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'Naturally, it is important to note Botterill's past relationships, particularly those in Pittsburgh's organization. That makes Jacques Martin a possibility for Buffalo. Martin, 56, has spent the past four seasons as an assistant with the Penguins, including back-to-back Stanley Cup championships, and had a 15-year career as an NHL coach. Additionally, Sabres assistant general … [Read more...] about Assessing possible candidates to replace Phil Housley as Sabres coach

'Nolan's second stint with the Sabres lasted a season and a half. He finished the 2013-14 season with a 17-36-8 record and went 23-51-9 in his lone full season before being fired again.' … [Read more...] about Here are the five Sabres coaches fired by the Pegulas

'The team then announced that Housley will have a session with reporters Monday at 2:30 and Botterill will have one Monday at 3. The fact that Housley is scheduled for a session could mean the team is not planning on a coaching change. It also could mean nothing. The team could hold Housley's session and certainly make a move later in the week or, frankly, at any point in the … [Read more...] about Housley insists he’ll return but Sabres have huge decision to make on coach

'"Hopefully it's not it for him. Just like for me, I still believe I can play in this league even though this year was not very good for myself. You know when you're done. Hopefully he doesn't feel like that yet but if it is, what a way to go out. The fans saluted him just as you expect in Buffalo."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: As Vanek ponders career finish, he loved Jason Pominville’s big night

'Perhaps pigs do fly and the world really is flat. Because the Buffalo Sabres actually closed their season by putting together a winning streak and winning a game on the road.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 7, Red Wings 1

'Chronologically, the Sabres simply cannot have many fans of greater patience than Frances. She is 101. Last year, for her 100th birthday, Denny Malinowski, a nephew from greater Rochester, went to the club and bought her a jersey with her name on the back, a jersey signed by many players from the team.' … [Read more...] about Sean Kirst: A 101-year-old Sabres fan sighs, and turns to the Mets

'A loss to the Red Wings would give the Sabres (32-39-10) the fourth-best odds of landing the number one overall pick at the draft, which will be held June 21-22 in Vancouver.' … [Read more...] about Sabres could have sights set on center after NHL Draft Lottery

'While in school, he established what he called a “great relationship” with the Sabres’ staff, including the development coaches who visited him in Boston.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Casey Fitzgerald says he feels comfortable with team

'"It’s been a lot of fun," Pominville said, his voice quivering. "I’ve really enjoyed every moment. I don’t know what the future holds but enjoy the next couple days and hopefully get another win and take a step back and make some decisions."' … [Read more...] about Jason Pominville celebrated in what could be his final home game with Sabres

'The surliness and ugly chants of the last few home games were put aside for one night, save for a "Fire Housley" sign that got affixed to the front of the press box. Not much love for Phil Housley on what looks like his last home game.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Pominville celebration caps a rare great day for embattled Buffalo fans

'Despite three sellouts in November, the Sabres finished with an average home attendance of 17,908, the franchise's lowest mark since it drew 16,886 per game during the 2005-06 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres finish with lowest average home attendance since 2005-06 season

'The Sabres (32-39-10) finished with 21 home wins, their most since 2011-12, and snapped an eight-game winless streak. They had lost 15 of their previous 16 games and went 3-18-3 in their previous 24 games. Their season will end on the road Saturday night in Detroit.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 5, Senators 2

'“I have not decided that,” said Jeanneret, who turns 77 in July and has been calling Sabres games on radio or television since 1971. “I’m staring at six months off in front of me now beginning on Sunday morning. I am going to have some time, AND I am going to take some time, because it is a pretty big decision for me. I can’t say. I just don’t know. Even if I come back, it is … [Read more...] about Rick Jeanneret is taking months to ponder whether he returns next season

'It's tough. I've always been a vocal leader on teams I've played for and you try to be a good locker room guy, but obviously. this year. I've played a lot more games. Sometimes when you're playing it's more difficult to be the voice in the room in a sense because I need to focus on my job. I have to take care of business and stop pucks. That's the number one issue. I think … [Read more...] about Q&A: Carter Hutton reflects on decision to sign with Sabres, outlook for future

'“Sports betting is certainly a conversation that we’re having,” she said, “and how does that change the (in-game) experience?”' … [Read more...] about Kim Pegula talks sports betting, fan strategy for Bills, Sabres