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'Eichel has 16 goals, 15 assists and 31 points during his current 17-game streak, which ties a pair of 17-gamers put up by Hall of Famer Dave Andreychuk during the 1991-92 and 1992-93 seasons. Perreault's totals were 10-21-31 during his 18-game run.' … [Read more...] about If Jack Eichel gets a point Thursday, he’ll tie Gilbert Perreault for franchise record

'An uncharacteristically bad two periods prevented the Sabres (16-12-7) from creating distance between them and the Leafs (17-14-4) in the Atlantic Division, and illustrated a problem that's plagued Buffalo since Eichel was drafted second overall in 2015: a lack of supplementary scoring.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel stretches point streak to 17 games, but slow start dooms Sabres

'Now he's one of the favorites for the Calder Trophy. The Sabres showed incredible patience with him in the face of outside views (raising hand) that he should have been in the NHL far sooner last year in place of Tage Thompson. They're able to enjoy the told-ya-so phase.' … [Read more...] about Sabres waited on Victor Olofsson and are getting their rewards

'The Sabres looked over-matched for 40 minutes of the two teams' third meeting of the season, though. Jack Eichel extended his point streak to 17 games, one off the franchise record, and the Sabres scored three goals in the third period, but Auston Matthews' two goals held up in a 5-3 win for the Toronto Maple Leafs in Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Maple Leafs 5, Sabres 3

'Part of a center’s job is to open shooting lanes for wingers, and that has been hit or miss most of his career. And it goes without saying that ice time is largely earned, too. Though Buffalo’s top line is loaded with star talent, Mittelstadt hasn’t done much individually to justify more usage – and, consequently, better teammates.' … [Read more...] about Numbers explain why Casey Mittelstadt was sent to Rochester

'"I have high expectations for myself and I haven’t exactly met those yet, but I’ve persevered my whole life," Mittelstadt said Monday following his first practice in Blue Cross Arena. "I’ve been through things somewhat similar to this and always came out on the better side. I’m not worried about myself. Just keep my confidence and work on my game and I should be fine."' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt embracing opportunity for bigger role in Rochester

'Even as good as the pressbox popcorn and sweets might be in KeyBank Center, the Sabres don't want Mittelstadt up there at this stage of his career. That was the tipping point. Once limited ice time became maybe no ice time, it was time to re-evaluate.' … [Read more...] about Sabres finally made right choice with Casey Mittelstadt

'"I watched that game and I usually go to bed way earlier than when that game ended," Krueger said. "We're always giving each other some kind of push. Both of us are out here trying to make the Buffalo sports community proud and they've really done that with what they've achieved and we're trying to continue to do that."' … [Read more...] about #OneBuffalo feels: Sabres’ Jack Eichel, Ralph Krueger thrilled by Bills’ playoff clincher

'"It's going to be good," Dahlin said Monday. "I think it's going to be fun. Tough game, great place, Marner is going to be back in their lineup. They have a great offense and I'm really excited to be back for it."' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin, Mitch Marner will return for latest chapter in Sabres-Leafs rivalry

'"Obviously you want to play every game, but it's not a secret I didn't play well in Vancouver," Mittelstadt said he drew back into the lineup Tuesday against the St. Louis Blues. "You obviously watch a little bit of film and had a nice talk with coach. It’s nice watching a game from up top, too. I think when you’re always playing you get stuck in it and when you kind of get to … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt sent to Rochester after playing 114 games with Sabres

'"Rasmus Dahlin was outstanding and he earned his 24 minutes," coach Ralph Krueger said. "Just pleased to see how he’s come out of his injury, and he seems fresh and energized and definitely helps on the power play, too."' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin stands up to Islanders, ignites Sabres’ power play

'"It’s unfortunate," Eichel, who scored his 23rd goal of the season, said inside the visitors' dressing room. "It’s a tough turnover by me in the overtime there. ... It’s obviously frustrating to not get two points."' … [Read more...] about Sabres take a ‘huge step’ by pushing back in overtime loss to Islanders

'The Sabres (16-11-7) failed to extend their win streak to a season-best four games and dropped to 4-1-2 in December.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Islanders 3, Sabres 2 (OT)

'Many of these players – Bogosian near the front of the line –- ran Dan Bylsma out of town in 2017. Phil Housley didn't get much support in the dressing room last year either. Krueger wasn't going to let the blame-the-coach charade get any momentum.' … [Read more...] about After Zach Bogosian’s snit, Ralph Krueger issues reminder about who’s in charge

'"They've basically been doing it a year and a half now," said Sabres winger and former Islander Kyle Okposo. "You look at their style of play, their coach they have and their buy-in, they're obviously doing a good job at it. We know we're in for a tough game because we know how good they are defensively. It will be a tough test for us."' … [Read more...] about It’s a red-hot Buffalo offense against Islanders’ staunch defense