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'"I think it's nice but for me it's about getting wins and getting into the playoffs. These accomplishments are for a rainy day when you're sitting at home and not doing much. For right now, I think the focus is on getting some points in the standings and winning some games and getting into the playoffs."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Luongo secures milestone win

'Buffalo again failed to get a winning streak going, falling 4-1 to the Florida Panthers on Friday. The Sabres hoped to build off the 3-1 victory over Washington that was also tied, 1-1, but they instead lost to the only team that was behind them in the Eastern Conference.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Panthers 4, Sabres 1

'"You really felt the loss through Buffalo here," Robin Lehner said after the team's morning skate in KeyBank Center. "I have a few friends that told me a lot about him. Some of them served with him. There have been a lot of fans, actually, on social media that have sent me some messages. It just feels right. What they do for this country, him being in the Army and being a … [Read more...] about Robin Lehner said his tribute to Craig Lehner is for ‘all he represents’

'Housley's system is designed to liberate defensemen to be more aggressive offensively. The Sabres don't have a single goal from a defenseman this season, which sounds suspiciously like last year's group. They've often been a train wreck in their own end.' … [Read more...] about Sully’s Mailbag: Phil Housley off to an uninspiring start with Sabres

'"I think the opportunities have been there as of late, so maybe try and capitalize on that a little more," Reinhart said after preparing for Friday's visit by the Florida Panthers. "My focus right now is trying to build off the new line and read off each other. If we can do that as soon as possible, that's going to benefit everybody."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Sam Reinhart unable to get on track offensively

'"It's more of a week to week situation right now," coach Phil Housley said Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Ristolainen downgraded; Beaulieu on power play; Kane scoring

'During the Sabres' Military Appreciation Night on Friday, Robin Lehner will wear a customized warmup jersey with the nameplate of "C. Lehner." The jersey will be No. 43 instead of Lehner's usual No. 40, an homage to Craig Lehner's radio call sign, which was K-9 43.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Robin Lehner will pay tribute to fallen K-9 Officer Craig Lehner

'"Guys are tired today as they should be," Sabres forward Kyle Okposo said. "That's how it feels to win. That's how we've got to play to win."' … [Read more...] about Hard effort earns Sabres a light practice

'"I think I need to learn to shoot the puck. I think our fans are getting a little sick of me trying to pass it," Eichel told the group of reporters at his stall after the Sabres defeated the Washington Capitals, 3-1, in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Eichel knows he needs to shoot more

'"It wasn't the type of goal I usually get a chance to do," Pouliot said with a grin, "but it ended up good."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Pouliot holding up his end of the bargain with scoring run

'"It's easy to be negative because you're in a negative situation," Evander Kane said after Tuesday's game. "It's hard to be positive. That's the mental toughness you have to have, being positive when things are going tough and working through things."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: No snow job from Housley necessary as Sabres actually play pretty well

'"He makes the play. He let's me know. He's right there," Reinhart said about the play with McCable. "I'm aware. The play is made. Obviously I got hit pretty good and he's there to step in 10 times out of 10. It was the right play by him. We've been pretty close over the last couple of years, so I expect him to be in there every time and believe it or not, I'd do the same for … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: McCabe stands up for Reinhart

'Pouliot has five goals this season, all in the last seven games. He had eight goals in 67 games for Edmonton last year and was bought out.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Capitals 1

'"We think a couple little changes here and there and we're going to be better, but we all have to demand more out of ourselves," O'Reilly said. "It feels like we are a little fragile right now. When things don't go well, it's tough to climb back.' … [Read more...] about O’Reilly hopes Sabres can build quickly, prove they’re a better team

'"We're going to still hold the players accountable – believe me. I think the message today was pretty strong in our meetings of doing the right things, playing the right way. That's where the accountability comes in because I think we have to have more urgency in our game defending when we don't have the puck."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Housley preaches accountability; defense getting healthier