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'"It's a great group. We're still young, we're still learning, we're still trying to figure out who we are as individuals, as well as players," Anderson said before the game. "What I saw this year was exponential growth. At the end of the day, it's about being around the guys. Everyone here is a close-knit group. That's something special to be a part of, and that's something … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: There’s appreciation all over in Sabres’ memorable home finale

'But because of a slow start at the box office, the 2022-23 season still will go down as the second-worst in two decades.' … [Read more...] about Sabres finish strong in attendance but still rank near bottom of NHL

'“I haven't officially made any decisions,” Anderson told The Buffalo News, flashing a grin after the morning skate. “I'm at a different stage now than where I was. I mean, last year I battled injury, was able to get to some personal goals, 300 wins. Felt like I played a bunch last year where I was feeling good and competing at a high level. I felt like I still had some in the … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Craig Anderson undecided about future but at peace in final days of 20th season

'There's no hopelessness, as we saw too often coming out of the GM's office when Tim Murray and Jason Botterill were in charge. No feeling the coach is being outwitted, far too prevalent when Dan Bylsma, Phil Housley and Ralph Krueger futilely tried to run the bench.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Last call for this season’s Sabres, the group that finally set the stage for franchise’s future

'“We got through so many ups and downs, but we stuck together,” Dahlin added. “We always come back stronger. We have taken the next step, for sure. A huge step and we are going to be a winning organization. ... We know we can beat any team in this league. Everyone gets older and we’re gonna have a bright future.”' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres officially eliminated from playoff contention with 6-2 loss

'“It means a lot, honestly,” said Tuch. “Keep battling, each and every day. The whole season obviously hasn’t gone our way. We’re on the outside looking in, but we’re still working. We’re still pushing. Until we’re out, we’re not gonna stop. … We’re just focused on tomorrow night. It was a good start to four games in five days, but it’s a start. We’ve got to get ready for … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres stay alive in playoff chase with shootout win over Rangers

'The Amerks officially qualified for the American Hockey League’s Calder Cup Playoffs and sit second in the North Division after winning both of their games over the weekend. They’re 7-0-3 in their last 10 and hold a one-point lead over third-place Syracuse with three games to go, beginning Friday night in Rochester against Belleville.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Prospects in Rochester preparing for playoff hockey with Amerks

'Here are the NHL wild-card standings for the Eastern Conference after Monday's games.' … [Read more...] about Where Sabres stand in wild-card race after shootout win and remaining schedules

'The decision to join the Sabres won't be Johnson's alone, though. The club receives a second-round compensatory draft pick if he signs elsewhere. It's become more common for teams to walk away from a prospect selected late in the first round in favor of the compensatory pick.' … [Read more...] about Ryan Johnson’s future with Sabres comes into focus after Golden Gophers’ loss

'You bet. And Levi's showing in the win over Carolina says volumes about what the Sabres are thinking.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: How much can the Sabres ride Devon Levi in goal this week? As much as he can play.

'Anderson won the award in 2017 for the Ottawa Senators, when he was 25-11-4 with a 2.28 goals-against average, a .926 save percentage and five shutouts in 40 games as the Sens came within one win of making the Stanley Cup final. That season became notable for him because he had to to take several leaves of absence to be with his wife, Nicholle, who was diagnosed with a rare … [Read more...] about Goalie Craig Anderson is Sabres’ nominee for Bill Masterton Trophy

'“When you see a leader and the best D in the league laying out twice in two seconds to block two shots like that in a meaningful game, it means a lot on the bench and to everyone else,” fellow Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson said. “So that was huge for us.”' … [Read more...] about Observations: Another ‘special’ performance by Rasmus Dahlin keeps Sabres alive

'If you've forgotten what games in April (or May and June) look and feel like because it has been so long, this was it. There were big-name players making big plays all over the ice.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres are survivors in thriller that sure felt like the playoffs

'“I’m just so impressed every day with how good he is,” Quinn said following practice Friday. “He’s good at so many things. Honestly, he’s good at everything.”' … [Read more...] about ‘Good at everything,’ Sabres’ Owen Power a bona fide candidate for rookie of the year

'Levi was unable to replicate his remarkable sophomore season when he had a .952 save percentage and 10 shutouts, but the encore might have been more impressive. The Huskies struggled to score goals and didn’t make the job easy on Levi most nights. Still, he helped them win the Beanpot championship and almost carried them to a win in the Hockey East quarterfinals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Devon Levi wins college hockey’s top goaltending honor again