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'"We were flying," Baptiste said in a jubilant KeyBank Center dressing room. "We were really going in that third period. It's exciting. We're all three guys that are trying to really establish ourselves in the NHL. We're going 110 percent at all times.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ young trio takes big step against Blackhawks

'"It's very humbling," Kane said after the latest defeat dropped the Hawks to 6-15-1 in their last 22 games. "Hopefully we can look back on this and somehow say it's a good thing. A lot of us have to look in here and find a way to re-establish that winning culture. We have a different group than we've had in the past. We can't lean back on the experiences this team has had in … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s stunning to see how fast the Blackhawks have fallen

'"I'm so happy to come home," said Pfalzer, who flew in from Florida on Friday night. "It's been insane. We came from South Korea to L.A., then we went back to Tampa, where we've been training all year, and then we went to Washington D.C. and then New York and spent some time there.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Pfalzer shows off gold; Eichel plays through pain

'The Sabres' last victory over Chicago was Dec. 11, 2009. Thomas Vanek and Clarke MacArthur scored, while Lalime made 39 saves in a 2-1 victory. Since then, the Blackhawks have won three Stanley Cups.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 5, Blackhawks 3

'"It's flattering," said Greeley, who saw the interview as a sign the Sabres are doing things right. "Obviously, our record is not great, but I think we're doing things the right way. I think Jason's got good people working for him. The Pegulas have brought nice people in.' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Assistant GM Steve Greeley is on the rise, sees Buffalo doing the same

'I've been going to Sabres-Leafs games since the 1970s in the Aud and there is no question in my mind there has never been a Buffalo crowd as dominated by Toronto followers as the one we saw here Thursday night. You had to scan with binoculars to find someone in an odd Sabres jersey here and there because they were swallowed up by a sea of Leafs blue and white.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: KeyBank takeover by Leafs fans a low moment in Sabres’ lost season

'"Obviously, with everything that happened last year, I wasn't going to push it," he said. "I was going to make sure that I was 100 percent and had no ill effects. I'm feeling good and happy to be back."' … [Read more...] about Back to feeling like himself, Sabres’ Okposo is back at practice

'"Obviously, they don't want me to rush it back and then have another setback," Eichel said. "It's a tough situation, but I'm just trying to take it day-by-day and get to the point where I'm confident in it and feel like I can go out there and make a difference."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Eichel practices again, remains game-time decision

'"They're the No. 1 team off the rush for shots on net, so that tells you that they still can attack the game with speed," Housley said. "They've been going through their ups and downs this year. That's still a good team over there with a lot of speed, so we have to manage that and we have to be smart, and we've got to be ready to start on time."' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks arrive in Buffalo with no playoffs in sight

'The goaltender and his wife welcomed a baby boy named Harry on Thursday. The arrival of their first child had the 24-year-old out of sorts.' … [Read more...] about Oh, baby: Sabres’ Ullmark is a happy guy

'The Sabres are watching Kane's exploits closely, of course. San Jose would owe Buffalo a first-round pick in 2019 if Kane re-signs with the Sharks as a free agent or if San Jose wins the Stanley Cup. The Sharks are second in the Pacific Division, three points ahead of Los Angeles.' … [Read more...] about Evander Kane nets first career hat trick in four-goal game for Sharks

'"We've been off for a long time, and it just didn't seem like we were into it right away," said Beaulieu, whose team hadn't played since Saturday. "I just wanted to spark the boys a little bit."' … [Read more...] about As fighting disappears, bouts like Beaulieu-Martin stand out

'"I want to show the staff and the organization that I can play in this league and play a lot of minutes," Guhle said Thursday prior to the Sabres' loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs. "I want to put some trust in me for next year and for myself I want to improve my game the best I can."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Game by game, Guhle is making progress

'The Getzville native, who helped the U.S. women win Olympic gold last month, will take part in a hockey doubleheader and the St. Patrick's Day parade. The Sabres and Beauts will recognize her before their games Saturday, and she will march Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Buffalo set to honor Pfalzer; O’Reilly quick on draw

'Toronto scored once on the power play, but the Maple Leafs added three even-strength and one empty-net goal, leaving KeyBank Center with a 5-2 victory Thursday night. Backed by their boisterous, border-crossing fans, Toronto won for just the fifth time in the last 24 visits.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Maple Leafs 5, Sabres 2