Olean Times Herald

'While Samuelsson, 24, doesn’t like sitting out, he understands why Ruff, who also scratched defenseman Henri Jokiharju, shook up his blue line.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson must ‘raise the standard’ after healthy scratch

'Ruff wanted more from his goalie and scorers, and they delivered throughout the chippy affair before the crowd of 12,260 fans in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres raise standard, defeat Senators; Henri Jokiharju, Mattias Samuelsson scratched

'“It’s fun and it’s awesome to be back in there,” he said. “But, yeah, it’s kind of second nature, especially in my position, I’ve done that in the past. So I feel like I’ve adapted to that and I’m able to do that now, and so it’s a big part of my game.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Jacob Bryson made most of time as scratch; Connor Clifton must ‘elevate his play’

'“We got to win games,” Ruff said. “… Raise the standard, raise the expectation. I’m not going to stand here and talk about (it). We did good things, but finish the good things, finish some of those great opportunities, put it in the back of the net.”' … [Read more...] about As Sabres struggle, Lindy Ruff wants to raise standard: ‘OK … not good enough’

'Benson, 19, practiced Monday at left wing alongside center Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn, his first full session since leaving the lineup Oct. 22. He also skated on the second power-play unit.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Benson a ‘possibility’ to return from injury against Senators

'Following two season-opening losses, the Sabres had found a groove, compiling a 4-2-1 mark in their next seven games. Sure, they hardly set the NHL on fire, but in these parts, a record like that illustrates progress. Now, they’ve hit a rut.' … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens scores early, but mistakes doom Sabres in loss to Islanders

'“In back-to-back games, we’ll have depth to put fresh bodies in,” Ruff said Friday morning. “Our back to backs haven’t been that good. Maybe putting a couple fresh guys in can help us back to back.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Lindy Ruff could utilize depth to change Buffalo’s lineup

'“Well, if he scores four off the wing, it’d be a permanent thing,” Ruff joked after the Sabres prepared for Friday’s game against the New York Islanders in KeyBank Center. “Even if he scores a couple.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres hope shifting struggling Dylan Cozens to wing can ignite him

'Owen Power, who turns 22 on Nov. 22, has quietly enjoyed the fastest start of his short career. Entering Tuesday’s schedule, his eight even-strength points ranked fourth among NHL defensemen.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Owen Power piling up points during fast start

'On the other hand, the Sabres, whose three-game winning streak was snapped, showed they haven’t reached the Panthers’ class. They broke down defensively all night, took ill-advised penalties and wilted late while allowing three third-period goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres roar back against Panthers, fall apart late: ‘It was right there’

'In his seven appearances this season, Kulich, 20, has often impressed Ruff, earning ice time alongside established talent on scoring lines and the power play. He even kept the Czech in the lineup once over winger Jack Quinn.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Jiri Kulich scratched as Nicolas Aube-Kubel returns

'In the weeks after Dahlin, 24, returned from a mid-body injury he suffered minutes into the first session of training camp – he mentioned he injured his back – he wasn’t playing very freely. But over the past few games, the ultra-talented defenseman has looked more like himself, creating offense and zooming around the ice. That smile has reappeared. It’s no coincidence the … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Rasmus Dahlin feeling like himself; Nicolas Aube-Kubel set to return from injury

'Right now, Thompson, who has a three-game goal streak, is playing at a superstar level. After an underwhelming 29-goal campaign in which he battled a broken hand, he looks as dynamic as ever.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson playing like superstar, helps Sabres beat Red Wings

'Through eight outings, Cozens has compiled an odd stat line: two assists and 27 shots on goal. Entering Friday’s games, that shot total ranked 18th in the NHL and first among goalless players.' … [Read more...] about Goal-scoring struggles frustrate Sabres’ Dylan Cozens: ‘Just keep shooting’

'Aube-Kubel, who’s wearing a knee brace, could be an option for Saturday afternoon’s game against the Detroit Red Wings, although Ruff likely wants to give him more practice time. He rejoined his teammates Tuesday but has had just one full session.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Nicolas Aube-Kubel could play Monday; Zach Benson misses practice