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'The win spoke volumes to the Sabres in a game that had just about every peak and valley.' … [Read more...] about ‘This game was a huge step for us’: Sabres ride emotions and rally to move into first place in Atlantic Division

'The Sabres' mind-boggling, 8-7 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning easily rates as the game of the year in the NHL. And there hasn't been a night in KeyBank Center like that since the infamous brawl-juiced shootout win over Ottawa in 2007.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Remarkable victory was a ‘galvanizing’ moment for new era of Sabres hockey

'“Set a tone,” Ruff said. “If we get pucks there, people have got to go there. But if you defer to circling on the outside, you don’t get a lot done.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres overcome sluggish first period, hold off Nashville in final minutes of win

'"Buffalo is a great city. It's disappointing to see somebody thinking it's got something to do with the city of Buffalo," he said. "I've been here since June. I've loved every second of it. We have a great hockey team that's winning games. A fun atmosphere, electric building, and I would think our players are loving it here."' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Studying Jarmo Kekalainen and laughing at the Blues’ song and dance

'Apologies to the fine folks in Rochester who have seen a lot of great spring hockey the last four years. But if the cost to do that kind of business includes the likes of Amerks leading goal scorer Isak Rosen, you pay it. Same if it involves Mrtka, who projects to being a solid NHL defenseman but probably isn't seeing the bright lights until 2028 at the earliest and needs to … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The Sabres’ mindset has finally changed. Go for it now and don’t worry about prospects

'The Penguins and Sabres combined for 13 penalties, including a game misconduct, four special-teams goals, a failed challenge for goaltender interference and a second-period showdown between two of the NHL’s stars.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres stay cool, composed in win at Pittsburgh

'“We have a younger group of guys, but I think we’ve got a lot of strong leaders in the room, guys that have played in big moments and know what it’s all about,” Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram said ahead of a 7 p.m. game Thursday against Pittsburgh at PPG Paints Arena. “We have a really strong leadership group, but veteran guys always help the guys that have been through it as … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Players stay steady, ahead of trade deadline, playoff pursuit

'Carrick, 34, has four goals and six assists in 60 games this season with the Rangers, and is in his 10th NHL season. Carrick would boost the Sabres' faceoff proficiency; he has a faceoff percentage of 53.9 this season (214/183), and a career faceoff percentage of 52%.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Logan Stanley, Luke Schenn from Winnipeg for Jacob Bryson, Isak Rosen

'Parayko, the St. Louis Blues' defenseman, has decided not to waive his no-trade clause, according to multiple reports Thursday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Colton Parayko won’t waive no-trade clause, ending Sabres-Blues deal

'Parayko is a 6-foot-6, 228-pound defenseman who has one goal and 13 assists and is a minus-14 in 58 games this season. However, he is a 11-year NHL veteran with the Blues, who would bring size and a right-handed shot to the Sabres' defense, and he would boost depth and experience within the position group.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Sabres working on trade for St. Louis defenseman Colton Parayko

'"It was unreal," Sabres defenseman Owen Power said after what turned into a 3-2 nail-biter over the Vegas Golden Knights. "Even just skating out there you could tell there was a different vibe in the building. It was a ton of fun to play in front of that."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: As Sabres keep stacking wins and moments, Tage Thompson’s night stands out

'“The main focus is, we don’t want to sit back on our heels,” Thompson said. “We knew they were feeling it and they had a good push, there. But I think our defensive details, I thought we were really good.”' … [Read more...] about Medals, then mettle: Sabres hold off second-period push to top Golden Knights

'“It was only a matter of time, right?” Eichel said. “There’s so many great players in the organization. You go through some hard years and it can make you better as a group. You see some of the guys that have been here, for quite a while. The two people that come to mind for me are Tage and Ras, and what they’ve meant to the organization. Continuing to get better, every year, … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel on the Sabres’ playoff pursuit: ‘They want this’

'“People don’t understand how hard that is, to play that first game, after you get traded. Certain situations are different for some guys. It was emotional for me, but after that first game, I settled right in.”' … [Read more...] about Here’s how the Sabres are handling the NHL’s trade deadline

'Thompson was treated like a one-of-their-own hero last week in New Jersey, when Hughes brought him to center ice to be a part of his homecoming. That reception might not be in the cards for Eichel, of course, but Thompson was asked point-blank Monday if he wanted to include Eichel and Vegas teammate Noah Hanifin in the ceremony, knowing what the reaction would be. No … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: As Sabres honor Tage Thompson, fans should save some props for Jack Eichel, too