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Arguments aside, Sabres simply weren’t good enough

‘“We didn’t generate a lot of offense,” Bylsma said. “We didn’t generate a lot of things. We didn’t get a lot of power plays in the game. On the one opportunity we had, I don’t think we did a good job of taking the chances that were there for us.’

Sabres Notebook: Falk gets security; Grant reclaimed

‘“The position I’ve been in the last few years of my career, nothing’s guaranteed,” Falk said before facing New Jersey in Prudential Center. “It’s pretty day-to-day, week-to-week with your time in the NHL, so you put your best foot forward. For them to appreciate what I bring to the table with my element and style and commit back to me was great.”’

Quick hits: Devils 2, Sabres 1

‘The Devils survived a coach’s challenge to take a 2-1 lead with 7:27 to go. Michael Cammalleri’s point shot bounced off goaltender Robin Lehner’s glove and popped in the slot. Pavel Zacha connected on the rebound.’

Sabres sign Justin Falk to extension

‘“He’s been in some minute situations and playing up and down the defensive pairings and really kind of been a real nice addition in terms of stability on the back end.”’

Sabres claim Derek Grant off waivers

‘Grant offers the Sabres, who struggled to replace him, a fourth-line center. They have been using winger Nick Deslauriers for a few minutes a game in the spot. Cal O’Reilly, Grant’s replacement, was waived last week and sent to the AHL.’