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'"His speed is dynamic. And his quickness is even more dynamic," Granato had said of Cozens earlier in the day. "So his first two, three strides, his speed up and down the rink is high end. But it's the first two strides and separation that he's another level. He's in another category there."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: No matter the result, Dylan Cozens quickly piling up experience

'The Sabres struggled to generate enough shots, succumbed to the opportunistic Bruins’ relentless pursuit to possess the puck and lost the opening game of a three game series with the Bruins, 2-0.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Taylor Hall, Curtis Lazar help Bruins defeat Sabres

'“He’s another player that’s on the cusp of full-time NHL potential,” Granato said. “To get to that point, there’s a lot of little intricacies that he’s gotten right and I’m excited because of that. He’s right on the cusp of full-time duty is the way I look at it and this is a great opportunity for that.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Defenseman Will Borgen nears return from broken forearm

'While there have been some questionable goals allowed, Tokarski hasn't let them linger and has calmed down in the crease considerably in recent games. Playing three games in four days, including a back-to-back against Pittsburgh, was no easy feat, and the 5-foot-11 Tokarski handled it brilliantly.' … [Read more...] about Dustin Tokarski has given a boost to Sabres’ play in the crease

'Hall is playing on the second line with center David Krejci and winger Craig Smith. His mandate from the club was clear: Come in and be a complementary player.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Bruins hit town with 4-0 mark since trade for Taylor Hall

'The organization will need more time to evaluate Granato. The team’s playing better, and the front office knows they have some heavy lifting to do to repair the lineup. And not everything has been great – the power play has just four goals under Granato, and the team is 6-8-3 since the transition.' … [Read more...] about Travis Yost’s Sabre Metrics: What numbers show about improvement under Don Granato

'"It's pretty cool," Mattias Samuelsson said before the game. "My mom is from Pittsburgh. Her whole side of my family still lives there. My dad was on Cup teams. So there's definitely some history with the Penguins."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Mattias Samuelsson’s solo lap a start of big day for Sabres prospect

'The Sabres improved their puck management from Saturday's game and played the entire contest from in front, a rarity this season.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres put it all together in strong win over Penguins

'“It’s very, very important for the young players to take ownership in the situations we’re in but the situation that everybody’s in,” said interim coach Don Granato. “You’re going to need everybody to be successful as a franchise. It’s not just your star players and your top players. It’s depth. Teams that win around the league have depth."' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres’ drought reaches historic level, but youth inspires hope

'"And so we've flipped that and said, 'We're not trying to survive here. We're going to try to get better. And certainly we're going to focus on giving you ways that we can win this hockey game. But get better, hang on to the puck, make a play, don't just feel pressure and throw it (away).' So I think the guys find enjoyment in that."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Don Granato is looking like the right choice for Sabres

'Though the setback exposed some possible weaknesses, one game does not spoil what’s been a strong turnaround under interim coach Don Granato. Buffalo is 5-3-3 over its last 11 games and almost completed another comeback.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres finish strong, still fall to Penguins, 3-2

'So while that topic will have to be addressed in the coming months, there's no doubt teams out of the race like the Sabres have paid particular attention to what's gone on in their current division but have also noted what's gone on in their normal one. You have to be concerned on both fronts.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Sabres have to be wary about deadline impact on current and future rivals

'“Obviously, my rookie year being in the NHL, the first thing I wanted to do was just prove I can play at this level, show that I was responsible defensively,” Cozens said following practice Friday in KeyBank Center. “Once I kind of showed that, I think I want to take the next step in my offensive game. Obviously, I’ve had a lot of things going on this season, but I’ve been … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Cozens wants to help more offensively in final weeks of rookie season

'The Sabres need at least three healthy goalies between the active roster and taxi squad for each game day, although the National Hockey League granted the team an exemption Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres starting goalie Linus Ullmark ‘week to week’ with a lower-body injury

'"It's an incredible feeling. I can't think the guys enough tonight," said Tokarski, who was 0-4-2 in his first six appearances this season. "They played an incredible hockey game, put the body on the line, got the offense going and really helped my job tonight. ... There's nothing better for a goalie than celebrating with your teammates after a win."' … [Read more...] about Observations: With Luukkonen on the horizon, Tokarski finally gets a win for Sabres