'Justin Bailey played arguably the best game of his career on Tuesday night. The Western New York native just seemed like he was going to get on the score sheet and wouldn't you know it, he did.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres knock off Senators 3-2
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5 Observations: Burrows, Canucks top Sabres 4-2
'After Sunday's loss, every player we spoke with mentioned how bad the Sabres have been in the second period. This season Buffalo has a -22 goal differential in the middle frame, something the team has tried to address, it just hasn't worked.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Burrows, Canucks top Sabres 4-2
5 Observations: Sabres take down Maple Leafs 3-1
'Eventually, you'd imagine he'll slow down, but after Saturday's game, Kane is on pace to finish the season with 29 goals in 71 games.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres take down Maple Leafs 3-1
Franson expected to miss several weeks
'Franson, 29, has 16 points in 51 games played this season. Bylsma wouldn't provide an exact timeline, but he told reporters that it will likely be a two-three week injury.' … [Read more...] about Franson expected to miss several weeks
5 Observations: Ducks take down Sabres 5-2
'Buffalo was outshot in every one of these games, finishing with a 2-2-1 record. If it wasn't for Robin Lehner and Anders Nilsson, this could've gotten messy.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Ducks take down Sabres 5-2
5 Observations: Sabres stun Sharks in OT 5-4
'There aren't words to really describe what happened. Three goals in 3:28 usually opens if you're playing EA Sports 'NHL 17' on rookie.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres stun Sharks in OT 5-4
Bove: Claude Julien isn't coming to the Sabres
'I really like Julien and think he'll find a job sooner rather than later, but It's not time to give up on Bylsma just yet.' … [Read more...] about Bove: Claude Julien isn’t coming to the Sabres
5 Observations: Sabres fall to Devils 2-1
'The Sabres just can't seem to figure out the second period. On Tuesday the Devils out-shot the Sabres 19-11 in the middle frame, but really controlled play and limited Buffalo's chances in the first 15 minutes of the period.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres fall to Devils 2-1
Signing Falk now gives the Sabres expansion draft options
'Falk has played well when called upon. He's not flashy and he doesn't provide much offensively, but he's played a solid game in his own end, especially for someone who didn't start the year in the N.H.L. Falk has been asked to do a lot with so many injuries on the blue line and he's done a nice job.' … [Read more...] about Signing Falk now gives the Sabres expansion draft options
5 Observations: Sabres shutout Senators 4-0
''Robin Lehner has stopped 79 of the last 81 shots he's faced. You're not going to lose many games when you get that kind of goaltending.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres shutout Senators 4-0
5 Observations: Rangers top Sabres in OT 2-1
'If the injury is something that lingers I'd imagine the Sabres will recall Casey Nelson from Rochester yet again.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Rangers top Sabres in OT 2-1
Report: Sabres in market for fourth line center after waiving Cal O'Reilly
'If claimed, O'Reilly will become a member of whatever team claims him. However, if he clears waivers, the 30-year-old will return to the Rochester Americans (AHL), where he has spent the majority of the season.' … [Read more...] about Report: Sabres in market for fourth line center after waiving Cal O’Reilly
5 Observations: Canadiens take down Sabres 5-2
'Sabres defenseman Zach Bogosian (-5) was on the ice for all five of Montreal's goals. Bogosian, along with his partner Cody Franson (-3) finished the night with a combined -8 plus/minus rating. By no means is plus/minus a perfect stat -- but that's unheard of.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Canadiens take down Sabres 5-2
Make or break time for the Sabres
'When you add the teams from the Metropolitan division into the mix things get really messy. Basically, every team in the Eastern Conference has a chance at a playoff spot -- so the Sabres best opportunity will come within the division.' … [Read more...] about Make or break time for the Sabres
5 Sabres named as NHL's 100 Greatest Players
'Goaltenders Grant Fuhr and Dominik Hasek were selected along with Gilbert Perreault, Tim Horton and Pat LaFontaine.' … [Read more...] about 5 Sabres named as NHL’s 100 Greatest Players