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'In the first 20 minutes, the Sabres had 16 shots, their most since they peppered the Penguins on March 5 with 21 in the opening period. Lately, the Sabres have had a hard time capitalizing on their chances, so two goals was a great way to start. Remember, this team had only six (!) in their previous five games.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres top Maple Leafs 5-2

'"There were other things that happened during that game that should've maybe been reviewed too," Lehner said. "It just doesn't happen. Certain teams in this league get the benefit of the doubt. If the jerseys were reversed I don't think we'd be standing here talking three games."' … [Read more...] about Lehner on Ristolainen suspension: “If they reverse jerseys I don’t think it’s three games”

'One game would've made sense. Two games would've been a little bit of a stretch. Three games, at least in my opinion, is crazy.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ristolainen issued three-game suspension

'Ristolainen wasn't in the locker room after Tuesday's game so we didn't get a chance to ask him about the play. From where I was watching it looked like Ristolainen was lining up to hit Guentzel once he got the puck. Instead, as you can see in the above angle, the pass gets deflected by Sabres forward Zemgus Girgensons' stick and Ristolainen has already committed to the play.' … [Read more...] about NHL Player Safety will review Ristolainen hit

'Yes, I think it was a penalty and Guentzel clearly didn't have the puck, but I don't know if it deserved a misconduct. That being said, I can see the argument for the ejection -- While it looked like Ristolainen backed into the Penguins forward with his rear-end it also looked like he may have caught Guentzel with an elbow.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Penguins knock off Sabres 3-1

'The Buffalo Sabres power-play is once again the best in the league, scoring on 24% of their attempts this year. Their power-play prowess proved (oh hey alliteration) to be the difference once again against Detroit, capitalizing on both of their attempts [Eichel, Moulson].' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres top Red Wings 2-1

'The recall is Austin's first of his career. The 2012 draft pick has nine points [2G,7A] in 61 games with the Amerks this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall both Casey Nelson & Brady Austin from Rochester

'"You get a pretty neat feeling when you meet a lot of these people. You find a lot of new friends and you can tell you're really helping them," Smith said.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Alums delivered hot meals to elderly & sick

'Last week Nilsson was pulled after allowing three goals in the first period against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Friday was a nice bounceback for the Sabres goalie. All week the Sabres have gotten solid performances from the blue paint but failed to capitalize, losing all three games.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres top Ducks in SO 2-1

'Buffalo finished the night with 26 shots, which isn't absolutely terrible, but it's not good either when you allow 36 to your opponent. The Sabres applied pressure late but just couldn't beat Kings goaltender Jonathan Quick, who was great in his own right on Thursday evening.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Kings take down Sabres 2-0

'It will also mark the first outdoor game for the Sabres since 2008, and the the first Winter Classic played in New York City. Yankee Stadium has hosted two 'Stadium Series' games featuring the Rangers, New Jersey Devils, and New York Islanders, but never the New Year's day showcase.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres to play in 2018 Winter Classic at Citi Field against New York Rangers

'Overall, Lehner played a really solid game, bailing the Sabres out of many sticky situations and finishing with 38 saves. Four goals allowed never looks good for a goaltender but he should be one of the last people to take the blame for Tuesday's loss.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sharks knock off Sabres 4-1

'Admittedly I haven't watched Antipin play and don't know much about the 24-year-old defender....but when you see that teams like Chicago, Columbus and Pittsburgh were interested it seems like this is a good get for the Sabres. Let's not kid ourselves, the blue line has been the biggest issue for the blue and gold this year and they could desperately use a young left-handed … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres expected to land KHL defenseman Viktor Antipin

'As the first period came to an end KeyBank Center erupted in boos after one of the Sabres worst periods of the season. It was almost like WWE superstar Roman Reigns was in the building. If you don't get the reference, it just means there were boos. Lots of boos. Buffalo was doubled up in shots 12-6 and found themselves trailing 3-0.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres beat Blue Jackets 5-3

'On Twitter dot com the Robin Lehner haters were out in full force, but I don't think he deserves much blame. He was left out to dry on three of Columbus' four goals.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Blue Jackets beat Sabres 4-3