Olean Times Herald

'“Now we had to start getting our head and mind right playing a really good Montreal team tomorrow,” Housley said. “They’re a very fast team and I just wanted us to push the pace a little bit more..' … [Read more...] about Sabres must showcase speed against upstart Canadiens

'“He’s just a little pest,” McCabe said Wednesday inside KeyBank Center. “Yeah, he’s always chirping. He’s a competitive guy, and he makes you pay in front of the net, especially a guy you think you’re stronger than him, you’re bigger than him, he finds a way to get to the net and get that puck by you. I’m just glad he’s on our team now.”' … [Read more...] about ‘Little pest’ Jeff Skinner scoring, feeling comfortable with Sabres

'“Those two games, we never got away from our game the whole time,” Sabres winger Kyle Okposo said this afternoon following a skills practice inside KeyBank Center. “Everybody was composed, calm and doing their job. Everybody just did what they were supposed to. We didn’t do anything special.”' … [Read more...] about Slow start against Sharks set stage for Sabres’ terrific weekend

'Since returning from a lower-body injury he suffered Sept. 25, Bogosian has been one of the Sabres’ catalysts, showcasing an edge and providing some offense as they closed a five-game road trip with two wins.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Bogosian providing spark after return from injury

'Pekar, 18, has quickly developed a reputation as an agitator, getting underneath the opponent’s skin.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign prospect Matej Pekar to entry-level contract

'At 18 years and 175 days, Dahlin was the second-youngest player in Sabres history to record a point, trailing only center Pierre Turgeon, who was 18 years and 44 days when he had an assist on Oct. 11, 1987 against the Washington Capitals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Rasmus Dahlin scores first NHL goal

'“I’m not getting frustrated by sitting on the side,” Ullmark said inside KeyBank Center before the Sabres departed. “It’s nice to be winning games. Huts is playing good. I’m not going to be a sour guy and be grumpy. … I’m just going to be the same guy I always am, very supportive, very happy."' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark quietly waiting to play

'Housley said he isn’t worried about Skinner’s slow start. “He can create things, he’s a proven goal scorer,” Housley said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jeff Skinner moves to line with Casey Mittelstadt

'“If there’s anything we can take out of it, (it’s) that we can’t take anything for granted and everybody’s got to be pulling on the rope each and every day, especially in our games,” Housley said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres implode early, get blown out by Avalanche

'“He’s really worked on that part of his game,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said. “He’s made some steps in that area, coming back and supporting down low in the defensive zone. His reads are really good. Those other things will take care of themselves, he’s a very talented and skilled player.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Casey Mittelstadt focusing on defensive side

'“We’ve been rolling them pretty good,” center Evan Rodrigues said Wednesday after the Sabres prepared for tonight’s home tilt against the Colorado Avalanche. “Every line’s been contributing. I think it’s had some success early on.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ depth has buoyed strong start

'“Everyone’s going to speculate,” Bogosian said today after practicing with his teammates for the first time since getting hurt Sept. 25. “Left side, right side, hip surgery, non-hip surgery – I was out, and I’m making my way back.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Bogosian practices, staying positive through injury

'For most teams, that mark would hold little significance. Heck, the season isn’t even a week old. But for the Sabres, who have finished dead last three times in five years, it means a whole lot.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Golden Knights, go over .500 for first time since 2013

'“It’s amazing, those guys have been the most consistent (line) since they were put together,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said after Pominville scored in Monday afternoon’s 4-2 win against the Vegas Golden Knights. “They’ve had some good opportunities and looks, but (they’re) very trustworthy, reliable. I can put them in a D-zone faceoff against the opposing team’s best lines.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Jason Pominville’s goal reward for fourth line’s strong play

'“He’s a very good veteran and he says the right things in the room,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said Sunday. “He’s a very likable guy. But at the same time, he says what’s on his chest. It doesn’t matter if you’re a veteran or rookie, he’s just going to leave it out there. I think the guys respect that. He’s provided us with some very good leadership."' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Carter Hutton instilling confidence, becoming leader