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'Tage Thompson cut the deficit to 2-1 with his power-play shot in the second period to snap the Sabres’ skid on the man advantage. Asplund tied the score with 8:35 remaining on a loose puck in front of the net. Reinhart then tipped a point shot by Rasmus Ristolainen in for the 3-2 lead, and he added his second of the game on an empty-netter for his 25th of the season, which … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sam Reinhart helps Sabres rally from 2-goal deficit in win

'However, Ullmark felt well enough to take shots from teammates and received medical clearance to rejoin the team. The Sabres will monitor Ullmark’s health to determine if he can be an option before the season ends with a game Saturday in Pittsburgh.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Linus Ullmark rejoins team for first time since injury

'Granato has made the Sabres better by almost every metric, all while facing teams that are battling for either playoff position or a spot in the postseason. Don’t forget how poorly this team typically plays late in the season, no matter the level of competition.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: Is Don Granato the primary reason behind the turnaround?

'Luukkonen, tabbed a possible franchise goalie when he was drafted in the second round back in 2017, has endeared himself to teammates during his short time in the NHL. He has also provided fans with a glimpse at what the Sabres could have in net for years to come, showing pro-ready athleticism and rebound control.' … [Read more...] about ‘Really tough day’ for Sabres worsened by injury to goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen

'Buffalo didn’t register its 10th shot on goal until 30:38 into the game, but it managed to tie the score, 1-1, on a shorthanded breakaway by Riley Sheahan. Arttu Ruotsalainen added his fifth goal in 13 NHL games to make it 5-2 in the third period.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres fall apart in series finale against Bruins, lose 6-2

'Miller's infamous "he's a piece of bleep" press conference after getting plowed by Milan Lucic was a time-tested classic, but the incident put a label on the organization as a soft group it's still trying to get over.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Ryan Miller memories abound after retirement announcement

'“For me, my wife and his siblings, it’s a proud family moment,” Kjell said during a phone interview with The Buffalo News. “It’s more a satisfying feeling because of all the work he has put in and this has been his goal since he went to Northwood probably. … It’s a good feeling, for sure.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson using lessons from his father to continue NHL dream

'The final score does not tell the story. The Sabres limited dangerous scoring opportunities at 5-on-5, matched the Bruins’ physicality and controlled play at times, including a first-period stretch in which they had nine consecutive shots on goal.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres slowly learning how to fight back from early deficits

'Former Sabres winger Taylor Hall helped the Bruins pull away with a goal in the third period. Hall has five goals and three assists for eight points in 10 games since the trade to Boston. Brad Marchand added an empty-netter.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres tie the score twice before losing to Bruins 5-2

'Miller, still beloved in Western New York for his heroics with the Buffalo Sabres from 2002-14, needed a few moments to collect his thoughts after watching a tribute video that included well wishes from family, former teammates and coaches and play-by-play announcer Rick Jeanneret.' … [Read more...] about Retiring Ryan Miller: ‘Buffalo is always going to have a big part of my heart’

'The Sabres suddenly have four dynamic center options for 2021-22: Eichel, Reinhart, Mittelstadt and Dylan Cozens, all of whom were selected in the top 10 in their respective draft. Cody Eakin is under contract through next season, although he has only two goals in 44 games this season. Arttu Ruotsalainen and Rasmus Asplund are possible options at center.' … [Read more...] about Sam Reinhart’s successful transition to center strengthens Sabres’ depth

'Now opponents may think twice about trying to push around the rookie. Despite handling himself well in two fights this season, Cozens has little experience dropping the gloves. His only scrap in junior hockey occurred in a Western Hockey League preseason game on Sept. 14, 2018, when he fought Sam Pouliot of the Swift Current Broncos.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Dylan Cozens turns to fighting to try to ignite his own game

'"I have to learn from that. The plays happen so quickly here," Luukkonen said. "You have to be ready. Even though your team might have the puck, the pressure comes hard in this league and the turnover is happening. You can't do anything about it always. You just have to be more ready on those plays."' … [Read more...] about Observations: Even in defeat, Sabres pleased with UPL’s progress in Game 2

'Luukkonen finished the game with 38 saves on 41 shots as the Rangers outshot Buffalo, 41-37, in a wide-open affair. Luukkonen made 19 saves on 20 shots in the second period. New York goalie Igor Shesterkin had an outstanding night with 36 saves, including 16 in a scoreless first period.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Lafreniere goal hands Luukkonen first loss as Sabres fall to Rangers

'Miller was utterly hit or miss as he posted a 2.93/.917 in the seven games. He earned 1-0 shutouts in Game 1 and Game 4 (goals by Patrick Kaleta and Jason Pominville, respectively, won the games). But he also gave up five goals in losses in Games 2 and 6, and four before getting yanked in favor of Jhonas Enroth in Game 7.' … [Read more...] about The curse of Ville Leino? Ten years ago today was Sabres’ last playoff game