Buffalo News

'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

'Jeff Skinner scored a goal Tuesday night. Imagine that being big news for the first 4 1/2 months of this season.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Skinner breaks through but dark times remain in another Sabres loss

'The Sabres (31-39-10) have lost three straight in regulation. They are 0-7-1 in their last eight games and 1-13-2 in their 16.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Nashville Predators 3, Buffalo Sabres 2

'O'Reilly sold his four-bedroom house for $1.363 million to a limited liability company called 186 Middlesex LLC. The identity of the buyer could not be independently verified.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabre Ryan O’Reilly sells Middlesex home for $1.4 million

'They entered Monday with 72 points, four ahead of New Jersey prior to the Devils' game against the New York Rangers. Los Angeles (67 points) also could pass the Sabres while only last-place Ottawa (62) can't catch Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Lottery odds about all Sabres have left to play for

'“They have a right to be mad," Sabres winger Kyle Okposo said. "They have a right to be (upset). The second half of the year hasn’t gone as planned. It’s just, last night we were lifeless, today it was a little bit better but it was 4-0. It’s not good enough. We’ve got to give them something to cheer about, and we didn’t tonight. They’ve got a right to be upset. They’ve been … [Read more...] about Sabres booed off home ice after being shut out for fifth time in 12 games