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'The defense was the clear cut weakness going into the season, but the Sabres were also decimated with injuries, specifically on the blue line. This season the team started 12 (!) different defensemen, which is absolutely unheard of. Yes, it should've been better from the start and injuries shouldn't be an excuse, but disappointing seasons from Dmitry Kulikov and Zach Bogosian … [Read more...] about Top questions for Sabres GM Tim Murray

'"In the second year, to not do anything better, to not improve, we've gotta self-reflect," O'Reilly added. "It starts with myself but there are big changes that need to happen within each guy but we have to grow. You know on paper I think we're a lot better and we could've done a lot more."' … [Read more...] about Sabres sound off on disappointing season

'"I don't know the narrative, we have conversations with the players about the system," Bylsma said when asked about his rumored disconnect with some of the players. "We believe we're on the same page and have a good understanding in that system and how we play, so I feel like there's not a disconnect, they're a part of the conversation and a part of how we play and that's … [Read more...] about Bylsma “going forward” as the Sabres head coach

'Despite allowing three goals, Sabres goaltender Linus Ullmark was exceptional in his first start of the season. Lightning forward Jonathan Drouin could've realistically had three or four goals on Sunday evening, but instead Ullmark was there to turn him away.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Lightning bolt past Sabres 4-2

'For my money, this may have been the most uneventful game of the season.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Panthers take down Sabres 3-0

'"Certainly a whirlwind for him, just coming in and traveling and joining our team this morning," Head Coach Dan Bylsma said. "He's coming down from the high of being in that game and with his team, turning around and flying across country to play in his first NHL game."' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign West Seneca native Sean Malone

'"I don't think other teams have taken points away from us," Lehner said. "We have taken them away from ourselves and that's what frustrating about this season."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Lehner says team needs to be accountable

'Vintage might not be the best way to describe Ennis' game on Tuesday, but he showed some flashes of the player fans remember from a few years ago.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres take down Canadiens 2-1

'According to Bylsma, Okposo had met with team doctors, but they hadn't figured out the exact illness. Earlier in the week, Bylsma was specifically asked if Okposo had the mumps, which he said was not the case.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Kyle Okposo hospitalized

'According to Bylsma, Okposo has met with team doctors, but they haven't figured out the exact illness just yet. Earlier in the week, Bylsma was specifically asked if Okposo had the mumps, which he said was not the case.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo likely done for season

'If it wasn't for Anders Nilsson it could've very easily been 5-0 after 20 minutes. The first frame on Monday was just atrocious from start to finish.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Maple Leafs topple Sabres 4-2

'The entire Nylander clan is expected in Buffalo for what's being dubbed online as #NylandervsNylander. While it's not a meaningful game as far as standings are concerned for the Sabres, the Maple Leafs are still very much in a playoff race.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Nylander ready to make his debut

'When it looked like the Sabres had clawed their way back into the game the turnover bug bit hard.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Islanders take down Sabres 4-2

'"It's the coaches decision and it's a management decision," Reinhart said Thursday morning. "From my perspective, I would've rather battled it out with my teammates. You know, I don't think five minutes in the morning is going to influence my preparation for a game, but it was a team stretch, and I should've been on time."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Reinhart on benching: “it was a tough one to swallow”

'If nothing else, Smith is another lottery ticket for General Manager Tim Murray. The good news -- the more lottery tickets you buy, the better your chance of eventually winning.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign C.J. Smith to a two-year entry level contract