‘That said, the newcomers are secondary parts, and it’s really Buffalo’s young talents that will determine if the Sabres shake off their 13-straight seasons without a playoff appearance. Ruff knows the market and its angst, and his experience will leave no excuses as to the Sabres being underwhelming once again. It’s playoffs-or-bust for this group, and Ruff has to steer them to the post-season or feel the wrath of Buffalo’s long-suffering fans.’