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'“I was really excited to just be around the guys,” Tuch told The Buffalo News. “I started skating with the team, so I knew there was a chance. Then Kevyn told me he wanted me on the trip. I was really excited to get back on the road. It’s good to get around the guys. You get to know the guys a little bit at home, but on the road, you’re next to them. You’re shoulder to … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch using first road trip with Sabres to build relationships with teammates

'A warm welcome awaited Subban in North Carolina. He’s reunited with five former teammates – Alex Tuch, Colin Miller, Cody Eakin, Drake Caggiula and Vinnie Hinostroza – and was greeted by a coach eager to add an experienced goaltender who fits with the Sabres’ plan on and off the ice.' … [Read more...] about With opportunity to seize starting role, Malcolm Subban eager to help Sabres

'Another round of testing for the Sabres’ traveling party cleared everyone else on the roster and the Sabres overcame that encounter with adversity to build a three-goal lead, only to fall apart in the final 40 minutes and lose to the Panthers 7-4.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres’ goalie situation looms large after another brutal loss

'When Reinhart learned of the trade at approximately 11:30 p.m. Eastern time, the conversation with Adams was brief. But once the deal was official and Reinhart processed the news that he was leaving Buffalo after seven seasons, he called Adams back to express his gratitude and wish the Sabres luck. The interaction was captured by the Sabres in their Beyond Blue and Gold video … [Read more...] about A key player in Panthers’ hot start, Sam Reinhart ‘excited’ to face Sabres

'His six even-strength goals in November were tied for sixth in the National Hockey League, and he has nine points in his last nine games. With eight goals and 15 points in 22 games this season, he’s already surpassed his totals from 2020-21.' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner says he’s only a ‘piece of the puzzle,’ but he’s so much more to Sabres

'Mittelstadt's return comes during a time of need for the Sabres, who have gone 3-10-2 in their last 15 games and allowed a league-worst 60 goals in November.' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt set to return for Sabres in Florida; Christian Wolanin claimed

'Dahlin is still only 21, young in life but not in hockey. We're talking a player who has played 200-plus games in the NHL. And now you're talking a $6 million a year player, too. That ups the ante substantially.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Rasmus Dahlin is a flashpoint for Sabres’ defensive woes

'Tokarski has played in 10 of the Sabres' last 12 games and has started the last three. He is 4-5-3 with a 3.28 goals-against average and .903 save percentage for the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Dustin Tokarski’s status unclear after shot to head in practice

'But one of the reasons Thompson’s turnaround is so encouraging is that he flat-out looks like a better player on the interior. Thompson seems much more comfortable using his big frame working the insides, and allowing playmaking wingers – the type of players he wasn’t accustomed to seeing on the fourth line – to work the boards and funnel pucks around the offensive zone.' … [Read more...] about Travis Yost’s Sabre Metrics: Effectiveness increases when Tage Thompson is at center

'There wasn't much else to like about the first two periods. The Sabres were beaten to loose pucks all over the ice and routinely failed to cover the front of the net.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Brett Murray’s first NHL goal a bright spot in dismal loss to Kraken

'"Just bring a little bit of positive energy in the room and today it was on the ice," Tuch said of his current goals. "Get to know guys and just try to find my way into the team. It's tough not being able to go into battle with them every night. Probably the hardest part, honestly. This team has been unbelievable bringing me in and making me one of the guys, that's for sure."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Alex Tuch hits practice ice, relives suite night with The Dominator

'"I just wanted it to be competitive. We didn't really ask each other about it," Cammi Granato said by phone. "Of course, we want our teams to win, but it goes deeper than that, right? I root for Don and my family. That's just the way we are. It was competitive fun. I've never been in a position exactly like that."' … [Read more...] about As Seattle hits town, Hall of Famer and Kraken scout Cammi Granato reflects on brother Don

'"When you’re in front there at 6-on-5, I just try to stay loose really just in case there’s a rebound or deflection," said Skinner, who notched his sixth goal. "Fortunately, I was able to get my stick on it and it went in."' … [Read more...] about Observations: In finale of grueling week, Sabres are clipped by Red Wings in OT

'Sabres coach Don Granato, who has spoken with conviction about Thompson’s potential and “swagger,” smirked when asked about the confidence his 23-year-old center showed with the staredown: “You love it when you see it and when you back it up. He had both components there, so yes, I do love what I saw out of that.”' … [Read more...] about Observations: Tage Thompson scores twice to help Sabres snap 4-game skid

'Dustin Tokarski has had several good moments this year, and was up to the task in Friday night's 4-1 win over abysmal Montreal. Still, the Sabres' goaltending situation is tenuous much of the time, and downright dire at others.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Dustin Tokarski bounces back but Sabres still need more help in goal