Archives for February 2, 2016

'“It’s a crucial time in the year, and you need this break at this time to really do that final push,” Sabres defenseman Josh Gorges said Monday. “You need that little rest, recharge the batteries, recharge the mind-set and be ready for that push at the end of the year.”' … [Read more...] about Recharged Sabres set to rock and roll

'“That’s something I think I still need to get a lot better at and something I’ve talked to the coaches about and talked to the older guys,” Eichel said. “Just preparing for practice and making sure I take advantage every day I’m on the ice with these guys and try to get better, then it’s going to translate to the games. I feel like those times when I’ve had better days in … [Read more...] about Eichel hopes extra work will pay off

'Gorges, out five of the last six games with an upper-body injury, practiced fully and should be able to play, Bylsma said. Ditto for winger Nick Deslauriers, who has missed the last 11 games with a lower-body injury.' … [Read more...] about Sabres feel rested, ready for final stretch following break

'Two of the injured were back at practice. Nick Deslauriers went full bore while Sam Reinhart was wearing the red non-contact jersey, but did everything. Dan Bylsma said, “Sam Reinhart has been skating over the break and there’s a good chance we’ll see him hopefully progress to full practice tomorrow.” Bylsma wanted to see that practice before he committed to Reinhart playing … [Read more...] about Sabres getting healthier

'In his last five games Eichel has three goals and four assists for seven points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Eichel honored by the NHL

'Reinhart and Gorges, meanwhile, both missed the last three games before the break with upper-body injuries. Gorges had missed two contests prior to the game in Colorado on Jan. 20, during which he re-aggravated the injury. Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said that Gorges will play against the Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about Sabres are a healthier team returning from break