Olean Times Herald

'Right now, the Sabres are enduring one of the roughest stretches in franchise history. They’ve cemented their place as the NHL’s laughingstock while losing eight straight games (0-6-2) and 12 of 14 since their COVID-19 pause ended.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose shootout to Flyers, return to Buffalo in crisis

'“He’s just permanently on our confirmer videos that we show the team,” Krueger said on a Zoom call Tuesday morning. “He shows up all the time. He has the right angle, he anticipates his defensive responsibility so well and he also makes plays which we need to do right now. Our five-on-five offense needs to be better on transition, we need to create more opportunity, and he’s … [Read more...] about Fast development earns Sabres’ Dylan Cozens promotion to No. 1 center

'Through 23 games, Dahlin is the NHL’s clubhouse leader, sporting a ghastly, league-worst minus-21 rating.' … [Read more...] about Why is Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin playing so poorly this season?

'Suddenly, the Sabres were pushing for the tying score inside Nassau Coliseum. And then a sequence that sums up their awful season transpired.' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner finally scores, but Sabres lose seventh straight: ‘Not a fun time’

'“It’s part of the development for a young defenseman to come in and be very conservative and then try to build a more attacking, offensive game on top of that,” Krueger said on a Zoom call prior to Sunday afternoon’s 5-2 loss to the New York Islanders. “We are in the negotiation with him right now on what exactly the best pathway is.”' … [Read more...] about ‘Sophomore’ slump hurting Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju

'The Sabres’ 5-2 loss was their 10 setback in 12 games since their COVID-19 pause ended. They’ve morphed into the NHL’s most hapless team over a pathetic three-week stretch. Remember, they started the season a solid 4-3-2.' … [Read more...] about Sabres implode against Islanders, lose sixth straight: ‘Just mental toughness’

'“Ralph and I talk every day, multiple times a day,” said Adams, whose Sabres have lost five straight games and nine of 11 since their COVID-19 pause ended. “We’re very honest with each other. He understands the situation we’re in is unacceptable and the players do, everybody does. It’s just flat-out not good enough.”' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams says reeling Sabres being evaluated, including Ralph Krueger

'“Jack is someone that I’ve bounced things off of, he’s talked to me and we have an open dialogue,” Adams said on a Zoom call Friday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Kevyn Adams says Jack Eichel hasn’t requested trade

'Whether the hiring of McDermott and Beane was the product of decidedly careful research or mere dumb luck is moot. Sabres fans just wish they could work a little of that magic again for the hockey franchise.' … [Read more...] about If only Sabres could follow the Bills’ path

'The Sabres have become the NHL’s laughingstock again. Right now, it feels like they will never win another game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unravel against Islanders, lose fifth straight: ‘It’s a dangerous spiral’

'“I’m open to anything,” Hall said on a Zoom call Thursday afternoon from Nassau Coliseum. “It’s not like I’ve had an amazing statistical year by any means so far this year. So just in saying that, I’ve enjoyed my time here, I’ve really liked the guys, the coaching staff, the way we’re treated as players."' … [Read more...] about Despite slow start, Sabres’ Taylor Hall open to contract extension with Buffalo

'“It’s something that I’ve just been trying to reset every game and bring my best every game,” said Okposo, who has mustered just one assist this seaon. “I mean, it’s one thing if I feel like I’m not playing well; I know when I’m not playing well, and the first five games I did not play well. And I feel like since the (COVID-19 pause last month) I’ve been playing better but the … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo knows he must start scoring: ‘A results-based business’

'The 6-foot-3 Cozens, 20, landed several heavy punches on Lindgren, even knocking his mouthpiece out.' … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens’ fight could have lasting effects for Sabres

'A scout who has watched Eichel throughout his career said he believes the lack of personal and team success is weighing on him. By now, after six seasons, he was supposed to have helped them morph into a perennial Stanley Cup contender.' … [Read more...] about Why is Sabres captain Jack Eichel having such a down season?

'They’ve looked downright awful since their COVID-19 pause ended two weeks ago, losing seven of their nine outings.' … [Read more...] about Hapless Sabres lose again, endure brutal weekend: ‘I’m very embarrassed’