Olean Times Herald

'“It’s been rocky,” Beaulieu said of his play. “I still know what I’m capable of. I still believe in myself, which is the biggest thing. Once I get back out there and bring some games together, not a doubt in my mind I’ll be back to playing Nathan Beaulieu hockey.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Nathan Beaulieu remaining confident through rough season

'“It’s not something I really try to block out,” Kane, who was reunited with top center Jack Eichel on Wednesday, said of his future.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Evander Kane slumping as trade deadline approaches

'“That’s the play you’re trying to eliminate, right?” Okposo said Wednesday after the NHL fined Hall $5,000, the maximum allowable under the collective bargaining agreement. “There’s no place for that.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Kyle Okposo unhappy with Taylor Hall’s hit

'Now back to reality.' … [Read more...] about Devils snap Sabres’ winning streak

'“At this point, I’m definitely someone who can play up and down the lineup, play any kind of role, a top-six type of role, an offensive role,” said Stafford, who has compiled seven goals and a minus-14 rating in 38 games. “I feel like I still have that part of my game.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Drew Stafford adapting with age

'“People were like, ‘Oh, great job this week, this road trip you guys were awesome,’” Pominville said. “So that’s how it is. They’re pretty passionate and they like it and hopefully we can give them a little more.”' … [Read more...] about Hot Sabres want to reward fans with home wins

'Lehner, meanwhile, posted consecutive shutouts, stopping 33 shots Wednesday and 30 in Thursday’s 4-0 win in Vancouver. The Swede became the first Sabres goalie to blank consecutive opponents since Ryan Miller on Feb. 29 and March 1, 2012.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Eichel, Robin Lehner earn second, third star of week

'“I’m 30 years old, I need a knee replacement,” Weber told the Times Herald by phone Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres defenseman Mike Weber happy in retirement

'“The news regarding Zach’s injury is unfortunate,” Sabres general manager Jason Botterill said in a statement. “Zach has been dealing with this injury since the beginning of the season. After consulting with our medical team, we felt it was important to get this taken care of now so that he can be back to full strength and ready to contribute at the beginning of next season.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Bogosian to undergo season-ending hip surgery

'Tennyson, 27, played the Sabres’ first 14 games this season, compiling zero points. He has one assist in 23 appearances with the Amerks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall early-season regular Matt Tennyson from Amerks

'Lehner, 26, has often been the Sabres’ backbone and lone bright spot, earning 10 of their victories. Still, he hasn’t won since Dec. 29. In his last five games, he has allowed 19 goals and has an awful .833 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Goalie Robin Lehner frustrated by Sabres’ struggles

'The Sabres, who just hosted the World Junior Championship and have close ties to USA Hockey, released the following statement from owners Terry and Kim Pegula: “When we heard of JJ’s passing, we are reminded of what an enjoyable person he was to be around, and also what he meant to USA Hockey and hockey worldwide. We should all strive to do our jobs and treat people as JJ did. … [Read more...] about Sabres coach Phil Housley emotional over Jim Johannson’s passing

'Just when you think they’ve hit it again, they implode, give another effort more feeble and embarrassing than the last one.' … [Read more...] about Hapless Sabres embarrassed by Stars

'“That’s been my mentality all year,” Reinhart, 22, said of getting to the net. “I actually think I’ve felt, over last two games especially, I’ve been better away from it as well. Maybe that’s led to a couple more bounces for me.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Sam Reinhart seeing net results

'For the 26th time in 45 games this season, the Sabres let an opponent score first.' … [Read more...] about Slow starts often dooming Sabres