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'“They play their system very well and it’s a hard building to play in,” Ristolainen said. “We’ve got to understand it’s not going to be easy for 60 minutes for us. We couldn’t create enough today.”' … [Read more...] about Wagner, Backes score in Bruins’ 2-1 win over Sabres

'“It’s great to see that Skinner scores. At this point in the season, that’s the way it’s going to go to win a one-goal game,” Buffalo coach Phil Housley said. “We’ve lost some one-goal games in the past and it’s going to be tight. It’s going to be a great test for us.”' … [Read more...] about Skinner scores 2 goals in Sabres’ 4-3 win over Panthers

'The injury comes at a time when the Sabres are slumping. They’ve gone 4-7-4 since ending a 10-game winning streak, which tied a franchise record.' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain Eichel to miss at least 2 games with injury

'Okposo snapped a 21-game goal drought on a power play with 9:46 remaining. While Barzal served a slashing penalty, Okposo beat Lehner with a wrist shot from the right circle.' … [Read more...] about Isles beat Sabres; Trotz moves into 4th on all-time win list

'“I thought we played a very strong 60 minutes,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said. “You can’t fault our effort. We attacked the game. It’s going to be like this for the rest of the season where it’s going to be tight.”' … [Read more...] about Kuraly scores in OT to give Bruins 3-2 win over Sabres

'“Obviously, I think I have to be better,” Hutton said. “It’s one of those things. I think I’m real close and playing well, but four is just unacceptable.”' … [Read more...] about Thomas, Allen lead Blues to a 4-1 victory over Sabres

'Rick Jeanneret is “resting and doing well,” the Sabres announced Sunday, about 12 hours after the Hall of Fame broadcaster was transported to the hospital during the third period of Buffalo’s victory over the Anaheim Ducks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres broadcaster ‘doing well’ after being hospitalized

'“Back-and-forth travels, not just back-to-backs at home or something like that, that takes a toll on your body. It’s hard,” Ullmark said. “Obviously, you’re going to be a little tired the second day. So for me it’s about being mentally sharp even more when I get in there.”' … [Read more...] about Ullmark makes 36 saves, Sabres shut out Ducks 3-0

'“Holtby played terrific,” Housley said. “Give Holtby credit. He’s a pretty good goaltender, and there’s a reason why he won the Stanley Cup.”' … [Read more...] about Tom Wilson breaks tie in 3rd, Capitals beat Sabres 2-1

'Berglund stands to lose the $9.85 million owed him over the final three years of his contract, along with what’s left of the $4.7 million he’s still owed this year. The Sabres benefit by having a $3.85 million annual salary cap hit removed from their books.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Berglund clears waivers; contract will be terminated

'Berglund’s agent, Peter Wallen, has not responded to several messages seeking comment.' … [Read more...] about Sabres place suspended Berglund on unconditional waivers

'Sabres veteran Jason Pominville was injured six minutes into the third period after an accidental collision with Ristolainen. Pominville made his way slowly to the locker room and did not return.' … [Read more...] about 3rd-period burst leads Panthers to 5-2 win over Sabres

'“It’s a big win for our group in the point of the season that we’re at,” said Eichel, who played at Boston University before being drafted No. 2 overall by the Sabres in 2015. “I thought we played a really good game after less than 24 hours.”' … [Read more...] about Skinner, Eichel score twice as Sabres top Bruins 4-2

'“He made some big saves all game,” defenseman Zach Bogosian said. “He did a real good job of keeping us in it and making some big saves at key times. That’s what both of our goalies have done all year. It’s been good to see.”' … [Read more...] about Ovechkin scores, has shootout winner as Caps beat Sabres

'Berglund missed the past two games with what coach Phil Housley called an illness. The 30-year-old Swede has two goals and two assists in 23 games this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres suspend Berglund for failing to report to team