perfectly to the Sabres efforts on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Stars stomp Sabres 7-1
5 Observations: Rangers score late, knock off Sabres 4-3
'Kudos to the NBC Broadcast for digging up this stat after Nash's first-period goal. This season, the Sabres have allowed their opponent to score first in 25 of their 45 games played. In those 25 games, they have only three wins. So you're telling me there's a chance?' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Rangers score late, knock off Sabres 4-3
Evander Kane: "things are probably going to happen"
'"I'm not holding my breath, that's for sure," Kane added. "I'm aware of the situation that our team is in and the position that I'm in with my contract. You know, it's part of the business and it's not something that I worry about or concern myself too much with. I'm just focused on each and every game and with the break, you're able to get that focus a little bit tighter, so … [Read more...] about Evander Kane: “things are probably going to happen”
5 Observations: Ullmark shines as Sabres top Blue Jackets 3-1
'Before we start drawing up plans for the Linus Ullmark statue outside KeyBank Center let's remember this was only one game. Just kidding, get that thing going!' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Ullmark shines as Sabres top Blue Jackets 3-1
Tempers flare at Sabres practice after altercation between Kane and Falk
'“Shut the *expletive* up, you selfish *expletive*,” Falk screamed at Kane.' … [Read more...] about Tempers flare at Sabres practice after altercation between Kane and Falk
Eichel lone Sabres' representative at NHL All-Star game
'Eichel, 21, has been one of the lone bright spots for the struggling Sabres, tallying 39 [17G, 22A] points in 43 games. In his short career, Eichel has 152 points in 185 games.' … [Read more...] about Eichel lone Sabres’ representative at NHL All-Star game