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'“It was tough to see that not go in, but that’s our situation,” center Johan Larsson said. “It doesn’t go in easy for us.”' … [Read more...] about Another point slips away for Sabres

'Schneider could replace banged-up center Ryan O’Reilly, but he was deserving of the look either way. Schneider is tied for the points lead in the American Hockey League, putting up 15 points in 10 games with Rochester. He has seven goals and could help a Buffalo squad that has just five goals in the last four games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres call up Cole Schneider, AHL points leader

'"I talked to Evander probably more than anyone," Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. "I think he’s been eager to get back. The last week and he's been working hard off the ice. ... He's gone through quite a bit the last five, six days to get himself ready to get back in there."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Kane returns after rib injury

'"Evander has been putting in a lot of work and he's really progressed quite well," Bylsma said during his weekly appearance on WGR Radio. "He's had four days now of some physical contact, some heavy contact. He skated here at home real hard and it's a good possibility to see him here in the short future."' … [Read more...] about Kane’s return imminent for bedraggled Sabres’ offense

'Buffalo players angrily and helplessly watched from the penalty box as Boston scored three power-play goals and rolled to a 4-0 shutout Monday. Bylsma also praised Philadelphia’s power play last month, and the Flyers responded with three power-play goals then, too.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pay the penalty for going to box against Bruins

'“He plays in every situation, playing big minutes for us, playing other teams’ top lines. We want him to be out there in those situations, so he’s going to get those 25 minutes. Hopefully, we can keep it to 25.”' … [Read more...] about Time on Ristolainen’s side; bumps abound

'The Bruins scored three times during the second period to put the game away. They improved to 120-1-2 when taking a three-goal lead since the start of the 2011-12 season.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Bruins 4, Sabres 0

'To celebrate Reinhart’s 21st birthday Sunday, Sabres teammate Marcus Foligno slyly covered a towel with shaving cream, snuck up behind Reinhart and rubbed gel all over the birthday boy near the end of practice. Reinhart spent more than five minutes trying to clean himself up at the bench, but that didn’t do the trick.' … [Read more...] about Reinhart’s birthday wish: More goals, wins for Sabres

'The Bruins previously practiced 20 miles north of Boston, but the new place keeps them in the city. Located near Harvard University, it’s just six miles from TD Garden, where the Bruins will host the Sabres on Monday night. The Bruins hold their morning skates in Warrior Ice Arena, and the Sabres are believed to be the first NHL team to use the rink other than the home boys.' … [Read more...] about New rink for Bruins; Carrier likes debut

'“I just want us to be a little bit tighter,” Lehner said in Canadian Tire Centre. “There was a little bit too many chances, but you’ve got to give them credit, too. They’re a fast team over there. I think it’s just recognizing certain pucks that we’re missing.”' … [Read more...] about Lehner’s dynamic effort sets up Sabres’ latest victory

'“It’s easier because you’re around guys that share the same common goal. You’ve got 20 individuals that are with you. When your train of thought’s getting away from you, you’ve got guys that can pull you back in.”' … [Read more...] about Anderson’s cancer fight rallies Senators

'The Sabres wouldn't have been in position to win without Lehner. The former Senators goaltender was stellar against his old team, making 31 saves. Several were highlight-reel quality as Ottawa futilely tried to extend its 1-0 lead.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Sabres 2, Senators 1

'It turns out the deal wasn’t quite as “momentous” as Black hoped. Despite thousands of Sabres fans in Southern Ontario, not many cared about watching the team on television. There were a few, however.' … [Read more...] about Canadian TV deal didn’t work

'“It’s super exciting for me,” Baptiste said in KeyBank Center. “I’m getting texts and calls and a lot of media attention regarding it. People are asking me, ‘Are you in the lineup? Are you playing? Are you there?’”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Nicholas Baptiste eager to drive home his NHL ability

'“You’re always disappointed when you don’t make the team out of training camp, but I proved myself down there, practiced hard, had a good start, and now I’m back here,” Carrier said.' … [Read more...] about Carrier to debut; Kane skating; Eichel watching