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For the first time in a long time, Samuelsson was happy when he came to the rink. He was healthy and productive this season, notching career bests in goals (13), assists (28) game-winning goals (3), blocked shots (154), hits (132) and games played (78). Samuelsson’s production translated to the playoffs. He scored the game-winning goal in a 4-3 win in Game 1 against Boston, and … [Read more...] about What the Sabres learned from their first Stanley Cup Playoffs run since 2011

'GM Jarmo Kekalainen again indicated the Sabres want to keep Tuch but talked about locking up Zach Benson and Bowen Byram long term. When speaking about Tuch, Kekalainen flatly said, "You have a thing called salary cap that you have to worry about. You cannot be one cent over that." Antennas went up around the room. And they went even higher when the GM said he can envision … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Alex Tuch has a big decision to make – and so do the Sabres

'"It's a 10 times multiplier when there's a playoff game, at least," he said. "The restaurant does better when the Sabres are doing better."' … [Read more...] about The Sabres’ playoff run was a boon for downtown businesses. And they hope it’s just the beginning