Olean Times Herald

'Clearly, the 6-foot-4, 231-pound Samuelsson, 22, is very anxious to play. If he responds well when he joins regular practices in the coming days, he could return within two weeks, according to the team.' … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson skates with Sabres, nearing return from injury

'Among goalies who have played at least five times this season, his 2.40 goals-against average ranks 13th in the NHL and .922 save percentage 11th. Despite starting just five of the Sabres’ first 14 games, he has earned three of their seven wins.' … [Read more...] about Rest helping Sabres’ Craig Anderson thrive as backup to Eric Comrie

'Sabres winger Jack Quinn, who was struck in the head by the puck Saturday, is being evaluated for an undisclosed injury and likely won’t play this week, according to the team.' … [Read more...] about Jack Quinn out with injury; Sabres to recall one or two forwards

'“It’s one of those things where it’s a learning curve for us,” said Sabres goalie Craig Anderson, who made 27 saves. “We’re still learning. We’ve got a lot of young guys. We’re still trying to find our identity and find our way. But tonight was a step in the right direction even though the outcome’s not what we wanted."' … [Read more...] about Sabres play Bruins tough, lose again; Rasmus Dahlin escapes injury

'Mittelstadt, however, has done most of his damage on the power play. So far, he has mustered just one point, an assist, at even strength. He scored his first goal short-handed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Casey Mittelstadt producing despite struggles at even strength

'“It felt good,” the ultra-talented center said of scoring his first goal, which put Vegas up 5-2. “I had a couple of breakaways. You guys were here. They were obviously on me all night. Yeah, it felt good to get one. It was a big point in the game for our group. It never felt like we were fully in control.”' … [Read more...] about Golden Knights’ Jack Eichel hears boos, has hat trick against Sabres: ‘Felt good’

'“It was maybe a little bit surprising,” Eichel told a throng of reporters prior to his three-goal, four-point night in Thursday’s 7-4 win over the Sabres. “I don’t know why. I probably shouldn’t have been last year, but I was maybe a little bit surprised by the reception. I’m just like anyone else. I’m a human being. It was emotional for me like it probably was for them."' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel felt boos from Sabres fans last season: ‘A little bit hurt’

'In the teams’ last meeting March 10, the atmosphere in KeyBank Center quickly became raucous. The angry crowd booed Eichel mercilessly throughout his first visit following last year’s blockbuster trade that brought forwards Peyton Krebs and Alex Tuch to Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Visit from Jack Eichel, Golden Knights gives Sabres stiff test they embrace

'Jokiharju’s first practice since suffering an upper-body injury Oct. 20 is simply a first step, Sabres coach Don Granato said. Right now, there’s no timetable for his return.' … [Read more...] about Henri Jokiharju practices with Sabres; Vinnie Hinostroza expected to return

'The gaffe turned out to be a harbinger for the Sabres, who looked disjointed and sluggish throughout the night, often drawing the ire of the announced crowd of 10,296 fans at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres look sluggish in loss to Coyotes: ‘We wanted an easier game’

'“The system (here) allows me to be aggressive, whereas maybe some teams prior I’ve been a little bit more on my heels a little bit, based on that,” Clague said hours before Tuesday’s 4-1 loss to the Arizona Coyotes at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Kale Clague earning keep on blue line; Rasmus Dahlin returns

'The 6-foot-6, 218-pound Power performed superbly in Saturday’s game, registering a team-high 73 percent Corsi For and assisting on two goals. He created winger Zemgus Girgensons’ first-period score by carrying the puck into the Tampa Bay zone. In the second period, center Casey Mittelstadt tipped his point shot in.' … [Read more...] about With Rasmus Dahlin, other Sabres hurt, Owen Power displaying star qualities

'The Sabres have made small changes to their new black and red jersey. They’ve updated the crest, adding shadow details, horns and outlines to the bison, according to the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unveil revamped black and red ‘Goathead’ third jersey

'The 5-foot-11, 171-pound Rousek zoomed into the Utica zone down the left wing and left two to defenders flailing as he split them above the circle. When he reached the bottom of the circle, he cut and dragged the puck across the crease before beating goalie Nico Daws.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Lukas Rousek scores highlight-reel goal for Amerks

'Okposo enters Friday’s road contest against the Carolina Hurricanes enjoying his best stretch all season. During the Sabres’ three-game winning streak, he has consistently created offense, scoring his first goal this season and five points.' … [Read more...] about After injury, slow start, Sabres captain Kyle Okposo producing offense again