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Archives for January 2023

Olofsson, Krebs each scores twice to lift Sabres past Ducks

'"I feel like I had a great start, obviously (scored nine goals in his first 11 games this season), and that helped me a lot," Olofsson said. "Then I had a small dip, and I feel like these last 10 games we've been really clicking as a line, too, with [Casey Mittelstadt] and [Tyson Jost]. I feel like we're just feeding off each other, and they're feeding me with great passes."' … [Read more...] about Olofsson, Krebs each scores twice to lift Sabres past Ducks

NHL.com |

Rasmus Dahlin's 'little Hail Mary' was yet another great play in a season full of them for Sabres

'Dahlin is on pace for 94 points just past the halfway mark of the Sabres' season, which would smash Phil Housley's franchise record of 81 set in 1990. The team was off Friday and hosts the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday afternoon at 12:30 in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin’s ‘little Hail Mary’ was yet another great play in a season full of them for Sabres

Buffalo News |

Sabres notes: Ryan Miller on why he choose No. 30; Rasmus Dahlin joins elite company

'Miller, however, decided to change his number when he arrived in Buffalo in 2002. While Dominik Hasek’s No. 39 hadn’t been retired yet – that happened in 2015 – Miller knew it would hang in the KeyBank Center rafters someday. So he choose No. 30 for his NHL career.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Ryan Miller on why he choose No. 30; Rasmus Dahlin joins elite company

Olean Times Herald |

Mike Harrington: A night to renew 'Miller Time' was a celebration of the icon from a wonderful era of Sabres history

'Miller remained composed during his 16-minute address to the crowd, but was clearly moved just prior to it when the Sabres surprised him with the news they have established the Ryan Miller Legacy Fund, an endowment established at Roswell Park to benefit pediatric cancer patients. Quite a gesture, indeed.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: A night to renew ‘Miller Time’ was a celebration of the icon from a wonderful era of Sabres history

Buffalo News |

Gary Bettman says NHL 'more than happy' to bring Winter Classic back to Buffalo

'"You have to promise me another snow-globe day, but that was a spectacular day that is emblazoned in my memory and, I'm sure, all of yours," said Bettman of the original Winter Classic. "It was incredible. And, as I said, this is a great sports town. It's a great hockey market. Yes, when there's a new stadium, we'll be more than happy to bring back an outdoor game."' … [Read more...] about Gary Bettman says NHL ‘more than happy’ to bring Winter Classic back to Buffalo

Buffalo News |

Practice habits helped make former Sabres goalie Ryan Miller legend

'“The thing that jumped out at me right away is, one, was Ryan’s relentless work ethic to be great – his details, his preparation, the way he practiced, the way he competed, the way he just always wanted more,” Ellis told the Times Herald. “It was apparent to me, and, again, you start seeing traits of elite players elsewhere, and now, all of a sudden, you’re in the midst of … [Read more...] about Practice habits helped make former Sabres goalie Ryan Miller legend

Olean Times Herald |

Sabres assign Vinnie Hinostroza to Rochester after clearing waivers

'“Us as a group, it’s a difficult thing, it is, for sure, and I hope he finds an opportunity,” Sabres captain Kyle Okposo said Thursday morning, hours before Hinostroza cleared and the Sabres sent him to the AHL. “But this group’s going to have to learn to deal with these things. Down the road, there’s going to be some big pieces that move out of here at some point, and there’s … [Read more...] about Sabres assign Vinnie Hinostroza to Rochester after clearing waivers

Olean Times Herald |