'"It's about the loudest I've heard this place ever. Really, it only took seven years and me leaving for them to get into the game," said Eichel after the game. "There was plenty of people here that were supporting me and there was plenty of people here that were booing me. They must just be booing me because they wish I was still here."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres spoil Eichel return, beat Vegas Golden Knights 3-1
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Sabres win in Eichel’s return
'Krebs scored the first goal of the game and Tuch added an empty-netter to bookend the Sabres 3-1 win. Victor Oloffson added his 10th goal of the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win in Eichel’s return
Sabres spoil Eichel's return to Buffalo
'Seven minutes into the first period, the Sabres played a welcome back video for Eichel, which was met by a mix of boos and cheers from the fans.' … [Read more...] about Sabres spoil Eichel’s return to Buffalo
Anderson wins 300th, Sabres top Golden Knights to spoil Eichel's return
'"Me and 'Tuchy', we're passionate about playing here in Buffalo," Krebs said. "We want to do the best we can for this organization. And that felt good giving [Anderson] a hug. It's just exciting, I think, for sure. Obviously, it's just one hockey game. They're a good team too. But that was nice."' … [Read more...] about Anderson wins 300th, Sabres top Golden Knights to spoil Eichel’s return
Eichel's 'emotional' return with Golden Knights ends in loss to Sabres
'"I think it was something that I was looking forward to getting behind me," Eichel said. "I'd spoken to a lot of guys that had played and went back to places, and they all said how tough it was their first time going back. It's tough. It's emotional. It's not easy by any means."' … [Read more...] about Eichel’s ’emotional’ return with Golden Knights ends in loss to Sabres
'It was electric' | Anderson, Tuch help fuel memorable win over Vegas
'A tribute recognizing goaltender Craig Anderson for his 300th NHL victory was the icing on an evening that offered a glimpse of the atmosphere the Sabres are trying to earn on a nightly basis. Jack Eichel's return helped draw a season-high attendance of 12,437, many of whom booed the former Sabres captain at every touch of the puck.' … [Read more...] about ‘It was electric’ | Anderson, Tuch help fuel memorable win over Vegas
At The Final Horn | Anderson wins 300th career game in victory over Vegas
'Peyton Krebs and Alex Tuch both scored against their former team. Victor Olofsson netted the game-winning goal with 3:44 remaining.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Anderson wins 300th career game in victory over Vegas