Buffalo News

'The Sabres play three straight games against returning conference finalists, starting Tuesday night in St. Louis against the Blues. They return home to host Tampa Bay on Thursday night and defending Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh on Saturday night.' … [Read more...] about Trip to meet Blues starts rugged week

'Top players are struggling. Goals are rare. Trips to the penalty box are common. The Sabres have just one victory in the past six games. While they earned a point in a couple of others, skids of 0-2-2 and 1-3-2 don’t qualify as getting it done.' … [Read more...] about Sabres struggling to ‘hold down the fort’

'Buffalo sent defenseman Justin Falk and forwards Nick Baptiste and Cole Schneider back to the Amerks. The Sabres’ next game is Tuesday in St. Louis, and uncertain injury statuses could force recalls Monday before Buffalo flies to Missouri.' … [Read more...] about Three sent to Amerks; auctions & more

'Late in the second period and early in the third, after they fell in a 3-1 hole, the Sabres looked beaten on the bench. Heads drooped. Backs hunched. Conversation, which flows during the good times, went silent.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop another, look outmatched while doing it

'The coach had one of the least-penalized teams in the NHL through the first month of the season. Those days are gone. A four-game run that featured 21 infractions dropped the Sabres to 10th in a hurry heading into Saturday’s rematch against New Jersey.' … [Read more...] about Refs not always sticking it to Buffalo

'The Devils simply were better. Not only were they better, they were better in every facet of the game. It wasn't unexpected as New Jersey improved to 7-1-2 in its last 10. The Sabres fell to 0-2-2 in their last four and 1-3-2 in the last six.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Devils 4, Sabres 2

'“It’s no different than it was in New Jersey for me as far treating the guys,” he said. “It’s just a matter of building a relationship with the guys, getting that trust factor. It’s them having the trust in you so you’re able to do the job.' … [Read more...] about New athletic trainer busier than expected

'"I thought it was pretty even with Kaner and Greene," Sabres forward Matt Moulson said. "But obviously they saw it a little differently."' … [Read more...] about ‘Tough play’ for Kane as Devils win on overtime penalty shot

'The Sabres' winless streak stretched to three games (0-1-2) and their home record slipped to 1-3-2 as they were outshot, 43-26, in the game. Nilsson made 18 saves in the third period and stopped all 14 shots he faced in blanking the Devils on six power plays. And yet, his record fell to 1-1-2.' … [Read more...] about Great work in net wasted again in latest Sabres loss

'Former Sabres center Daniel Briere underwent sports hernia surgery in December 2005. He didn’t return until March 2006.' … [Read more...] about Source: Sabres’ Ennis could miss two months

'"I think I've been playing pretty well so far," Baptiste said. "Obviously still being with the main club is the big thing for me, but you never want guys hurt. You want them back as soon as possible because we're a better team with them in the lineup. To play a bigger role offensively, I think I'm up to the task. Wherever I'm put in the lineup, I'm up to the task."' … [Read more...] about Injuries create opportunities on the roster

'The Devils extended Buffalo's woes past 60 minutes to 0-4 on the season. The Sabres are winless in their last three games (0-1-2) and are just 1-3-2 at home this year. The Devils improved to 2-3-2 on the road.' … [Read more...] about Quick Hits: Devils 2, Sabres 1 (OT)

'"It's cheaper to go here than it is in Toronto," he said. "There are more Leafs fans than Sabres fans here, 'cause our money is (worthless)." Smiling, he crossed the street. "Thanks, bud," he said to the crossing guard.' … [Read more...] about 100 Things: Attend a Sabres vs. Maple Leafs game

'"It's awesome. It reminds me a lot of home, being in Minnesota," Okposo said, standing in the hallway of the Buffalo VA Medical Center after spending nearly an hour meeting veterans and staff. "People here are just so genuine and you see everyone is just an avid fan. It's pretty cool to see when you can put smiles on their faces. At the end of the day, they're what keeps our … [Read more...] about Sabres pay tribute to military veterans

'"I just like him a lot," Lehner said when asked what he admires in Trump. "I think he's going to make a lot of change."' … [Read more...] about Lehner’s tribute to Trump, Ennis joins injured list & more