Olean Times Herald

'“We won’t win in the long run like that, and that takes a five-man commitment on the ice to do it right,” said Johnson, who scored the Sabres’ first goal. “Sometimes that comes with going through those lumps and sometimes in order to have success you’ve got to learn those mistakes."' … [Read more...] about Sabres keep rallying, fall short in sloppy loss to Flames: ‘Wanted an easier game’

'Anderson’s affable personality and professionalism made him a beloved teammate. He played a critical role in the Sabres’ maturation over his final two seasons, helping the league’s youngest team through a rebuilding phase.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring back former goalie Craig Anderson as ‘hockey liaison’

'“We’ve been maintaining the best we can,” Comrie said following Wednesday’s practice in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about As goalie Devon Levi thrives as Sabres’ starter, Eric Comrie, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen wait for chance

'In opening up a 2-0 lead by the 15:28 mark, the Sabres had the Lightning on the ropes. But they let their Atlantic Division rival hang around, and the struggling heavyweight tied it with seven seconds left in regulation.' … [Read more...] about Sabres start fast, beat Lightning in OT: ‘They earned it’

'Over the years, Olofsson, 28, has shown he’s cognizant of his deficiencies and willing to evolve. Last season, despite losing his spot in the lineup late, he scored 21 even-strength goals, two more than he had in the previous two years combined.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Tyson Jost replaces Victor Olofsson; Jonas Johansson earns No. 1 job for Lightning

'Over the past month, Okposo has watched Benson, 18, keep generating confidence and perform so well he earned an NHL roster spot just months after the Sabres drafted him 13th overall. In his first days here, the rookie winger has consistently showcased a tenacious style that complements his skill.' … [Read more...] about ‘Mature game’ helping Sabres rookie Zach Benson make fast impact

'By the end of game, he had skated 16 minutes, 56 seconds – two seconds more than star center Tage Thompson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jordan Greenway healthy, ready to be heavy power forward

'At times, Thursday’s highly anticipated season opener felt like a throwback to the Sabres’ dreary days of the not-so-distant past.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall in early hole, lose opener; Zach Benson sharp in NHL debut

'“It just helps you build everything around that,” Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said prior to Thursday’s 5-1 opening night loss to the New York Rangers at KeyBank Center. “And that’s why I felt it was so important to be proactive with them, make sure they understood how important they are to us and what we’re building here. Make sure that we’re aligned and that they truly … [Read more...] about In locking up Owen Power and Rasmus Dahlin, Sabres put two ‘pillars in place’

'The extension will kick in for the 2024-25 season. Power, 20, has one year remaining on his three-year, entry-level contract worth $5.5 million.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Owen Power to long-term contract extension

'“It’s so special, so exciting – home opener, season opener in front of a packed arena in Buffalo,” a smiling Levi said following practice in KeyBank Center. “So can’t really write a better story than that. Can’t ask for much more.”' … [Read more...] about In rookie Devon Levi, Sabres hope they have coveted franchise goalie

'In addition, the Sabres and Buffalo Common Council will be dedicating a trailblazing sign to Jeanneret at 4 p.m. outside Alumni Plaza prior to Thursday’s season opener against the New York Rangers at KeyBank Center. The “RJ Way” sign will be located at the corner of Perry Street and Illinois Street.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to honor Rick Jeanneret with special uniform patch

'“What you rarely see out of 18-year-olds is the ability to play both sides of the puck and the ability to be defensively responsible,” Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said Monday.' … [Read more...] about Defense helped Sabres’ Zach Benson grab roster spot: ‘He earned it’

'The extension will kick in for the 2024-25 season. Dahlin, 23, has one year remaining on his three-year, $18 million deal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Rasmus Dahlin to huge contract extension

'“One of the things that’s incredibly rewarding about this job is when you hear it in the player’s voice,” Adams said. “The feeling you get when that happens is hard to kind of sum up but I think it’s pretty special. I think part of the reason it’s so special to me is I believe in these guys so much. It’s hard to get there sometimes, but then when you do and you agree and that … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin always wanted long-term contract to stay in Buffalo: ‘This is the city I love’